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Nursing homes in Irvine

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There is 1 nursing home in and around Irvine on AskBart. The largest is Shalom Nursing Home, with 46 beds.

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Irvine

Care homes in Irvine (1)

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Irvine in numbers

Nursing homes listed1
LargestShalom Nursing Home (46 beds)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1
Average house price, North Ayrshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£141,756
Average weekly fees
  • North Ayrshire average£1,096/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across North Ayrshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. 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

Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in North Ayrshire

The average house price in North Ayrshire is £141,756, 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
£141,756
Detached
£283,607
Semi-detached
£166,174
Terraced
£129,760
Flats & maisonettes
£88,745

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 Irvine

Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 8% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)

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

Flood risk!

Flood risk area nearby — SEPA’s flood maps show river flooding and coastal flooding (medium likelihood, about 1 in 200 years) within a quarter of a mile of the town centre.

2,663 crimes and offences recorded in the Irvine West and Irvine South wards in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).

  • Theft & dishonesty618
  • Crimes against society (incl. drugs)610
  • Violence (non-sexual)558
  • Antisocial offences443
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 Scotland (provisional), council wards, the 12 months to December 2025; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026; flood: SEPA.

Contains SEPA flood map data © Scottish Environment Protection Agency, Open Government Licence v3.0.

Community & connection in Irvine

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

Charity

Three Towns and District Community Shed

We are set up to enable men and women to utilise a space to socialise and learn new skills from each other. Assisting with social isolation and mental health.

4.9 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC048649)
Charity

Helping Hands Project

The provision of practical assistance in the homes of the elderly, disabled and infirm.

6.7 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC021501)
Charity

Onthank Men's Club

The Onthank men's club is set up to help men over the age of 50 in our local community to stop loneliness and isolation first and foremost, we also make sure our members have something to drink…

7.7 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC044398)

© Crown Copyright and database right 2026. Contains information from the Scottish Charity Register supplied by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator and licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Irvine: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Irvine

Is Irvine a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Irvine

Irvine suits those seeking a smaller, quieter care-home setting in a coastal town with reasonable everyday access to shops and social spaces. The local care-home provision is limited—one home listed here—so choice is narrow and families will need to plan ahead or explore nearby towns. Fees are broadly in line with the Scottish average. It's a good fit if you value a tight-knit community feel and have family or support nearby.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; Ayrshire Central Hospital is within reach for planned and emergency care.
  • Safety: Crime rates in Irvine are modestly above the Scottish average, so it's worth checking current figures with local police data.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your support network is—a single listed care home means less local choice, and visiting from distant family may be logistically harder.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in Irvine sit around the Scottish average; affordability is reasonable compared with more expensive urban areas.
  • Transport: The town has bus services; rail links connect to Ayrshire and central Scotland. Day-to-day tasks are fairly walkable in the town centre.
  • Housing options: One care home is listed here, with around 78 beds available. The limited choice means early enquiry and planning are essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Four parks provide outdoor space; coastal walks are nearby. A modest range of restaurants, cafes and pubs support local social life.
  • Community: Smaller towns often foster close-knit groups; ask prospective care homes about social activities and local links.
  • Climate: Ayrshire's coastal climate is mild but damp; winters are cool and rainfall is frequent.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one home is listed locally, so options are restricted and early booking is important.
  • Crime above Scottish average: The town's crime figures sit above the regional baseline, so safety is worth discussing with providers and local contacts.

Questions about care homes in Irvine

How many nursing homes are there in Irvine?

AskBart lists 1 nursing home in and around Irvine, each with its latest Care Inspectorate grade.

How do I choose between nursing homes in Irvine?

Start with the latest Care Inspectorate 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.

Near Irvine

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

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.

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