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There are 5 care homes in and around Cumbernauld on AskBart. The largest is Carrickstone House Care Home, with 86 beds. The most recent inspection was at Darroch Nursing Home in August 2026.

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Care homes in Cumbernauld

Care homes in Cumbernauld (5)

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1 in Cumbernauld, 4 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Carrickstone House Care HomeGood · Mar 2026£1,18286——1.3 mi
Cumbernauld Care HomeAdequate · Jul 2026On request52——0.5 mi
Darroch Nursing HomeWeak · Aug 2026On request40——0.8 mi
Rannoch Lodge Care HomeGood · Oct 2025On request50——1.5 mi
The Village Nursing HomeAdequate · Apr 2026On request48——1.0 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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Cumbernauld in numbers

Care homes listed5
LargestCarrickstone House Care Home (86 beds)
Most recently inspectedDarroch Nursing Home (August 2026)
Homes by care typeNursing 1 · Dementia 5
Average house price, North Lanarkshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£156,446
Average weekly fees
  • Nursing, Cumbernauld£1,182/wk
  • Dementia, Cumbernauld£1,182/wk
  • North Lanarkshire average£1,066/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across North Lanarkshire. 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: Nursing homes · Dementia care homes

Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in North Lanarkshire

The average house price in North Lanarkshire is £156,446, 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
£156,446
Detached
£322,772
Semi-detached
£185,168
Terraced
£144,494
Flats & maisonettes
£90,913

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 Cumbernauld

Cumbernauld is a planned town near Glasgow with direct transport links and a modest care-home provision. It suits people who want suburban proximity to a major city and value accessible local amenities, though the choice of dedicated retirement homes here is limited.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 57% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk✓

Not in a mapped flood area — SEPA’s flood maps show no river or coastal flooding within a quarter of a mile of the town centre.

1,586 crimes and offences recorded in the Cumbernauld East and Cumbernauld North wards in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).

  • Theft & dishonesty370
  • Violence (non-sexual)351
  • Crimes against society (incl. drugs)295
  • Antisocial offences255
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 Cumbernauld

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

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…

0.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC022277)
Charity

Parkinson's Self Help Group (North Lanarkshire)

The charity operates under the social model of disability, helping to identify barriers faced by individuals with neurological diagnoses, as well as their carers and families. We recognise the…

5.4 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC034256)
Charity

Voice Of Experience Forum

Voice of Experience Forum’s charitable purposes as prescribed by the Charities and Trustees Investment Scotland (2005) Act are the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability,…

5.4 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC037466)
Charity

Diamonds in the Community

Aid those in our community struggling with isolation, loneliness, poor physical or mental health by providing regular groups giving opportunities to socialise with others, learn new skills and…

5.5 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC049275)
Charity

The Daffodil Club

The Charity was set up with an overall vision which is to: “Provide a warm, safe and welcoming environment, practical support and opportunities to improve the life's for the most vulnerable older…

7.2 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC020329)
Charity

Falkirk & District U3A

Provide a safe environment for all retired, or semiretired, people within the Falkirk area, to come together to meet and enjoy

7.9 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC048974)

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Cumbernauld: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Cumbernauld

Is Cumbernauld a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Cumbernauld

Cumbernauld offers straightforward, small-town living with good onward links to Glasgow and the central belt. A single care home is listed locally, so choice is restricted; you'll need to explore options in neighbouring areas or be confident about the one available home. It suits retired people who value quieter surroundings and easy access to city services without wanting to live in one.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are available locally; the nearest major hospital is within reach via good transport links to Glasgow.
  • Safety: Crime figures for Cumbernauld are broadly in line with Scottish averages for towns of its size.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether your family network is within travelling distance — Glasgow is close, but if support is further afield, regular visits may require planning.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: One care home is listed with 86 beds and rated adequate by CQC; care fees will reflect Scottish rates, which tend to be lower than those in much of England and Wales.
  • Transport: Cumbernauld has regular bus services and rail links to Glasgow and beyond, making it easy to reach wider services without a car; the town itself is walkable for most daily needs.
  • Housing options: Provision is limited — only one care home is listed locally. Families should view early and consider homes in nearby towns if choice matters.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Eleven parks and an allotment scheme offer outdoor space; six restaurants and cafes, and six pubs and bars, provide social venues and eating options.
  • Community: Look for social groups and memory cafés through the local care home and community health teams; the town's quieter character suits people who prefer a calmer social rhythm.
  • Climate: Central Scotland experiences cool, wet winters and mild summers; be prepared for frequent rain.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one home is listed locally; if it doesn't suit your needs, you'll need to consider homes further afield.
  • Small-town pace: Cumbernauld is quieter than Glasgow; ensure this matches your preference for social activity and entertainment.

Questions about care homes in Cumbernauld

How many care homes are there in Cumbernauld?

There are 5 care homes listed in and around Cumbernauld on AskBart. You can filter them by care type and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Cumbernauld cost?

Care homes in Cumbernauld range from around £1,182 per week, with averages of £1,182 for dementia, £1,182 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

What types of care are available in Cumbernauld?

Homes in and around Cumbernauld offer dementia (5), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

How many care homes in Cumbernauld offer dementia care?

5 care homes in and around Cumbernauld 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.

How safe is the Cumbernauld area?

Cumbernauld is graded B for safety & peace on AskBart — quieter than 57% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population). This is drawn from police-recorded anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents, compared against similar areas.

Near Cumbernauld

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.