Castlemeadow Care
Highfield House Care Home
Residential care home in East Suffolk, Suffolk
Operated by Castlemeadow Care
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About
Highfield House Care Home is a 40-bed residential care home run by Castlemeadow Care, located in East Suffolk. The home provides residential and respite care, with a specialism in dementia support.
The Care Quality Commission rated Highfield House Good overall. The home was rated Good for safety, effectiveness, caring and responsiveness, and Requires Improvement for leadership.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected September 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 1000 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
43 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 | from £895 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| 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 Suffolk council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £989 |
| 2025 | — | £1,064 |
| 2026 | £895 | — |
What Suffolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Highfield House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is James Paget University Hospital, 18 miles away. The local GP practice is CUTLERS HILL SURGERY, 0.8 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in East Suffolk
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Debenham Project (Dementia - Caring for the Carers)
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Highfield House cost?
For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01747 440382 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Castlemeadow Care
Highfield House Care Home is one of 7 homes run by Castlemeadow Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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