McCarthy Stone
Waveney Place
Retirement living in Harleston, Norfolk
Operated by McCarthy Stone
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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Waveney Place is a retirement living development in Harleston, Norfolk, operated by McCarthy Stone. The scheme comprises one and two-bedroom apartments alongside retirement bungalows, cottages and coach houses. Properties are available to buy from £200,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, or to rent from £1,810 per month for a one-bedroom home. A service charge of £230 per month applies to rentals.
The development has been designed with spacious, safe accommodation in mind, offering residents a thoughtfully planned living environment.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 550 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £980 |
| 2025 | £1,015 |
Local health safety net
Waveney Place is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 15.5 miles away. The local GP practice is HARLESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
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 Waveney Place.
≈ £8,000/year · £154/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 Harleston
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Diss and District Community Transport Association Limited
Local community transport service
Part of McCarthy Stone
Waveney Place is one of 388 properties run by McCarthy Stone on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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