Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miCQC Good
from £1537/wk
Care homes in Ampthill
6 homes
There are 6 care homes in and around Ampthill on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,594 a week, while Central Bedfordshire usually pays £1,008. The largest is Baycroft Flitwick Care Home, with 75 beds.
- care homes
- 6
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 67%
- typical residential fee
- £1,594/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Central Bedfordshire council pays
- £1,008/wk
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Care homes in Ampthill (6)
0 in Ampthill, 6 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 0.8 miCQC Good
from £1650/wk
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Distance from the town centre: 1.3 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 1.4 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.9 miFees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baycroft Flitwick Care Home | Good | £1,650 | 75 | 7.9 mi | — | 0.8 mi |
| Care Is Central - Honeysuckle House | — | On request | 72 | 8.0 mi | — | 1.4 mi |
| Evergreen SUSD Unit | — | On request | 6 | 7.0 mi | — | 0.3 mi |
| Orchid Lawns | Requires improvement · Aug 2021 | On request | 24 | 8.2 mi | — | 1.3 mi |
| Pine House | — | On request | 5 | 7.4 mi | — | 1.9 mi |
| Richmond Manor Care Home | Good | £1,537 | 69 | 7.1 mi | — | 0.1 mi |
Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.
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Ampthill in numbers
The average residential care home in Ampthill costs about £1,594/week, while Central Bedfordshire’s published usual rate is around £1,008/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £586/week (about £30,472/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.
What Central Bedfordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 3 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,594 |
| Central Bedfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,008 |
| Largest | Baycroft Flitwick Care Home (75 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Orchid Lawns (July 2021) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 3 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, Central Bedfordshire (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £356,453 |
Good2
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated3
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Central Bedfordshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Central Bedfordshire's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Central Bedfordshire
The average house price in Central Bedfordshire is £356,453, 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
- £356,453
- Detached
- £609,871
- Semi-detached
- £377,764
- Terraced
- £298,788
- Flats & maisonettes
- £173,703
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.
Living in Ampthill
Ampthill is a quiet market town in Bedfordshire with solid local services and green space—parks, allotments, cafes and pubs nearby. If you value a small-town feel with reasonable access to larger centres, it's worth exploring what care homes here can offer your circumstances.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 78% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
25 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime10
- Anti-social behaviour5
- Public order3
- Other theft2
How we grade areas
Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Ampthill
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Hitchin University of the Third Age
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means including associated activities conducive to learning and…
6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1065085)
Charity
Age Concern Bedfordshire
We provide services to adults over the age of 50 years and their family or carers to make informed choices on benefits and enabling services. Our services include information & advice, befriending…
7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1090535)
Charity
Tibbs Dementia Foundation
Tibbs Dementia Foundation provides services which promote the improved health of people affected by dementia and which provide relief, including care and support, to people with dementia and those…
7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1166596)
Ampthill: health, services and environment
Hospitals near Ampthill
- Care homes near Bedford Hospital (South Wing) · A&E · 7.1 miles
- Care homes near Putnoe Walk-in Centre, Bedford · walk-in centre · 8.7 miles
- Care homes near Luton and Dunstable University Hospital · A&E · 9.2 miles
Is Ampthill a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Ampthill
Ampthill suits people who want a settled, community-focused retirement in a modest-sized town. It has everyday shops, restaurants and social venues within reach, and green space for walks and outdoor interests. Care-home provision here is straightforward rather than extensive; your choice of homes will be narrower than in larger towns, so early viewing and comparison are important. It works well for those with local family connections or a preference for quieter surroundings over a wider range of options.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are available locally; larger hospitals are within reasonable travel distance from Bedfordshire.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 25 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents noted as the most common types—broadly in line with small-town levels.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support network lives to Ampthill; distance to frequent visits or emergency help matters in choosing later-life care.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in this area should be checked against current providers; Bedfordshire is not among the highest-cost regions for care, though fees vary widely by home standard and services.
- Transport: Ampthill has bus links to nearby towns and cities; it is car-friendly but not heavily rail-connected, so ask about transport to medical appointments and visits if you won't drive.
- Housing options: Care-home choice in Ampthill is limited compared to larger towns; availability and range will depend on current vacancies and operator presence.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Four parks and ten allotments offer outdoor space for walks, gardening and leisure; a mix suited to active retirement interests.
- Community: Sixteen restaurants and cafes, and fourteen pubs and bars, provide social venues; you'll want to check what memory cafes, clubs or support groups are run by local care homes or community organisations.
- Climate: Bedfordshire has a typical East Midlands climate—cool winters, mild summers—so consider your preference for cooler weather and the heating or cooling needs of any home you visit.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Fewer homes mean fewer comparisons and potentially longer waiting lists; visit early and register your interest if you find a good fit.
- Quiet-town trade-off: Ampthill's peaceful character is an asset, but some people find smaller towns isolating if family or medical services are far away—weigh your own priorities.
Questions about care homes in Ampthill
How many care homes are there in Ampthill?
There are 6 care homes listed in and around Ampthill on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in Ampthill cost?
Care homes in Ampthill range from around £1,537 to around £1,650 per week, with averages of £1,594 for residential, £1,594 for dementia, £1,537 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Ampthill compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Ampthill is about £1,594 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Ampthill are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
2 of the 6 care homes in and around Ampthill are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Ampthill?
Homes in and around Ampthill offer dementia (3), residential (3), nursing (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Ampthill?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Ampthill:
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Guides for families
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More in our choosing a care home guides.