Care homes in Leominster

6 homes

There are 6 care homes in and around Leominster on AskBart. 83% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,100 a week, while Herefordshire, County of usually pays £1,123. The largest is Leominster Care Home, with 48 beds.

care homes
6
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
83%
typical residential fee
£1,100/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Leominster

Care homes in Leominster (6)

All within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Ashfield House Residential HomeGood · Jun 2022On request2511.7 mi—0.7 mi
Leominster Care HomeGood£1,1004811.8 mi—1.1 mi
The ForburyGood · Nov 2020On request4011.8 mi—1.3 mi
The Old VicarageRequires improvement · Feb 2024On request1618.9 mi—7.0 mi
Waverley HouseGood · Apr 2019On request4711.6 mi—1.5 mi
West Eaton Nursing HomeGood · May 2019On request3311.3 mi—2.0 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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Leominster in numbers

83% of Leominster’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 6 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

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

Care homes listed6
Rated Good or Outstanding5 of 6 (83%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,100
Herefordshire, County of usual weekly rate (2025)£1,123
LargestLeominster Care Home (48 beds)
Most recently inspectedThe Old Vicarage (January 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1
Average house price, Herefordshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£289,715
Good5
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Leominster£1,100/wk
  • Nursing, Leominster£1,100/wk
  • Herefordshire average£1,125/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

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

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

House prices in Herefordshire

The average house price in Herefordshire is £289,715, 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
£289,715
Detached
£446,120
Semi-detached
£279,614
Terraced
£209,228
Flats & maisonettes
£126,650

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 Leominster

Leominster is a small market town in the West Midlands with a handful of care homes and a quieter pace of life. It suits people looking for a rural setting with access to local services, though choice of provision is limited and you'll need to think carefully about proximity to family support.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 79% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

18 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Shoplifting6
  • Violent crime6
  • Public order3
  • Criminal damage & arson2
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 Leominster

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

Charity

Dementia Matters - Here (Fordshire)

Supporting and facilitating the increase of opportunities for people affected by dementia to live well with their diagnosis and remain a part of their community for as long as possible. Supporting…

1.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1187352)

Leominster: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+54.1%
Projected change in Herefordshire, County of, 2025 to 2035 (7,288 to 11,229). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23.5%
Projected change in Herefordshire, County of, 2025 to 2035 (52,826 to 65,218). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Westfield Walk Pharmacy (1.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
2.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–8 out of 10
Where the 7 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Leominster

  • St Michael's Hospice · 13 milesCQC Good (report published June 2016). CQC page

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

Is Leominster a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Leominster

Leominster offers a modest, smaller-town retirement option. The town has one care home listed here, rated good by the CQC, which limits choice but may appeal if you value a close-knit community feel over a wide range of options. It suits older people with family or carers nearby, and those comfortable in a quieter setting away from larger urban centres.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm the location of local GP surgeries and the nearest pharmacy; ask any care home you're considering about their routine health-service links and how far the nearest hospital is.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 18 offences in 2026-04, with shoplifting, violent crime and public order as the most common types — lower than many urban areas, though still worth factoring into your sense of local safety.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about how far your family or main support network live. A single care home means fewer options if location or relationship with staff becomes an issue.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Ask the care home directly for weekly fees and how they compare to the national average; we recommend you also check what's available in nearby larger towns to weigh choice and cost together.
  • Transport: The town has bus services; you'll want to check links to nearby cities like Worcester or Hereford for visiting family or specialist appointments. The area is fairly car-dependent, so think about how you or visitors will get around.
  • Housing options: Only one care home is listed here, offering around 48 beds — a small, single choice, so availability and fit with your needs are worth confirming early.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Leominster has 3 parks and 1 allotment space, plus 6 restaurants and cafes and 4 pubs, giving scope for quiet outings and social meals; you may find local clubs or hobby groups through the care home or town information.
  • Community: Ask the care home about memory cafés, day visits, or links to local church and community groups — these often form the backbone of social life in smaller towns.
  • Climate: The West Midlands region has a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and moderate rainfall; typical for central England.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice: Only one care home is listed here, so you have no alternative locally if you wish to move or if the home's approach doesn't suit you — explore nearby towns for backup options.
  • Rural location: Leominster is quieter than a city, which many people value, but it means fewer specialist services, shops and leisure activities on the doorstep, and travel for some outings or medical appointments may take longer.
  • Distance from family: If your main support network is far away, a small town with one care home makes regular visits and responsiveness to your needs harder to arrange — consider whether this setting works for your circumstances.

Questions about care homes in Leominster

How many care homes are there in Leominster?

There are 6 care homes listed in and around Leominster 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 Leominster cost?

Care homes in Leominster range from around £1,100 per week, with averages of £1,100 for residential, £1,100 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Leominster is about £1,100 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

5 of the 6 care homes in and around Leominster 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 Leominster?

Homes in and around Leominster 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.

Weighing up your options in Leominster?

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

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Guides for families

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