Care home
Hillcrest Residential Unit
Care home in Girvan, South Ayrshire
Hillcrest Residential Unit
Care home in Girvan, South Ayrshire
Operated by South Ayrshire Council
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.
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About
Hillcrest Residential Unit is a care home in Girvan, South Ayrshire, providing care for people living with dementia. It has 15 registered beds. The home is regulated in Scotland by the Care Inspectorate, which graded its approach to supporting people's wellbeing and its care and support planning as Very good, and its leadership as Very good. Its setting and staff team were both graded Good.
Care provided
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
525 recorded crimes in the Girvan and South Carrick ward (the 12 months to December 2025)
Top categories:
Source: Police Scotland management information (provisional, not official statistics), by council ward
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
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Local health safety net
Hillcrest Residential Unit is backed by a local NHS health network. The local GP practice is Girvan Riverside Medical Practice, 0.3 miles away.
Nearest services from Public Health Scotland + postcodes.io, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Girvan
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Girvan SCIO
Age Concern Girvan (SCIO), is a local charity providing vital services to older people in Girvan. Our aim is to provide affordable, nutritious meals alongside welcoming social opportunities for…
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Part of South Ayrshire Council
Hillcrest Residential Unit is one of 2 homes run by South Ayrshire Council 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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