Quantum Care

Mountbatten Lodge Care Home

Residential care home in Dacorum, Hertfordshire

Operated by Quantum Care

CQC Good60 bedsDementiaResidential
AddressOld Crabtree Ln, Hemel Hempstead HP2 4EX, UK
Beds60
Weekly feefrom £1,148 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened1995
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Mountbatten Lodge is a 60-bed residential care home in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, operated by Quantum Care. It provides residential, dementia and respite care. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with an Outstanding rating for Responsiveness and Good ratings across Safe, Effective, Caring and Well-led domains.

The home accommodates older people requiring residential support and those with dementia, alongside those accessing respite care. It is situated in a quiet residential setting within Hemel Hempstead town centre.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery0.7 miles
A&E: Watford General Hospital7.3 miles
Bus stop1.2 miles
Train station1.7 miles
Shops2.0 miles
Pub or bar2.1 miles
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesAmple
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

90 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime32%
Anti-social behaviour22%
Other theft11%
Shoplifting8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,148
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Hertfordshire usually pays £906 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £242 a week.

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 Hertfordshire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Hertfordshire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£852
2025—£906
2026£1,148—

What Hertfordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Mountbatten Lodge Care Home 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 EVEREST HOUSE SURGERY, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Watford General Hospital · 7.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
EVEREST HOUSE SURGERY · 0.7 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Dacorum

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age UK Dacorum

Age UK Dacorum works in partnership with other voluntary and statutory agencies to provide services for older people in Dacorum and the surrounding areas. Our purpose is to improve the quality of…

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1098150)
Charity

Hemel Hempstead Day Centre Limited

The principle activity and objective of HHDCL is to provide a safe,high quality day centre that allows the elderly of Dacorum Borough to be involved with bespoke,stimulating and rewarding activities.

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (272688)
Charity

Kings Langley Good Neighbours Association

To provide voluntary assistance to residents in the Parish of Kings Langley and its immediate neighbourhood who have needs caused by age, ill-health, disability or inadequate resources.

2.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1027998)
Charity

Dementia Carers Respite

The purpose of the charity is the relief of persons caring for people with Mid Stage Dementia within the family or home (who do not qualify for NHS support and do not have sufficient resources for…

5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1202451)
Charity

Good Neighbours Amersham and District

To improve the quality of life of the elderly in Amersham and District.(Amersham Chesham & Little ChalfontSpecifically we run 2 lunch-clubs and have for more than 20 years provided transport for…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (201032)
Charity

Age Concern St Albans

Hall for activities in central St Albans including two weekly day centres, and hire for age-related activities.

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (229773)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Mountbatten Lodge?
This facility is based in Hemel Hempstead and is conveniently near to many local services.
How does the CQC evaluate Mountbatten Lodge?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Based on their assessment of care and safety standards, Mountbatten Lodge has received a good rating.
What kinds of senior care does Mountbatten Lodge offer?
This home provides various forms of senior care, including respite, dementia, and residential.
What is the bed capacity of Mountbatten Lodge?
At present, the lodge can accommodate 60 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Mountbatten Lodge?
Quantum Care is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
Mountbatten Lodge offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Celebrations for Birthdays and Holidays, Book and Poetry sessions, along with Dance & Music events.
How much does care at Mountbatten Lodge cost?
The cost of care at Mountbatten Lodge, like other homes, fluctuates based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care at Mountbatten Lodge is £1,148 weekly.

For a comprehensive understanding of the total care cost tailored to your specific requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01442 504631.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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