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Distance from the town centre: 1.2 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Nursing homes in Malvern
4 homes
There are 4 nursing homes in and around Malvern on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,444 a week, while Worcestershire usually pays £911. The largest is Elgar Court Care Home, with 66 beds.
- care homes
- 4
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 100%
- typical residential fee
- £1,444/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Worcestershire council pays
- £911/wk
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Care homes in Malvern (4)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
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Distance from the town centre: 1.2 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.2 miNot yet rated by CQC
from £1444/wk
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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Good
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court House Care Home | Good · Oct 2025 | On request | 60 | 8.0 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
| Elgar Court Care Home | Not yet inspected | £1,444 | 66 | 8.6 mi | — | 2.2 mi |
| Welland House | Good · Feb 2018 | On request | 51 | 10.4 mi | — | 1.2 mi |
| Welland House Care Centre | Good · Feb 2018 | On request | 51 | 10.4 mi | — | 1.2 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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Malvern in numbers
The average residential care home in Malvern costs about £1,444/week, while Worcestershire’s published usual rate is around £911/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £533/week (about £27,716/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 Worcestershire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Nursing homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,444 |
| Worcestershire usual weekly rate (2025) | £911 |
| Largest | Elgar Court Care Home (66 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Court House Care Home (February 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 4 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 3 · Respite 4 |
| Average house price, Malvern Hills (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £350,906 |
Good3
Not yet rated1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Worcestershire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Worcestershire'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 November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Malvern Hills
The average house price in Malvern Hills is £350,906, 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
- £350,906
- Detached
- £504,640
- Semi-detached
- £317,690
- Terraced
- £250,878
- Flats & maisonettes
- £182,247
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 Malvern
- 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 87% 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
11 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Criminal damage & arson4
- Violent crime3
- Burglary2
- Vehicle crime1
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.
Community & connection in Malvern
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Age UK Malvern and District
The Charity operates within the boundaries of Malvern Hills District Council providing the following services to people over the age of fifty: Information & Advice, Help at Home, Befriending, Foot…
2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1143090)
Malvern: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+56.9%
Projected change in Malvern Hills, 2025 to 2035 (3,554 to 5,575). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+25.1%
Projected change in Malvern Hills, 2025 to 2035 (24,395 to 30,527). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Healthpoint Pharmacy (1.6 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
96.7%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 83.2% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
4 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
6–8 out of 10
Where the 2 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospices near Malvern
- St Richard's Hospice · 10.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published August 2025). CQC page
- St Michael's Hospice · 13 milesCQC Good (report published June 2016). CQC page
Hospitals near Malvern
- Care homes near Malvern Community Hospital · urgent care · 3.8 miles
- Care homes near Tewkesbury Community Hospital · urgent care · 9 miles
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 Malvern a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Malvern
Malvern suits people drawn to a gentler pace and established older community, provided they're flexible on care-home availability and can manage the regional cost of living. With a significantly higher proportion of over-65s than the national average, the town has the social infrastructure older residents often need, but families should research individual homes carefully — supply and fees vary.
Health & support
- Medical access: Several GP surgeries serve the area, and pharmacies are available locally; Worcestershire Royal Hospital is the main emergency centre nearby.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low — just 4 offences recorded in the most recent reporting period.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support network is; Malvern is semi-rural, so regular visits may require a car or journey planning.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees in the West Midlands region tend to be broadly in line with or slightly below the national average; compare individual homes carefully to your budget.
- Transport: The town has local bus services and is linked to nearby Worcestershire towns and Birmingham; however, you'll likely need a car or reliance on public transport for regular outings.
- Housing options: Malvern has a number of care homes available, though choice and occupancy vary; visit providers directly to assess fit and current availability.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Two local parks provide green space for walks and outdoor activity; the Malvern Hills nearby offer further walking opportunities.
- Community: A selection of restaurants, cafes and pubs supports social life; seek out local memory cafés, day centres or community groups through care-home staff or the local council.
- Climate: The West Midlands has a typical UK temperate climate with mild winters and cool summers; the hilly terrain can mean slightly cooler, wetter weather than lower-lying areas.
Things to weigh up
- Older population size: With 23.4% of residents aged 65+, Malvern is well-established as a retirement area, which can mean both community understanding of older people's needs and potential pressure on local health and care services.
- Semi-rural location: While quieter and picturesque, Malvern requires planning for transport and access to specialist services — not ideal if you value being in a town centre with shops and amenities on foot.
Questions about care homes in Malvern
How many nursing homes are there in Malvern?
AskBart lists 4 nursing homes in and around Malvern, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Malvern 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 Malvern cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,444 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Malvern?
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 Malvern?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Malvern:
Near Malvern
- Nursing homes in Great Malvern 4
- Nursing homes in Ledbury 3
- Nursing homes in Upton-upon-Severn 1
- Nursing homes in Tewkesbury 3
- Nursing homes in Worcester 6
- Nursing homes in Longhope 1
- Care homes in Broadway 1
- Care homes in Bromsgrove 12
- Care homes in Droitwich 7
- Care homes in Malvern Hills 7
- Care homes in Redditch 8
- Care homes in Tenbury Wells 1
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- What Is A Nursing Home? The Ultimate Guide For 2025
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC): Eligibility and Rates In 2025!
More in our nursing care guides.
Header photo: Bob Embleton, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons