Norse Care (Services) Limited
Harker House
Residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk
Operated by Norse Care (Services)
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.
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Harker House is a care home in Long Stratton, South Norfolk, run by Norse Care (Services) Limited. It is registered for 38 beds and offers residential, dementia and respite care, with dementia care given specific attention. Residents can stay for short periods or live there full-time. The home's approach centres on each person's own preferences, and it runs a varied programme of activities and events, with residents taking part as much or as little as they choose. The Care Quality Commission rated Harker House Good overall in its 2019 report, and it received Good ratings across the Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led areas.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 450 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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
794 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Norfolk council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £980 |
| 2025 | £1,015 |
What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Harker House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 9.2 miles away. The local GP practice is LONG STRATTON MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP, 0.4 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Norwich
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Community Action Norwich
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Age Concern Norfolk
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Mangreen Trust
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Swardeston Day Centre
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Part of Norse Care (Services)
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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