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Retirement living in Richmond upon Thames
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What retirement living costs in Richmond upon Thames
To buy — from
£457,500
To buy — average
£457,500
House prices in Richmond upon Thames
The average house price in Richmond upon Thames is £818,949, 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
- £818,949
- Detached
- £1,818,630
- Semi-detached
- £1,206,674
- Terraced
- £932,320
- Flats & maisonettes
- £500,329
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.
Common questions
How much does retirement living in Richmond upon Thames cost to buy?
Properties in Richmond upon Thames start from around £457,500, with an average of £457,500. Prices vary significantly depending on the size, specification, and whether a deferred management fee applies. Always review the full terms before purchasing.
What types of retirement living are available in Richmond upon Thames?
Richmond upon Thames has Supported living, Extra care housing, community options available. Retirement communities range from independent living apartments to assisted living villages with on-site care available if needed in the future.
Who oversees retirement living communities in Richmond upon Thames?
Unlike care homes, retirement living developments in England are not regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The Associated Retirement Community Operators (ARCO) is the main trade body representing the sector, and many communities in Richmond upon Thames are ARCO members. Where on-site personal care is offered, those care services are separately CQC-registered.
Weighing up your options in Richmond upon Thames?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Richmond upon Thames:
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