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Nursing homes in Trowbridge

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There are 3 nursing homes in and around Trowbridge on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. Published fees average about £1,415 a week, while Wiltshire usually pays £1,051. The largest is The Wingfield Care Home, with 89 beds.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,415/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Wiltshire council pays
£1,051/wk

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Trowbridge

Care homes in Trowbridge (3)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
The Wingfield Care HomeGood£1,500898.9 mi—0.7 mi
Trowbridge Oaks Care HomeGood£1,1555210.0 mi—0.7 mi
Wiltshire Heights Care HomeGood£1,590636.6 mi—2.9 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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Trowbridge in numbers

The average residential care home in Trowbridge costs about £1,415/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 £364/week (about £18,928/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

Nursing homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding3 of 3 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,415
Wiltshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,051
LargestThe Wingfield Care Home (89 beds)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 3 · Respite 3
Average house price, Wiltshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£328,908
Good3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Trowbridge£1,415/wk
  • Nursing, Trowbridge£1,415/wk
  • Dementia, Trowbridge£1,415/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. 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 Trowbridge

  • Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 8% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

314 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime99
  • Anti-social behaviour80
  • Shoplifting36
  • Criminal damage & arson33
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 Trowbridge

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

Charity

Maple Grove Community Day Centre

Community Day Centre for the Elderly

0.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037036)
Charity

St Johns Honeypot Day Centre

To provide an enjoyable social environment with ample support and transport from home to centre and return arranged. To provide a hot meal - main course and pudding and a variety of afternoon…

0.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1033732)
Charity

Carer Support Wiltshire

Carer Support Wiltshire provides free and confidential support, advice, information, training and opportunities to take a break from their caring role for all age unpaid carers in Wiltshire and…

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1092762)
Charity

White Horse Day Centre

we help the elderly of Westbury and surrounding villages, giving them somewhere to meet friends catch up on local gossip,they also have a cooked meal,play bingo, excercises and we are hoping next…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1069590)
Charity

Rainbow Day Centre, Melksham

Day care facility for elderly.

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1034487)
Charity

Spa (Peggy Dodd) Bath

The provision of Day respite care for carers of those suffering from Alzheimers, dementia, memory loss and for the sufferers themselves.

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1058294)

Trowbridge: 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
6
Nearest: Superdrug Pharmacy (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
8
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.6%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 89.8% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
7 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 24 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Trowbridge

  • Dorothy House Hospice Care · 4 milesCQC Outstanding (report published June 2026). CQC page

Hospitals near Trowbridge

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

Is Trowbridge a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Trowbridge

Trowbridge suits families seeking a smaller-town setting with established care provision and a strong retirement-age community. The three available care homes are all rated Good, and the town has everyday services within reach. However, crime is notably high, and care costs and transport options deserve close scrutiny. It's a reasonable choice if you or your relative value a tight-knit local feel and don't depend on frequent links to larger cities.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; you'll need to check distance to the nearest hospital and emergency services with your GP or local services.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 314 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting among the most common. This is a consideration worth discussing with any care home.
  • Family & connection: Think about how far you or visiting relatives live from Trowbridge, and whether the town's size feels manageable for regular visits.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in the area vary, and you should request costs directly from each home; compare them against the national average to judge affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: The town has bus services; rail links and proximity to larger centres depend on Trowbridge's specific location in the region. Check journey times to nearby cities before committing.
  • Housing options: Three care homes are listed locally, ranging from roughly 52 to 89 beds each, all rated Good. Choice is limited, so early enquiries are wise.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Fifteen parks and three allotments offer outdoor space. Six supermarkets, 21 restaurants and cafes, and 18 pubs and bars provide everyday amenities and social venues.
  • Community: Ask each care home about on-site or local social groups, memory cafés and support networks; this will shape how connected your relative feels day-to-day.
  • Climate: South West England's climate is mild and damp on average, with softer winters than the Midlands or North.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime rates: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are notable in the recorded figures; ask care homes how they manage safety and what support they offer residents.
  • Limited care-home choice: Only three homes are available locally; if none feels right, your options are narrow unless you're willing to look further afield.

Questions about care homes in Trowbridge

How many nursing homes are there in Trowbridge?

AskBart lists 3 nursing homes in and around Trowbridge, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are nursing homes in Trowbridge rated?

Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do nursing homes in Trowbridge cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,415 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between nursing homes in Trowbridge?

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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.

Weighing up your options in Trowbridge?

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

Thinking about downsizing to an independent community?Explore retirement living in TrowbridgePrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Trowbridge

Near Trowbridge

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

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.

Header photo: Dave Evans/Djce (original uploader), CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons