McCarthy Stone

Strawberry Hill Gardens

Retirement living in Norwich, Norfolk

Operated by McCarthy Stone

For sale or to rent
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).
AddressNR4 7NU

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About

Strawberry Hill Gardens is a retirement development operated by McCarthy Stone, offering properties available both to buy and to rent for those over 55. Rental homes start from £1,810 per month, whilst purchase options begin at £200,000. Shared ownership is also available. The service charge is £230 per month.

The development is designed to foster a sense of community among residents, with shared interests and social activities forming part of life there.

What's nearby

GP surgery0.8 miles
A&E: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital1.2 miles
Pub or bar350 m
  • Set back from main road noise

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

  • AllotmentsAmple
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Norfolk pays care homes.
YearCouncil rate (per week)
2024£980
2025£1,015

Local health safety net

Strawberry Hill Gardens is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 1.2 miles away. The local GP practice is HUMBLEYARD PRACTICE, 0.8 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital · 1.2 mi
Nearest GP
HUMBLEYARD PRACTICE · 0.8 mi

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

Costs at a glance

TenureFor sale or to rent

Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.

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 Strawberry Hill Gardens.

Purchase price£250,000
Service charges (10 yrs × £6,000)+ £60,000
Estimated resale value after 10 yrs£250,000
Event / deferred fee (10% of resale)− £25,000
Amount returned on sale£225,000
Illustrative cost of 10 years here£85,000

≈ £8,500/year · £163/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.

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 McCarthy Stone

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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