McCarthy Stone Resales
Eleanor House
Retirement living in Radlett, Hertfordshire
Operated by McCarthy Stone Resales
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About
Eleanor House is a retirement living development in St Albans, operated by McCarthy Stone Resales and available to buy. The property sits on London Road, with a bus stop serving the city centre located within 100 metres of the development.
St Albans is a historic town in Hertfordshire with established appeal as a residential location. The development's position offers convenient access to local services and transport links into the wider area.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Near a railway line
- Fire station about 900 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Gallery
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £852 |
| 2025 | £906 |
Local health safety net
Eleanor House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Watford General Hospital, 7.3 miles away. The local GP practice is HATFIELD ROAD SURGERY, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Eleanor House.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Radlett
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Chipping Barnet Seniors Day Centre
To operate for the benefit of Chipping Barnet. To provide a club-like atmosphere. To provide information and advice. Allow some respite to carers.Information and adviceExercise…
High Barnet Good Neighbour Scheme
Transport for elderly or disabled to medical appointments, shopping etc. shopping and prescription collection on behalf of clients. social visiting of the housebound. referral to other agencies,…
Age Concern St Albans
Hall for activities in central St Albans including two weekly day centres, and hire for age-related activities.
Hatfield and District Age Concern
Operates Friendship House, a leisure centre serving the elderly in the Hatfield, Hertfordshire area and providing comfortable surroundings for socialising, morning coffee/tea and subsidised…
Friend in Need Community Centre
To provide support for the elderly of Barnet in the form of [but not limited to] day care, good neighbour schemes, carer support, community transport, shopping, bill payments and pension…
Barnet Elderly Asians Group
men & women social gatherings, freshly cooked healthy vegetarian meals at luncheon clubs. Yoga,Tai Chi, Water Aerobics, computer classes, speakers on welfare issues, 3 outings a year, drop-ins and…
Part of McCarthy Stone Resales
Eleanor House is one of 129 properties run by McCarthy Stone Resales on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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