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Care homes in Calne

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There are 5 care homes in and around Calne on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,211 a week, while Wiltshire usually pays £1,051. The largest is Goatacre Manor Care Centre, with 48 beds.

care homes
5
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,211/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Wiltshire council pays
£1,051/wk

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Calne

Care homes in Calne (5)

★ With family reviews

4 in Calne, 1 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Goatacre Manor Care CentreGood · May 2026On request4811.0 mi—3.8 mi
Kingston HouseGood · Nov 2019On request4614.5 mi—2.5 mi
Kingston House Care HomeGood£1,2874614.7 mi—2.4 mi
OSJCT Marden CourtGood · Feb 2024£1,1352813.9 mi—0.2 mi
The Firs Care HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2025On request3213.7 mi—0.3 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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Calne in numbers

80% of Calne’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Calne costs about £1,211/week, while Wiltshire’s published usual rate is around £1,051/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £160/week (about £8,320/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

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

Care homes listed5
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 5 (80%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,211
Wiltshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,051
LargestGoatacre Manor Care Centre (48 beds)
Most recently inspectedGoatacre Manor Care Centre (February 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 4 · Respite 2
Average house price, Wiltshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£328,908
Good4
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Calne£1,211/wk
  • Nursing, Calne£1,211/wk
  • Dementia, Calne£1,211/wk
  • Wiltshire average£1,287/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Wiltshire usual rate£1,051/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. Council rate: Wiltshire's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.

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

Data: CQC register, updated October 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 Calne

Calne is a market town in South West England with a higher-than-average older population, suggesting an established retirement community. A single care home option means choice is limited, but the town offers good everyday services and green space for those seeking a quieter, rural setting.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 49% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

76 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime42
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Criminal damage & arson7
  • 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 Calne

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

Charity

Marden Community Hub

Marden Community Hub offers a safe space to the community locally but also to wider areas!We provide a hot meal and hot and cold drinks 5 days a week for a voluntary small contribution.we often…

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1190226)
Charity

Calne Community Transport

Transport for the disabled, frail, elderly, other groups for Social Welfare and recreational purposes including social inclusion to combat loneliness, charitable groups, groups with a common…

0.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1010088)
Charity

Age UK Wiltshire

Age UK Wiltshire promotes the well-being of all older people in Wiltshire, Swindon & Southampton through offering information and advice, befriending, Carers support, Welfare Checks with Meals…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (800912)
Charity

Beyond Dementia

Beyond Dementia improves the quality of life of people affected by dementia, those diagnosed, families and carers, by the provision of information, advice, practical assistance, education,…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048314)
Charity

Devizes and District Phab Club

To promote and encourage people with and without physical disabilities to come together on equal terms. To achieve complete integration within the wider community providing social activities inc…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (282543)
Charity

Rainbow Day Centre, Melksham

Day care facility for elderly.

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1034487)

Calne: 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
3
Nearest: Boots (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 11 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Calne

  • Prospect Hospice · 11.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published October 2021). CQC page
  • Dorothy House Hospice Care · 14 milesCQC Outstanding (report published June 2026). CQC page

Hospitals near Calne

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

Is Calne a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Calne

Calne suits people who value a small-town pace, good access to parks and countryside, and don't need a wide choice of care homes. The area has a notably higher share of residents aged 65 and over than the national average, reflecting its appeal as a retirement location. However, care-home options are limited to one listed provider, so availability and fit will depend heavily on that single choice.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You will need to confirm GP surgery and pharmacy locations, and distance to the nearest hospital emergency care, during your visit.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the most recent period was 76 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage among the most common reports. This is a consideration worth discussing with staff and local residents.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about how close your family and support network are — rural locations can mean longer journeys for regular visits.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Check current weekly fees for the care home listed here against the national average. Make sure you understand what is and is not included, as this is your only local option.
  • Transport: Confirm bus and rail links to nearby towns and cities. Ask locally about walkability and whether a car is essential for day-to-day life.
  • Housing options: Only one care home is listed in this area, with around 28 beds. This means very limited choice; availability and suitability will be critical to your decision.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Calne has 29 parks and 4 allotments, plus 10 restaurants and cafes and 8 pubs and bars. Explore what social groups, clubs and memory cafés are active in the community.
  • Community: Ask the care home about links to local community groups, volunteer networks and befriending services. Rural towns often have strong local links.
  • Climate: South West England typically experiences milder winters and moderate rainfall compared to other UK regions.

Things to weigh up

  • Single care home option: You have only one listed provider, which limits choice and may mean a long wait list or no availability.
  • Crime pattern: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour feature in the recorded offences; ask staff directly about their experience and how safe residents feel.
  • Rural location: Limited care-home choice and smaller town services may mean longer journeys for some specialist health or leisure needs.

Questions about care homes in Calne

How many care homes are there in Calne?

There are 5 care homes listed in and around Calne 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 Calne cost?

Care homes in Calne range from around £1,135 to around £1,287 per week, with averages of £1,211 for residential, £1,211 for dementia, £1,211 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Calne is about £1,211 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

4 of the 5 care homes in and around Calne 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 Calne?

Homes in and around Calne offer dementia (4), residential (4), nursing (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Calne?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Calne:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Calne

Near Calne

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

Header photo: Derek Voller, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons