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Care homes in Amesbury

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There are 3 care homes in and around Amesbury on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,045 a week, while Wiltshire usually pays £1,051. The largest is Camelot Care Homes Ltd, with 57 beds.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
67%
typical residential fee
£1,045/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Amesbury

Care homes in Amesbury (3)

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1 in Amesbury, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Amesbury Abbey Care HomeGood · Sept 2020On request409.0 mi—0.7 mi
Buckland Court Care HomeRequires improvement£1,045508.6 mi—0.2 mi
Camelot Care Homes LtdGood · Jul 2024On request579.0 mi—0.6 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Amesbury in numbers

What Wiltshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 3 (67%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,045
Wiltshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,051
LargestCamelot Care Homes Ltd (57 beds)
Most recently inspectedCamelot Care Homes Ltd (February 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1
Average house price, Wiltshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£328,908
Good2
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Amesbury£1,045/wk
  • Dementia, Amesbury£1,045/wk
  • Wiltshire average£1,287/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Wiltshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Wiltshire

The average house price in Wiltshire is £328,908, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.

Average price by property type

All property types
£328,908
Detached
£519,308
Semi-detached
£328,456
Terraced
£264,866
Flats & maisonettes
£158,975

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.

Living in Amesbury

Amesbury is a well-established retirement area in South West England with a notably older population (22.9% over 65), solid everyday amenities, and one care home option available locally. It suits families seeking a quieter, settled community with reasonable access to shops and green space, though choice of local care provision is limited.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 42% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

73 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime28
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Criminal damage & arson10
  • Public order6
How we grade areas

Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Amesbury

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

The Durrington and District Day Centre for the Elderly

Outings, theatre trips, shopping, holidays, friendship and company.Playing dominos, cards and knitting and reading. We also do jigsaws and quizzes and have entertainment.

2.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1033847)
Charity

Bourne Valley Good Neighbour Link Scheme

This charity consists of a team of local volunteers who offer help with transport and care for people in need. This may be transport for an appointment or shopping, help at home or just a friendly…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1108029)
Charity

Bourne Valley Day Centre for the Elderly

Offers companionship, help & support to elderly residents of the Bourne Valley and other local areas as the trustees see fit who live alone or with relatives/carers in line with Social Services…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1034491)
Charity

Netheravon Day Centre

The provision of Day Centre facilities for the benefit of the elderly and vulnerable adults of Netheravon and the surrounding villages.

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1019494)
Charity

Harnham Day Centre

We run a local day centre for older pensioners, some have disabilities. We open 2 days per week, 10.00am-3.00pm and aim to provide a cheerful and constructive day for members to meet, take part in…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1036401)
Charity

Community Transport South Wiltshire

Provides and operates community transport for people with limited mobility (mainly the elderly and disabled), for the socially isolated, and local public bus services for environmental reasons…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1056226)

Amesbury: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+61.5%
Projected change in Wiltshire, 2025 to 2035 (17,313 to 27,959). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+25.2%
Projected change in Wiltshire, 2025 to 2035 (123,195 to 154,277). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Boots (0.5 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
7
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
5.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–7 out of 10
Where the 8 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospitals near Amesbury

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025.

Is Amesbury a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Amesbury

Amesbury draws an above-average share of older residents, signalling a mature retirement community. The town offers steady everyday services, good green space, and a modest eating-out and social scene. However, local care-home choice is narrow — there is one listed care home in the area, rated as requiring improvement by the CQC — so families should plan to visit early and may need to look further afield for alternatives. The town suits those who value a quieter, established setting and have realistic expectations about on-the-ground options.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are present in the town; you should confirm specific travel times to the nearest hospital when planning a move.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 73 offences in 2026-04, with the most common types being violent crime, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage. This sits within a range you'll find in many UK towns; weigh it against your own comfort threshold.
  • Family & connection: Consider honestly whether close family or established support networks live nearby — distance and visit frequency matter greatly in later life.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees vary by home and level of need. Check the specific home's fees and compare them to your budget and the national picture before committing.
  • Transport: Amesbury is served by buses and has rail links to nearby cities, though you should verify routes and frequency to places you'll want to reach regularly. Walking depends on which part of town you settle in.
  • Housing options: There is one care home listed locally, with bed sizes around 50 beds. This limited choice means early viewing and backup planning are important.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 9 parks and 2 allotments, offering steady opportunity for outdoor activity and gardening. You'll find 11 restaurants and cafes and 6 pubs and bars for social outings.
  • Community: Check locally for memory cafés, activity groups, or social clubs; these vary and are worth exploring in person during a visit.
  • Climate: South West England typically sees mild winters and moderate rainfall; prepare for damp winters and plan indoor activities accordingly.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one home is listed locally and it requires improvement; you may need to visit neighbouring areas or plan carefully around waiting times and standards.
  • Crime patterns: The most common offences are violent crime and anti-social behaviour; this is worth factoring into your sense of safety, particularly if you have concerns about either.

Questions about care homes in Amesbury

How many care homes are there in Amesbury?

There are 3 care homes listed in and around Amesbury on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Amesbury cost?

Care homes in Amesbury range from around £1,045 per week, with averages of £1,045 for residential, £1,045 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Amesbury compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Amesbury is about £1,045 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Amesbury are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

2 of the 3 care homes in and around Amesbury are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Amesbury?

Homes in and around Amesbury offer residential (2), dementia (1), nursing (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Near Amesbury

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

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Header photo: Trish Steel, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons