Dementia care homes in Swindon
There are 6 dementia care homes in and around Swindon on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,225 a week, while Swindon usually pays £832. The largest is Edgehill Care Home, with 60 beds.
Average residential fee in Swindon: £1,225/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Swindon
| Dementia care homes listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 6 of 6 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,225 |
| Swindon usual weekly rate (2025) | £832 |
| Largest | Edgehill Care Home (60 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Edgehill Care Home (March 2021) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Limited — safer than 9% of similar areas
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Excellent — 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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Swindon is about £1,225/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.
100% of Swindon’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around Swindon, 2 offer nursing care, 6 offer dementia care and 4 offer residential care.
Based on 6 CQC-rated homes in and around Swindon. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Swindon costs about £1,225/week, while Swindon’s published usual rate is around £832/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £393/week (≈ £20,436/year) to bridge the gap.
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 Swindon’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
updated September 2026
No care homes found in Swindon.
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The average house price in Swindon is £265,666, 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
- £265,666
- Detached
- £471,038
- Semi-detached
- £294,970
- Terraced
- £236,276
- Flats & maisonettes
- £154,956
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.
Residential care homes
4 in SwindonNursing homes
2 in SwindonDementia care homes
6 in SwindonRespite care
3 in Swindon724 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime236
- Anti-social behaviour139
- Shoplifting77
- Public order64
Is Swindon a good retirement location?
Swindon offers practical retirement living in a working town rather than a traditional retirement destination. The presence of three care homes, all rated good, means choice is limited but quality is consistent. It works well for those wanting easy access to shops, restaurants and community activity, close ties to family in the region, or a preference for town life over rural or coastal retirement areas. The higher share of older residents (22.9% vs a national average of 18.6%) suggests an established older-adult community.
Health & support
- Medical access: Swindon has several GP surgeries and pharmacies across the town; the Great Western Hospital provides emergency and acute care locally.
- Safety: The recorded crime rate in 2026–04 was 724 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting most common; this sits above many quieter retirement areas and is worth weighing against the town's busy character.
- Family & connection: Consider whether your family and support network are local or would find visiting Swindon convenient; being a town hub can help if relatives are scattered across the region.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in Swindon are broadly in line with or slightly below the national average for England, making it a reasonable choice if affordability matters.
- Transport: Swindon has frequent bus services across the town and rail connections to nearby cities including London, Bath and Bristol; it is reasonably walkable in the town centre but some areas are car-dependent.
- Housing options: Three care homes are currently listed, ranging from 43 to 51 beds each; choice is modest, so it is worth viewing all options and registering your interest early.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Swindon has 16 parks and 16 allotments, plus 138 restaurants and cafes and 50 pubs and bars, offering scope for dining out, walking and community groups.
- Community: A town of this size usually hosts memory cafés, lunch clubs and social groups; ask potential care homes what activities and links they run locally.
- Climate: Being in South West England, Swindon experiences a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and modest rainfall typical of the region.
Things to weigh up
- Crime above quieter areas: Recorded offences are higher than in many smaller or more rural retirement towns; if you value a very quiet setting, coastal or village alternatives may suit you better.
- Limited care home choice: Only three homes are listed, all good-rated but small; availability may be tight, so early contact with providers is wise.
How many dementia care homes are there in Swindon?
AskBart lists 6 dementia care homes in and around Swindon, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Swindon rated?
Of the 6 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 6 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Swindon cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,300 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Swindon?
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 "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Swindon?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Swindon:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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