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Care homes in Knaresborough

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There are 13 care homes in and around Knaresborough on AskBart. 77% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,357 a week, while North Yorkshire usually pays £1,086. The largest is Belmont House Care Home, with 106 beds.

care homes
13
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
77%
typical residential fee
£1,357/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what North Yorkshire council pays
£1,086/wk

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Care homes in Knaresborough

Care homes in Knaresborough (13)

★ With family reviews

1 in Knaresborough, 12 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Apley GrangeGood · Feb 2020On request420.6 mi—2.8 mi
Belmont House Care HomeRequires improvement£1,1521061.0 mi—1.4 mi
Berwick GrangeRequires improvement · Feb 2023On request520.2 mi—2.4 mi
Bilton Hall Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2024On request601.4 mi—1.2 mi
Fairfax Manor Care HomeGood · Oct 2025On request900.2 mi—2.4 mi
Granby Rose Care HomeGood£1,647250.2 mi—2.5 mi
Granby Rose SDUGood · Aug 2017On request250.3 mi—2.5 mi
Harcourt Gardens Care HomeGood£1,5301050.6 mi—2.8 mi
Station ViewGood · May 2023On request320.7 mi—1.6 mi
The Granby Care HomeGood£1,390820.2 mi—2.5 mi
The Manor House KnaresboroughGood · Oct 2022On request752.5 mi—0.2 mi
Thistle Hill Care HomeGood£1,557852.1 mi—1.0 mi
Vida HallOutstanding · Feb 2020On request700.7 mi—1.7 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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Knaresborough in numbers

77% of Knaresborough’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 13 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Knaresborough costs about £1,357/week, while North Yorkshire’s published usual rate is around £1,086/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £271/week (about £14,092/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 North Yorkshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed13
Rated Good or Outstanding10 of 13 (77%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,357
North Yorkshire usual weekly rate (2025)£1,086
LargestBelmont House Care Home (106 beds)
Most recently inspectedStation View (March 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 5 · Nursing 9 · Dementia 9 · Respite 6
Average house price, North Yorkshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£270,569
Outstanding1
Good9
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Knaresborough£1,357/wk
  • Nursing, Knaresborough£1,455/wk
  • Dementia, Knaresborough£1,472/wk
  • Harrogate average£1,407/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • North Yorkshire usual rate£1,086/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Harrogate. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: North Yorkshire's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in North Yorkshire

The average house price in North Yorkshire is £270,569, 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
£270,569
Detached
£433,551
Semi-detached
£270,358
Terraced
£218,729
Flats & maisonettes
£143,005

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 Knaresborough

Knaresborough is a historic Yorkshire market town with strong family roots and plenty of social activity, sitting in a region where over a quarter of residents are retired. Care-home provision is established here, and the town has good green space and community groups — though you'll want to weigh the crime figures and check what homes fit your budget before deciding.

  • High Retirement Community
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 53% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

85 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime38
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Criminal damage & arson11
  • Public order6
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 Knaresborough

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

Charity

Knaresborough and Harrogate Community Support Services Limited

Knaresborough and Harrogate Community Support Services exists to provide direct services and support for older people and their carers in order that they may remain living as independently as…

0.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1063803)
Charity

The Carers' Resource

The Carers' Resource gives tailored support and information to unpaid carers and vulnerable people. It is an independent, award-winning Yorkshire charity which is open to everyone and offers…

2.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1049278)
Charity

Dancing for Well-being

Dancing for Well-Being runs accessible weekly dance groups for older people with health and mobility challenges, including dementia, Parkinson's, COPD, as well as mental and emotional health…

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1216301)
Charity

Dementia Forward

Dementia Forward exists to provide specialist support, advice and information to anyone affected by dementia. Support is given from pre diagnosis to end of life through a range of services…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1148225)
Charity

Wetherby & District U3a

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…

5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1143289)
Charity

Wetherby in Support of the Elderly

WiSE's core services include befriending, information, and advice, grass cutting, a transport scheme, a memory cafe to support those living with dementia and their carers and regular social…

6.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1163698)

Knaresborough: health, services and environment

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

Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Knaresborough Pharmacy Plus Health (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
9
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Deprivation ranking
4–10 out of 10
Where the 11 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 5 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Knaresborough

  • North Yorkshire Hospice Care · 3.1 milesCQC Good (report published March 2024). CQC page
  • Martin House · 8.9 milesCQC Good (report published September 2016). CQC page
  • St Gemma's Hospice - Leeds · 11.8 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2022). CQC page

Hospitals near Knaresborough

Sources: NHS organisation data (ODS); English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Knaresborough a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Knaresborough

Knaresborough suits people who value a settled, sociable retirement in a traditional Yorkshire setting with established care provision and access to countryside. The over-65 population is notably higher than the national average, which signals a well-established retirement community. It's a good fit if you have family nearby in Yorkshire or the North, and you're comfortable with a market-town pace; less ideal if you need frequent city amenities or prefer a quieter village.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Local GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; the nearest major hospital is within reach of the surrounding district
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area included 85 offences in the most recent reporting period, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — higher than some quieter areas, so worth discussing with care homes and the local police
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your own support network is; Knaresborough's strong over-65 population suggests many residents have family roots in Yorkshire

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Check current care-home fees directly with local providers; the Yorkshire and Humber region broadly offers mid-range affordability compared with the South East, though individual homes vary significantly
  • Transport: The town has bus links to nearby York and Harrogate; road access is good for car-dependent travel, though you may want to verify walkability of your chosen home to town services
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operate in and around Knaresborough; visit a selection to compare size, facilities and what's included in fees

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 12 parks and 3 allotments, plus the River Nidd and nearby countryside walks; 21 restaurants and cafes and 19 pubs offer regular social meeting spots
  • Community: Strong social and eating-out provision suggests active groups and memory cafés are likely available; ask prospective homes about their community links and activities
  • Climate: Yorkshire winters are cold and can be wet; expect typical Northern English weather with good stretches of spring and autumn

Things to weigh up

  • Crime figures: The recorded offences, particularly violent crime and anti-social behaviour, are on the higher side for a retirement town — speak to care homes and residents about safety measures and their lived experience
  • Care-home choice: Knaresborough has provision, but availability and fees vary; early visits and careful comparison will help you find a good match for your needs and budget

Questions about care homes in Knaresborough

How many care homes are there in Knaresborough?

There are 13 care homes listed in and around Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough cost?

Care homes in Knaresborough range from around £1,152 to around £1,647 per week, with averages of £1,357 for residential, £1,472 for dementia, £1,455 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Knaresborough is about £1,357 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

10 of the 13 care homes in and around Knaresborough are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Knaresborough?

Homes in and around Knaresborough offer dementia (9), nursing (9), respite (6), residential (5). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Knaresborough?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Knaresborough

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.