Care homes in East Kilbride
12 homes
There are 12 care homes in and around East Kilbride on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,124 a week. The largest is Meadowbrook Care Home, with 106 beds. The most recent inspection was at Georgia Park Care Home in June 2026.
- care homes
- 12
- typical residential fee
- £1,124/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
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Care homes in East Kilbride (12)
1 in East Kilbride, 11 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
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Distance from the town centre: 1.0 mi
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Distance from the town centre: 1.1 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.4 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.6 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.8 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.8 mi
Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCompare every home in East Kilbride in one table
| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Lodge Care Home | Good · Jan 2026 | £1,289 | 79 | — | — | 1.4 mi |
| Cathkin House | Adequate · Jul 2026 | On request | 44 | — | — | 1.6 mi |
| Flemington Care Home | Adequate · Nov 2025 | On request | 90 | — | — | 2.6 mi |
| Forefaulds Care Home | Good · Feb 2025 | £1,097 | 51 | — | — | 1.1 mi |
| Georgia Park Care Home | Adequate · Jul 2026 | On request | 42 | — | — | 2.8 mi |
| Lindsayfield Lodge | Good · Apr 2026 | On request | 92 | — | — | 1.8 mi |
| McKillop Gardens | Very good · Feb 2026 | On request | 37 | — | — | 0.2 mi |
| Meadowbrook Care Home | Adequate · Apr 2026 | On request | 106 | — | — | 1.1 mi |
| Meldrum Gardens | Very good · Jun 2026 | On request | 40 | — | — | 1.3 mi |
| Rosaburn House | Good · Oct 2025 | On request | 66 | — | — | 1.8 mi |
| Ryan Meadows Care Home | Adequate · Jan 2026 | On request | 60 | — | — | 1.6 mi |
| Westwood House Care Home | Good · Jun 2025 | £1,150 | 42 | — | — | 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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East Kilbride in numbers
| Care homes listed | 12 |
|---|---|
| Average published weekly fee | £1,124 |
| Largest | Meadowbrook Care Home (106 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Georgia Park Care Home (June 2026) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 6 · Nursing 7 · Dementia 10 · Respite 4 |
| Average house price, South Lanarkshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £186,771 |
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across South 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: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in South Lanarkshire
The average house price in South Lanarkshire is £186,771, 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
- £186,771
- Detached
- £388,010
- Semi-detached
- £225,031
- Terraced
- £164,347
- Flats & maisonettes
- £105,299
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 East Kilbride
East Kilbride is Scotland's largest town, with solid everyday services, plenty of green space, and a straightforward care-home offer. It suits families looking for a lively, walkable community with good local amenities and reasonable Scottish care costs.
- Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Limited — quieter than 20% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
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.
2,106 crimes and offences recorded in the East Kilbride Central North and East Kilbride East wards in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).
- Theft & dishonesty486
- Crimes against society (incl. drugs)441
- Antisocial offences422
- Violence (non-sexual)404
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 East Kilbride
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
LEAP Project
LEAP is a community development charity for older people. We provide a range of activities and services including: adult education & health activities. handyperson services. group & individual…
The Senior Centre Castlemilk
We prevent loneliness and isolation of independent older adults living in Castlemilk and surrounding areas. Providing activities, advice, classes, health and wellbeing improvement sessions and…
Rutherglen Community Carers
Rutherglen Community Carers was established in 1994 to address the need for person-centred social support for people with dementia and other mental health/disabling conditions who are being…
Age Concern Eastwood
The charity seeks to promote the interests of older people in the community by providing advice and information, running 3 social lunch clubs with the provision of transport and the loan of…
Age Concern Eastwood Dementia Project
Our only objective as a local independent dementia service provider, is to offer the highest quality of care to people living with dementia and their carers throughout the East Renfrewshire…
Befriend Motherwell (SCIO)
Tackle some of the isolation faced by many elderly in Motherwell who feel alone
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East Kilbride: health, services and environment
Hospitals near East Kilbride
- Care homes near University Hospital Hairmyres · A&E · 1.8 miles
- Care homes near New Victoria Hospital · minor injuries unit · 5.6 miles
- Care homes near Glasgow Royal Infirmary · A&E · 7.3 miles
Is East Kilbride a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in East Kilbride
East Kilbride is a busy, well-serviced town in Lanarkshire with good bones for retirement living. It offers real green space, decent eating-out options, and strong everyday services—though care-home choice here is limited to one listed provider. It suits people who value a town-centre feel, don't need a wide choice of residential care homes, and have family or social roots in central Scotland.
Health & support
- Medical access: The town has several GP surgeries and pharmacies; Hairmyres Hospital (NHS Lanarkshire) is within reach for acute care.
- Safety: East Kilbride's crime rate is broadly in line with other Scottish towns; check the latest Police Scotland data if safety is a key concern.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family support networks are—care can feel less isolating when loved ones are nearby.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Scottish care fees tend to be more affordable than in England; confirm current rates with the one listed home.
- Transport: The town has regular bus services and rail links to Glasgow and beyond; it's reasonably walkable for everyday needs, though a car or taxi access is useful for some.
- Housing options: Care-home provision here is limited—only one home is listed on AskBart, so choice is narrow; explore this early if residential care is your preference.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: East Kilbride has 41 parks and one allotment, plus 13 restaurants and cafes and 14 pubs and bars, offering scope for walks, dining and social activity.
- Community: Look into local social groups, memory cafés and community halls—standard in Scottish towns, though verify current provision directly.
- Climate: Central Scotland has a cool, damp climate with changeable weather; prepare for rain and shorter winter days.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Only one care home is listed here, so if residential care is essential, you may need to explore nearby towns or settle quickly.
- Town character: East Kilbride is busy and modern rather than quiet; if you prefer a village feel, it may not be the right fit.
Questions about care homes in East Kilbride
How many care homes are there in East Kilbride?
There are 12 care homes listed in and around East Kilbride on AskBart. You can filter them by care type and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in East Kilbride cost?
Care homes in East Kilbride range from around £1,097 to around £1,289 per week, with averages of £1,124 for residential, £1,124 for dementia, £1,179 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in East Kilbride compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around East Kilbride is about £1,124 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 East Kilbride?
Homes in and around East Kilbride offer dementia (10), nursing (7), residential (6), respite (4). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
How many care homes in East Kilbride offer dementia care?
10 care homes in and around East Kilbride 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.
Weighing up your options in East Kilbride?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in East Kilbride:
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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.