Dementia care homes in Shetland
2 homes
There are 2 dementia care homes in and around Shetland on AskBart. The largest is Edward Thomason & Taing Support Services, with 44 beds. The most recent inspection was at Edward Thomason & Taing Support Services in June 2026.
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Care homes in Shetland (2)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
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Shetland in numbers
| Dementia care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Largest | Edward Thomason & Taing Support Services (44 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Edward Thomason & Taing Support Services (June 2026) |
| Homes by care type | Dementia 2 |
| Average house price, Shetland Islands (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £187,659 |
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Dementia care homes
Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Shetland Islands
The average house price in Shetland Islands is £187,659, 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
- £187,659
- Detached
- £256,908
- Semi-detached
- £180,509
- Terraced
- £125,053
- Flats & maisonettes
- £92,036
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 Shetland
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Scotland data (town-level not yet available)
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Scotland data (town-level not yet available)
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
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Flood risk area nearby — SEPA’s flood maps show river flooding and coastal flooding (medium likelihood, about 1 in 200 years) within a quarter of a mile of the town centre.
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. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026; flood: SEPA.
Contains SEPA flood map data © Scottish Environment Protection Agency, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Questions about care homes in Shetland
How many dementia care homes are there in Shetland?
AskBart lists 2 dementia care homes in and around Shetland, each with its latest Care Inspectorate grade.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Shetland?
Start with the latest Care Inspectorate inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
Near Shetland
- Dementia care homes in Fraserburgh 1
- Dementia care homes in Peterhead 1
- Dementia care homes in Tain 1
- Dementia care homes in Forres 1
- Dementia care homes in Ellon 1
- Dementia care homes in Invergordon 1
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Dementia-Friendly Care Home
- The Stages of Dementia: What to Expect (2026)
- Caring for Someone with Dementia: How to Cope (2026)
More in our dementia care guides.

