Heathcote

Heathcote

Residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk

Operated by Black Swan International

CQC Good29 bedsResidential
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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).
Address19-23 Unthank Road, Norwich, NR2 2PA
Beds29

About

Heathcote is a 29-bed residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk, providing care for older people and those with physical disabilities. The home is part of AcrossEast Anglia, a group of locally based care providers across the region. It is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with an Outstanding rating for Caring.

Heathcote operates as a safe and professionally managed environment where residents receive personalised support. The home was rated Good across Safe, Effective, Responsive and Well-led domains, reflecting its approach to dignity and quality of life in daily care.

Care provided

Residential

Specialist care

Physical disabilities

Facilities

Communal Lounge
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Wheelchair Access

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected August 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery300 m
A&E: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital2.6 miles
Pub or bar300 m
  • 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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenPlentiful
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

794 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime30%
Shoplifting20%
Anti-social behaviour17%
Criminal damage & arson8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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Local health safety net

Heathcote is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 2.6 miles away. The local GP practice is WEST POTTERGATE MED PRAC, 0.2 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital · 2.6 mi
Nearest GP
WEST POTTERGATE MED PRAC · 0.2 mi

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.

Charity

Norwich Men's Shed

Norwich Mens Shed supports the wellbeing of men in the local community. We provide a dedicated workshop space for men to socialise and take part in practical, creative and recreational activities,…

0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171796)
Charity

Vision Norfolk

At Vision Norfolk we recognise that the experience of losing sight or developing vision impairment is extremely distressing and can be isolating and costly for those affected. Through our team of…

0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1206599)
Charity

Community Action Norwich

Children's weekly evening club, weekly youth clubs, day centre with lunch club and a weekly cafe and warm space for the community with free food and Wi-Fi along with a foodbank distribution centre…

1.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079028)
Charity

Age Concern Norfolk

Our mission is to support older people in Norfolk to enjoy the opportunities and meet the challenges of later life.Our vision is to ensure that older people live well in Norfolk

1.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1077097)
Charity

Mangreen Trust

Mangreen Trust provides space, facilities for recreation, spiritual activities, swimming, training, wellness, meetings & educational activities. Monthly spiritual gatherings welcome any faith or…

3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (297985)
Charity

Swardeston Day Centre

Provision of day care facilities for 25 elderly clients per week. This includes a hot lunch, recreational activities arranged. Approx 15 volunteers help 3 part time staff in running the centre.…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1065872)

Part of Black Swan International

Heathcote is one of 21 homes run by Black Swan International 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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