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Community Support Services is a supported living development in Oakham, Rutland, in the East Midlands.
Retirement living in Rutland
4 developments
AskBart lists 4 retirement developments in and around Rutland, run by 2 operators. 2 offer homes to buy from £170,000, and 1 to rent. The average home in Rutland sold for £299,980 (HM Land Registry, June 2026).
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Retirement living across Rutland
- Oakham 4
Rutland in numbers
| Retirement developments listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Operators | 2 (largest: McCarthy Stone, 1; McCarthy Stone Resales, 1) |
| With homes to buy | 2 |
| With homes to rent | 1 |
| Lowest guide price | £170,000 |
| Average guide price | £170,000 |
| Types of living | Supported living 2 · community 1 |
| Average sold price, Rutland (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £299,980 |
Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
About Rutland
Rutland is England's smallest county, known for its quiet market towns and rural charm. If you're drawn to countryside living with strong community roots and prefer a quieter pace, it's worth exploring—though choice of retirement schemes here is limited, and you'll want to check what suits your health and care needs before committing.
What retirement living costs in Rutland
To buy — from
£170,000
To buy — average
£170,000
House prices in Rutland
The average house price in Rutland is £299,980, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.
Average price by property type
- All property types
- £299,980
- Detached
- £433,453
- Semi-detached
- £279,626
- Terraced
- £229,182
- Flats & maisonettes
- £129,555
Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.
Is Rutland a good retirement location?
Rutland suits people who value peace, open countryside and tight-knit community over urban buzz. It's a rural, relatively prosperous area with lower crime than many parts of England, but retirement-living provision is modest—only a handful of schemes—so early research is essential. Good for those with family nearby or who are mobile and independent; less ideal if you need rapid access to big hospitals or a wide range of social activities.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy are present in the main towns; Rutland's nearest major hospital is Kettering General, which offers A&E and general services
- Safety: Crime rates in Rutland are below the national average, making it one of the safer parts of England
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care fees in Rutland's retirement-living schemes sit close to or slightly below the national average, though individual homes vary; you'll want to request current pricing
- Transport: Rail links from Oakham and Uppingham connect to larger towns; bus services exist but are thinner than in cities, and a car is often useful for getting around the countryside
- Housing options: Only 3 retirement-living schemes are listed here, so choice is limited; you may need to explore nearby Leicestershire or Northamptonshire for broader options
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Rutland Water offers walking, sailing and birdwatching; the countryside is dotted with quiet footpaths; local communities often have gardening clubs and interest groups
- Community: Small market towns foster close neighbourly links; memory cafés and support groups exist but are smaller and fewer than in larger towns
- Climate: The East Midlands climate is typical of central England—cold winters, mild summers, moderate rainfall
Things to weigh up
- Limited choice of homes: Only 3 schemes listed means less flexibility to compare or move between local options; nearby counties may offer more variety
- Variable quality: One scheme is rated 'requires improvement' by the CQC, so due diligence on each home's latest inspection and standards is crucial before moving
Common questions
How many retirement developments are there in Rutland?
AskBart lists 4 retirement developments in and around Rutland. The largest operators are McCarthy Stone (1) and McCarthy Stone Resales (1).
How much does a retirement property in Rutland cost to buy?
Guide prices at the 2 developments with homes to buy start at £170,000, and average £170,000. Service charges and any event or exit fees are extra; check each listing.
Can I rent a retirement property in Rutland?
Yes: 1 of the 4 developments offer homes to rent.
What types of retirement living are there in Rutland?
Supported living (2) and community (1).
What do homes sell for in Rutland?
The average home in Rutland sold for £299,980 in June 2026, according to HM Land Registry's UK House Price Index.
Is retirement living in Rutland regulated by the CQC?
No. Retirement housing isn't rated by the Care Quality Commission. Where a development offers on-site personal care, that care service is registered with the regulator separately.
Weighing up your options in Rutland?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Rutland:
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