About
Situated in a prime location, Austen Place is within easy reach of a variety of local amenities. These include a range of shops, delightful restaurants, and a lively weekly market. The town also prides itself on its library and sports facilities, ensuring there's always something to keep you occupied.
For those who wish to travel further afield, Alton offers excellent road and train connections to London, making it an ideal base for those who enjoy the occasional city visit or have family in the capital.
At Austen Place, residents can enjoy a vibrant social life, with a welcoming residents' lounge and a restaurant offering table service for those days when you don't feel like cooking. This is more than just a place to live; it's a community where you can truly enjoy your retirement.
Care provided
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected January 2026
Nearby amenities
What's in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAdequate
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Care fee trajectory
Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.
Local health safety net
Austen Place - Resale is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen Alexandra Hospital, 20.9 miles away. The local GP practice is WILSON PRACTICE, 0.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
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 Austen Place - Resale.
≈ £8,300/year · £160/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.
Frequently asked questions
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What is a resale retirement home?
What is included in the cost of a resale apartment at Austen Place - Resale?
How much do resale properties cost at Austen Place - Resale?
What tenure options are available at Austen Place - Resale?
Is Austen Place - Resale ARCO (Associated Retirement Community Operators) registered?
ARCO, also known as the Associated Retirement Community Operators, ensure every retirement home offers the highest standard of housing, amenities and support to all residents.
Austen Place - Resale are not currently a member of ARCO. However, you’ll find an excellent range of purpose built homes designed specifically for over-55 living and offering a wide range of amenities and additional support services.
Are there any retirement home fees at Austen Place - Resale?
When you move into Austen Place - Resale, you will be required to pay the following fees:
* **Service Charge** - a monthly payment which covers the cost of the maintenance of your retirement property.
Are luxury facilities available at Austen Place - Resale?
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Information last reviewed September 2026.
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