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Residential care homes in Ayr

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There are 8 residential care homes in and around Ayr on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,426 a week. The largest is Forbes House, with 80 beds. The most recent inspection was at Greenan Manor Care Home in August 2026.

care homes
8
typical residential fee
£1,426/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Ayr

Care homes in Ayr (8)

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All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
Dalmellington Care CentreVery good · Jul 2026On request61——13.0 mi
Forbes HouseGood · Oct 2025On request80——1.8 mi
Glenfairn House Care HomeGood · Mar 2026£1,23261——0.4 mi
Greenan Manor Care HomeGood · Aug 2026On request52——2.3 mi
Greenan Manor Care HomeVery good£1,56352——2.3 mi
Queens Care HomeGood · Feb 2026£1,36043——2.8 mi
Templeton House Care HomeAdequate · Jul 2026£1,45069——0.5 mi
Windyhall Care Home—£1,52535——0.5 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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Ayr in numbers

Residential care homes listed8
Average published weekly fee£1,426
LargestForbes House (80 beds)
Most recently inspectedGreenan Manor Care Home (August 2026)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 8 · Dementia 6 · Respite 7
Average house price, South Ayrshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£172,205
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Ayr£1,426/wk
  • Nursing, Ayr£1,426/wk
  • Dementia, Ayr£1,475/wk
  • South Ayrshire average£1,422/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

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

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

Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in South Ayrshire

The average house price in South Ayrshire is £172,205, 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
£172,205
Detached
£320,351
Semi-detached
£200,973
Terraced
£152,277
Flats & maisonettes
£100,468

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 Ayr

  • High Retirement Community
  • Well Served
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.
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 22% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — 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.

3,753 crimes and offences recorded in the Ayr West ward and 2 other wards in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).

  • Theft & dishonesty1,128
  • Crimes against society (incl. drugs)705
  • Violence (non-sexual)693
  • Antisocial offences632
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 Ayr

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

Charity

S.I.S.G. Enterprises Ltd

To provide free practical and social help for older people with hearing and sight loss. To provide support for hearing aid users and those with sight loss, their family and carers. To provide…

0.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC029706)
Charity

Age Concern Ayr SCIO

We provide a subsidised grass cutting scheme for the eldlery who are not able to do this on their won because of age or infirmity. We run a charity shop. We run an information and advice centre to…

0.6 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC051523)
Charity

Opportunities In Retirement Ayr

We organise and support group activities for the over 50s from art to walking, with indoor and outdoor activities lead by volunteer group leaders. The charity provides oversight of the groups.

0.6 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC005639)
Charity

South Ayrshire Community Transport

The charity's aims are to connect people and places, to enhance social inclusion through the provision of community transport and active travel provision.

0.7 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC046212)
Charity

Age Concern Prestwick

We provide a cafe and let out our hall to provide for the local elderly community to enjoy the facilities which we run,

3.0 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC002691)

© 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.

Ayr: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Ayr

Is Ayr a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Ayr

Ayr is a small Scottish seaside town with a developing care-home market. Four homes are listed locally, with sizes spanning 35–69 beds and two rated very good by inspection. It suits people who value coastal living and who have family or support networks within reach of South Ayrshire. Cost and choice are moderate; you'll need to check individual homes against your care level and preferences.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You will be served by GP surgeries and pharmacies in the town; emergency hospital care is available via NHS Ayrshire and Arran facilities.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family are to Ayr, and whether local friends or community ties matter to your wellbeing in later life.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in Ayrshire sit around the national average; compare individual homes' charges against your budget and any local authority support eligibility.
  • Transport: Ayr has bus services and a railway station with links to Glasgow and beyond; the town is broadly walkable, though some journeys may require transport.
  • Housing options: Four care homes are listed locally, ranging from 35 to 69 beds, giving you a narrow but real choice of provision to visit and assess.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Two parks are within the town; the Firth of Clyde seafront offers walks and views. Eight restaurants and cafes, plus one pub, provide eating and social venues.
  • Community: Ayr is a settled community; you may find local groups and activities through care homes and the town council, though provision varies by home.
  • Climate: Ayrshire has a typical west-coast Scottish climate—mild winters and cool summers, with regular rain.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice of homes: Four homes is a smaller range than larger towns offer; visit all to find the right fit.
  • Coastal weather: The Firth of Clyde area is damp; if you dislike rain and wind, factor that into your decision.

Questions about care homes in Ayr

How many residential care homes are there in Ayr?

AskBart lists 8 residential care homes in and around Ayr, each with its latest Care Inspectorate grade.

How much do residential care homes in Ayr cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,426 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between residential care homes in Ayr?

Start with the latest Care Inspectorate inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.

Near Ayr

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.

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