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Care homes in Dalkeith

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There are 7 care homes in and around Dalkeith on AskBart. The largest is Drummond Grange Care Home, with 114 beds. The most recent inspection was at Midlothian Life Care Facility in July 2026.

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Dalkeith

Care homes in Dalkeith (7)

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2 in Dalkeith, 5 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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Distance
Archview Lodge Care HomeGood · Mar 2026£1,86276——0.1 mi
Carberry House Care HomeGood · Feb 2026On request27——2.4 mi
Drummond Grange Care HomeGood · Oct 2025£2,096114——2.4 mi
Midlothian Life Care FacilityGood · Jul 2026On request40——0.8 mi
Nazareth HouseAdequate · Nov 2025On request37——1.9 mi
Pittendreich Care HomeAdequate · Sept 2025On request27——1.2 mi
Springfield Bank Nursing HomeGood · Oct 2025On request70——2.7 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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Dalkeith in numbers

Care homes listed7
LargestDrummond Grange Care Home (114 beds)
Most recently inspectedMidlothian Life Care Facility (July 2026)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 7 · Respite 2
Average house price, Midlothian (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£281,662
Average weekly fees
  • Nursing, Dalkeith£1,979/wk
  • Dementia, Dalkeith£1,979/wk
  • Midlothian average£1,979/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Midlothian. 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 Midlothian

The average house price in Midlothian is £281,662, 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
£281,662
Detached
£501,368
Semi-detached
£297,751
Terraced
£237,438
Flats & maisonettes
£157,795

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 Dalkeith

Dalkeith is a historic market town near Edinburgh, with strong local services, good green space and a single well-rated care home. It suits families wanting a quieter setting with easy access to the city and its hospitals, though choice of local care provision is limited.

Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 17% 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.

2,393 crimes and offences recorded in the Dalkeith and Midlothian East wards in the 12 months to December 2025, Police Scotland (provisional figures).

  • Theft & dishonesty743
  • Violence (non-sexual)477
  • Crimes against society (incl. drugs)361
  • Damage & reckless behaviour336
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 Dalkeith

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

Charity

St Davids Bradbury Day Centre

We provide a social and health care service for older people who have multiple mental or physical health needs, such as stroke, dementia, or mobility issues, as well as those who are socially…

1.8 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC006170)
Charity

Portobello Older People’s Project SCIO

POPP runs lunch and social clubs for frail, older people in the Portobello area. It offers them the chance to get out of their homes, share a meal and participate in social activities such as…

4.5 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC048384)
Charity

Vocal - Voice Of Carers Across Lothian

VOCAL is run by carers, for carers since 1994, with two carer centres and locality bases in Edinburgh and Midlothian. We offer an accessible information and advice service, delivered through…

6.7 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC020755)
Charity

Pencaitland Day Centre East Lothian

We are a group of volunteers who run a weekly lunch club for older adults over the age of 60 in Pencaitland and the surrounding area. We provide aid, assistance and support for our members and…

6.8 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC016981)
Charity

John Bellany Day Centre

The charity is set up to provide assistance and support for older people and their carers in Port Seton, Cockenzie and the surrounding areas We achieve this by associating the local authorities,…

7.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC024761)
Charity

Broomhill Day Centre Penicuik

To provide day care for the socially isolated and often housebound elderly in our community. We provide transport, meals, activities, advice and advocacy. We work alongside health and social work…

7.6 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC004494)

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Dalkeith: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Dalkeith

Is Dalkeith a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Dalkeith

Dalkeith is a settled, walkable town with good nearby amenities and access to Edinburgh's larger medical facilities. The area offers quiet retirement living close to countryside and urban services alike. It suits people who value a smaller-town feel, have family support nearby, or are willing to consider the one listed care home here—which is rated very good—or to look across nearby Midlothian for alternatives.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP services are available locally; Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and other major hospitals are within reach by car or public transport.
  • Safety: Crime levels are in line with or better than many Scottish towns; check the local police ward data for the most recent figures.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close family are: Dalkeith is near Edinburgh, so some relatives may be within a short drive, while others further away will need to plan visits.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: One care home is listed here; weekly fees will depend on its current pricing. Seek quotes directly and compare against the national average to assess affordability for your circumstances.
  • Transport: Dalkeith has bus links within the town and to Edinburgh. The area is reasonably walkable for daily errands; a car is helpful for visits to specialist services or further afield.
  • Housing options: One care home is listed in Dalkeith (roughly 76 beds). Midlothian and nearby areas offer further options if you wish to explore beyond the town itself.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Dalkeith has 12 parks and green spaces, including access to local woodlands and countryside walks. Several restaurants, cafés and pubs support social activity and eating out.
  • Community: The town has good everyday services (four supermarkets) and social venues. Look into local clubs, memory cafés and support groups through the care home or local health services.
  • Climate: Midlothian has a typical Scottish climate—cooler, wetter winters and mild summers. Being near the city means varied cultural and social opportunities year-round.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited local choice: Only one care home is listed in Dalkeith itself, so your options are narrower than in larger towns. Widening your search to nearby Midlothian communities may open other possibilities.
  • Distance from family: If your closest relatives live far from Edinburgh or central Scotland, regular visits from Dalkeith may involve lengthy travel; weigh this against the town's other attractions.

Questions about care homes in Dalkeith

How many care homes are there in Dalkeith?

There are 7 care homes listed in and around Dalkeith on AskBart. You can filter them by care type and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Dalkeith cost?

Care homes in Dalkeith range from around £1,862 to around £2,096 per week, with averages of £1,979 for dementia, £1,979 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

What types of care are available in Dalkeith?

Homes in and around Dalkeith offer dementia (7), nursing (2), respite (2), 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 Dalkeith offer dementia care?

7 care homes in and around Dalkeith 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.

Do any care homes in Dalkeith offer respite care?

Yes — 2 care homes in and around Dalkeith offer respite (short-stay) care, for recovery after a hospital stay or to give a regular carer a break. Availability changes often, so contact the home directly to check.

Near Dalkeith

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

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Header photo: Richard Webb, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons