Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miCare Inspectorate: Adequate
from £1671/wk
Care homes in Dunbar
1 home
There is 1 care home in and around Dunbar on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,671 a week. The largest is Lammermuir House Care Home, with 48 beds. The most recent inspection was at Lammermuir House Care Home in November 2025.
- care home
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- £1,671/wkin line with the UK average
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Care homes in Dunbar (1)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Adequate
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miRun a care home or business in Dunbar that’s missing or out of date? Add or update a listing
Dunbar in numbers
| Care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Average published weekly fee | £1,671 |
| Largest | Lammermuir House Care Home (48 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Lammermuir House Care Home (November 2025) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 |
| Average house price, East Lothian (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £280,383 |
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across East Lothian. 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 East Lothian
The average house price in East Lothian is £280,383, 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
- £280,383
- Detached
- £536,527
- Semi-detached
- £312,856
- Terraced
- £255,385
- Flats & maisonettes
- £160,499
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 Dunbar
Dunbar is a coastal East Lothian town with strong community roots and good access to Edinburgh. It offers modest care-home provision, green space and local amenities — a reasonable choice if you're drawn to a quieter Scottish seaside setting and have family or support nearby.
- Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 57% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)
Green SpacesA
Excellent — 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!
Flood risk area nearby — SEPA’s flood maps show coastal flooding (medium likelihood, about 1 in 200 years) within a quarter of a mile of the town centre.
513 crimes and offences recorded in the Dunbar and East Linton ward in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).
- Theft & dishonesty148
- Violence (non-sexual)117
- Antisocial offences69
- Damage & reckless behaviour61
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 Dunbar
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Dunbar Day Centre SCIO
The objectives of the Dunbar Day Centre SCIO are the provision of recreational facilities and activities with the aim of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or…
0.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC052532)
Charity
Dunbar Dementia Network SCIO
The charity is established to support carers of those living with dementia. Throughout the year carers can meet on a weekly basis to enjoy events and activities together. Group outings to…
0.2 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC048264)
Charity
New Beginnings Club East Lothian
see annual report
0.2 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC047156)
Charity
Lynton Day Centre
Lynton Day Centre was established as a Day Care Centre for the elderly in the community and wider area of East Linton. We are open Monday to Friday and provide a safe friendly environment for our…
5.8 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC034034)
© 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.
Is Dunbar a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Dunbar
Dunbar suits people seeking a quieter, walkable coastal community with ready access to Edinburgh for hospital care and specialist services. The local care-home choice is limited — one home listed here — so you'll need to check availability early and consider whether the location and provision align with your needs. It's affordable by Scottish standards and appeals to those with East Lothian roots or family in the region.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP services and a pharmacy are present in town; Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and NHS Lothian hospitals are within reach by car or bus for urgent and specialist care.
- Safety: Dunbar's crime rate is broadly in line with rural East Lothian — lower than larger towns — making it a relatively safe community.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family and existing support networks are; a single care home means less choice if your first preference isn't available or a move becomes necessary.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly fees for the listed home sit close to the Scottish average, making it competitively priced for the region.
- Transport: Buses link Dunbar to Edinburgh and other East Lothian towns; the town centre is walkable, though a car is helpful for wider travel and visiting family further afield.
- Housing options: Care provision is limited — one home with around 48 beds — so choice is narrow; early enquiry and flexibility on timing are important.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Parks (30 recorded locally), allotments (4) and seafront walks support outdoor interests; a range of restaurants, cafes and pubs (14 cafes and restaurants, 5 pubs) offer social gathering points.
- Community: A small, established town with local groups and a strong sense of community; visiting family and friends is feasible via good road and bus links to Edinburgh.
- Climate: East Lothian has a temperate Scottish climate — cool, often windy, with moderate rainfall — typical for the east coast.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Only one care home is listed locally, which narrows your options and means you must move quickly if it suits you and has a vacancy.
- Small town trade-off: Dunbar's quietness is an asset for some, but fewer shops (2 supermarkets) and amenities than larger towns may feel limiting if you value busy high streets or frequent outings.
Questions about care homes in Dunbar
How many care homes are there in Dunbar?
There are 1 care homes listed in and around Dunbar on AskBart. You can filter them by care type and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in Dunbar cost?
Care homes in Dunbar range from around £1,671 per week, with averages of £1,671 for residential, £1,671 for dementia, £1,671 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Dunbar compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Dunbar is about £1,671 per week — broadly in line with the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
What types of care are available in Dunbar?
Homes in and around Dunbar offer dementia (1), nursing (1), residential (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
How many care homes in Dunbar offer dementia care?
1 care home in and around Dunbar 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.