Distance from the town centre: 0.2 miCare Inspectorate: Good
from £1075/wk
Care homes in Kirkintilloch
3 homes
There are 3 care homes in and around Kirkintilloch on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,075 a week. The largest is Campsie View Care Home, with 90 beds. The most recent inspection was at Birdston in March 2026.
- care homes
- 3
- typical residential fee
- £1,075/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
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Care homes in Kirkintilloch (3)
1 in Kirkintilloch, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
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Distance from the town centre: 0.2 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 1.1 miCare Inspectorate: Good
Fees on request
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Distance from the town centre: 1.1 miCare Inspectorate: Very good
Fees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birdston | Good · Apr 2026 | On request | 60 | — | — | 1.1 mi |
| Campsie View Care Home | Good · Feb 2026 | £1,075 | 90 | — | — | 0.2 mi |
| Lillyburn | Very good · Mar 2026 | On request | 56 | — | — | 1.1 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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Kirkintilloch in numbers
| Care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Average published weekly fee | £1,075 |
| Largest | Campsie View Care Home (90 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Birdston (March 2026) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 3 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, East Dunbartonshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £268,922 |
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across East Dunbartonshire. 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 · Respite care
Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in East Dunbartonshire
The average house price in East Dunbartonshire is £268,922, 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
- £268,922
- Detached
- £531,854
- Semi-detached
- £301,502
- Terraced
- £221,288
- Flats & maisonettes
- £155,105
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 Kirkintilloch
Kirkintilloch is a historic town in Dunbartonshire with a strong community feel and good green space. If you're looking for later-life living in central Scotland with straightforward local services and parks on your doorstep, it's worth exploring—though your choice of care homes is currently limited to one listed provider.
- 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 69% 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 (medium likelihood, about 1 in 200 years) within a quarter of a mile of the town centre.
855 crimes and offences recorded in the Kirkintilloch East and North and Twechar ward in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).
- Theft & dishonesty196
- Crimes against society (incl. drugs)194
- Violence (non-sexual)164
- Antisocial offences115
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 September 2026; flood: SEPA.
Contains SEPA flood map data © Scottish Environment Protection Agency, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Community & connection in Kirkintilloch
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
The Alive and Kicking (SCIO)
To help older ones overcome the effects of social isolation and loneliness.
5.5 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC048582)
Charity
Good Morning Project Limited
We have been providing an emotional, social and safety-net support service 365 days a year since 2000, and we never missed a call throughout the pandemic. Highly skilled, well-trained Telephone…
5.8 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC031960)
Charity
Community Transport Glasgow
CTG provides relief to the communities of Glasgow and surrounding areas who are in need due to age, mobility, mental and physical disability, illness and poverty. This is achieved by providing…
6.0 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC040374)
Charity
Shettleston Mens Shed
The Shettleston Men's Shed supports men predominantly over 55 in Glasgow's East End who may be experiencing social isolation, poor mental health, limited mobility or loneliness. Through regular…
6.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC045115)
Charity
Common Wheel
To improve mental wellbeing, increase skills and reduce isolation through the provision of supported, meaningful activities for people with mental illness and dementia
6.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC031798)
Charity
Cumbernauld Action On Care Of The Elderly
CACE is a leading provider locally of social prescribing activities for olde. We have four main pillars: Non-Regulated Day Support, Group Activities, Befriending and Community Transport, all of…
6.4 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC022277)
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Kirkintilloch: health, services and environment
Hospitals near Kirkintilloch
- Care homes near New Stobhill Hospital · minor injuries unit · 4 miles
- Care homes near Glasgow Royal Infirmary · A&E · 6 miles
- Care homes near University Hospital Monklands · A&E · 7.9 miles
Is Kirkintilloch a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Kirkintilloch
Kirkintilloch suits people seeking a smaller-town pace with solid community links and plenty of outdoor space. The area has everyday shops and eating places, though the care-home market here is narrow: only one home is currently listed on AskBart. This is a reasonable base for independent or supported living if you're rooted in Dunbartonshire and want to stay close to family, but you'll want to check what that single listed provider can offer before deciding.
Health & support
- Medical access: Kirkintilloch has GP surgeries and pharmacies within the town; Stobhill Hospital and other acute services are within reach in nearby Glasgow.
- Safety: The town records crime at a moderate level for a Scottish residential area; it is not among the highest-crime towns in the region.
- Family & connection: If your family and support network are already based in or near Dunbartonshire, staying local makes practical sense; if not, distance to relatives is a key factor to weigh.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees in Scotland are set by individual homes and can vary widely. You'll need to contact the listed provider directly to compare against your budget.
- Transport: Kirkintilloch has bus routes connecting to Glasgow and surrounding areas; rail links are available nearby, and the town is walkable for day-to-day errands, though some journeys may require a car or taxi.
- Housing options: Currently only one care home is listed here, with capacity around 90 beds. This narrow choice means you should explore what that home offers and consider whether nearby towns in Dunbartonshire or Glasgow might widen your options.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Kirkintilloch has 11 parks and 2 allotments, offering good scope for walks and outdoor activities. The town has 15 restaurants and cafés plus 4 pubs, giving a reasonable range for social eating and meeting friends.
- Community: Local social groups and memory cafés depend on what's run by the care home and nearby community organisations; you'd benefit from checking these directly with providers and local services.
- Climate: Dunbartonshire has a typical west-central Scottish climate: cool, often damp, with moderate rainfall year-round.
Things to weigh up
- Very limited care-home choice: Only one home is listed here, which means less flexibility if your first choice doesn't suit or if you want to compare quality and approach across different providers.
- Narrow local provision may push you elsewhere || If the single listed home cannot meet your needs, you may need to look at care homes in Glasgow or other nearby towns, which could affect your ability to stay rooted in Kirkintilloch itself.
Questions about care homes in Kirkintilloch
How many care homes are there in Kirkintilloch?
There are 3 care homes listed in and around Kirkintilloch on AskBart. You can filter them by care type and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in Kirkintilloch cost?
Care homes in Kirkintilloch range from around £1,075 per week, with averages of £1,075 for residential, £1,075 for dementia, £1,075 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Kirkintilloch compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Kirkintilloch is about £1,075 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
What types of care are available in Kirkintilloch?
Homes in and around Kirkintilloch offer dementia (3), nursing (3), residential (3), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
How many care homes in Kirkintilloch offer dementia care?
3 care homes in and around Kirkintilloch offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's Care Inspectorate report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.