Marden Court Care Home
CQC Good
Marden Court is an OSJCT care home in Calne, Wiltshire, offering dementia, residential and respite care for 28 residents in household units with gardens.
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Care homes offering respite care in Calne
There are 2 care homes offering respite care in and around Calne on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,211 a week, while Wiltshire usually pays £1,051. The largest is Kingston House Care Home, with 46 beds.
Average residential fee in Calne: £1,211/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Calne
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,211 |
| Wiltshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,051 |
| Largest | Kingston House Care Home (46 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Calne
Low Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 65% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Calne is about £1,211/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Calne
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 you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £160/week (≈ £8,320/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Calne
£1,211/wk
Wiltshire usual rate
£1,051/wk
Likely top-up gap
£160/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Wiltshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Calne on the map
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Care homes (2)
updated September 2026
Kingston House Care Home
CQC Good
Kingston House is a not-for-profit Greensleeves Care home in Calne, Wiltshire, offering residential and specialist dementia care across 46 bedrooms.
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What care costs in Calne
Residential (avg)
£1,211/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,211/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,287/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Calne
Residential care homes
2 in CalneNursing homes
1 in CalneDementia care homes
2 in CalneRespite care
2 in CalneSafety
76 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime42
- Anti-social behaviour9
- Criminal damage & arson7
- Public order6
Is Calne a good retirement location?
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.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Calne?
AskBart lists 2 care homes offering respite care in and around Calne, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Calne rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Calne cost?
Published fees range from £1,135 to £1,287 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Calne?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Calne?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Calne:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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