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Care homes in Caldicot
Caldicot is a established retirement community in Gwent, Wales, with a notably higher-than-average share of residents aged 65+. It offers a quieter, accessible small-town setting with good green space, though care-home choice here is limited and you'll want to check travel times to specialist services carefully.
Average residential fee in Caldicot: £1,080/week — below the UK average of £1,279
Living in Caldicot
High Retirement CommunityLow Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 94% of similar areas
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, February 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Caldicot is about £1,080/week, below the UK average of £1,279.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Care homes in Caldicot on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Caldicot
Residential (avg)
£1,080/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,080/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Monmouthshire
The average house price in Monmouthshire is £332,145, 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
- £332,145
- Detached
- £493,510
- Semi-detached
- £299,761
- Terraced
- £235,394
- Flats & maisonettes
- £151,351
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.
Types of care in Caldicot
Residential care homes
1 in CaldicotResidential care homes provide help with everyday living in a safe, sociable setting — the right choice when someone needs support day to day but not round-the-clock nursing.
Nursing homes
1 in CaldicotNursing homes provide everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site 24 hours a day — for people with ongoing or complex health needs.
Respite care
1 in CaldicotRespite care is a short stay in a care home — to give a family carer a break, or to help someone recover after a hospital stay.
Safety
1 crimes reported in February 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime1
Is Caldicot a good retirement location?
Caldicot suits people looking for a peaceful Welsh town with a genuine retirement population and plenty of local parks and outdoor space. The over-65 demographic (26.6%) is well above the UK average, signalling a settled later-life community. However, care provision is limited to one listed home, so your options are narrow; weigh this against nearby larger towns if you need more choice or specific care levels.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to confirm GP surgery locations and travel times to the nearest hospital with emergency services; these are not detailed here, so ask the local authority or your prospective care provider.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low (1 offence recorded in the most recent reporting period), though the small figure and narrow timeframe mean you should cross-check with local police data for broader context.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family support networks are; Caldicot's established retirement population may mean good peer friendships, but distance to relatives matters for your wellbeing.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home fees are not detailed in the data available; request current weekly rates from the listed provider and compare against the UK national average to judge affordability.
- Transport: Caldicot has road links to nearby towns; buses and rail connections should be confirmed with local transport operators to assess ease of visits and trips to larger centres.
- Housing options: Care provision here is limited to one listed home of roughly 40 beds; if you need a wider choice of homes, care levels, or retirement schemes, you may need to look beyond Caldicot.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Caldicot has 10 parks and 3 allotments, offering good scope for walks and outdoor interests; restaurants, cafes and pubs (6 and 4 respectively) provide local social and eating options.
- Community: With a well-established retired population, you may find social groups and peer networks; ask prospective care homes about memory cafés, clubs and community links they support.
- Climate: Gwent experiences a temperate oceanic Welsh climate — mild winters and cool summers, with rain fairly common year-round.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Only one listed care home is available locally, which narrows your options and makes comparative research harder; weigh this against homes in nearby larger towns.
- Distance to specialist services: Confirm travel times to hospitals and specialist medical services before committing; small towns sometimes rely on services in larger neighbouring centres.
Common questions
How many care homes are there in Caldicot?
There are 1 care homes listed in and around Caldicot on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in Caldicot cost?
Care homes in Caldicot range from around £1,080 per week, with averages of £1,080 for residential, £1,080 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Caldicot compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Caldicot is about £1,080 per week — below the UK average of £1,279. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Caldicot are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
0 of the 1 care homes in and around Caldicot are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Caldicot?
Homes in and around Caldicot offer nursing (1), residential (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Do any care homes in Caldicot offer respite care?
Yes — 1 care home in and around Caldicot 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.
How safe is the Caldicot area?
Caldicot is graded A for safety on AskBart — safer than 94% of similar areas. This is drawn from police-recorded crime data and compared against similar areas.
Can I get council funding for care in Caldicot?
If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Monmouthshire Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.
What's included in a care home's weekly fees in Caldicot?
A care home's weekly fee in Caldicot usually covers accommodation, all meals, day-to-day personal care, housekeeping, laundry and activities. Extras such as hairdressing, chiropody, outings and one-to-one care are often charged separately, so ask each home for a full breakdown of what is and isn't included.
What's the difference between residential and nursing care?
Residential care homes help with everyday personal care — washing, dressing, meals and prompting medication. Nursing homes provide the same support plus a qualified nurse on site around the clock for residents with ongoing medical needs. Homes in Caldicot may offer one or both, so check each listing for the care types it provides.
Could the NHS pay for care in Caldicot?
If a person's needs are primarily health-related rather than social, they may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which can fully fund a care-home placement regardless of their savings. Eligibility is decided by the local NHS integrated care board after an assessment — it's separate from means-tested council funding.
How do I choose a care home in Caldicot?
Start by shortlisting homes in Caldicot by the type of care needed and their CQC rating, then visit in person. On a visit, read the home's latest CQC report, ask about staffing levels and fees, and see how residents are supported day to day. AskBart lists each home's rating, facilities and fees so you can compare before arranging a visit.
Who regulates care homes in Caldicot?
Care homes in Caldicot are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC rates each home as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate following regular inspections — you can read each home's latest report on the CQC website.
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