Distance from the town centre: 0.2 miCQC Outstanding
from £1589/wk
Care homes in Framlingham
2 homes
There are 2 care homes in and around Framlingham on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,589 a week, while Suffolk usually pays £1,064. The largest is Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home, with 67 beds. The most recent inspection was at Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home in March 2023.
- care homes
- 2
- typical residential fee
- £1,589/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Suffolk council pays
- £1,064/wk
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Care homes in Framlingham (2)
0 in Framlingham, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
Top-rated in Framlingham
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 0.2 miDistance from the town centre: 2.6 miCQC Good
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Framlingham in numbers
The average residential care home in Framlingham costs about £1,589/week, while Suffolk’s published usual rate is around £1,064/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £525/week (about £27,300/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 Suffolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,589 |
| Suffolk usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,064 |
| Largest | Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home (67 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Foxearth Lodge Nursing Home (March 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, East Suffolk (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £278,376 |
Outstanding1
Good1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across East Suffolk. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Suffolk'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 September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in East Suffolk
The average house price in East Suffolk is £278,376, 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
- £278,376
- Detached
- £405,565
- Semi-detached
- £265,776
- Terraced
- £205,795
- Flats & maisonettes
- £140,660
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 Framlingham
Framlingham is a small, historic market town in Suffolk with a notably older population — nearly a quarter are over 65, well above the national average. It offers a quieter pace of life with local parks and community spaces, though care provision and services are modest.
- 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 86% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Flood risk!
Flood warning area nearby — 3 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Deben.
13 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime5
- Other crime3
- Anti-social behaviour2
- Other theft1
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; flood: Environment Agency.
Community & connection in Framlingham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Hour Community
Hour Community provides community transport, a dementia friendly lunch club, a drop in mental health cafe, and a befriending service
0.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1167837)
Charity
Framlingham Tennis Tournament
For over 100 years the FTT have planned, managed and operated the second oldest annual tennis tournament in the UK, sanctioned by the LTA. It is open to all UK tennis players and organised with…
5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176689)
Charity
Ipswich17 Good Neighbour Scheme
To provide relief to those people who are in need by reason of their age, ill health, disability, social isolation or financial hardship, by means of practical services, information and advice and…
6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1188755)
Charity
The Debenham Project (Dementia - Caring for the Carers)
No change
6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133501)
Is Framlingham a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Framlingham
Framlingham suits people seeking a village-scale retirement in a well-established older community, who value history and green space over convenience or a wide choice of care homes. The town is small, so those needing frequent medical attention or extensive social activity may find it limiting. A car or family support nearby is useful here.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to confirm GP coverage and distance to hospital emergency care when exploring specific homes; nearby larger towns such as Woodbridge offer broader NHS services.
- Safety: Recorded crime is low in scale (13 offences recorded in the latest reporting period), though violent crime and antisocial behaviour featured among reports.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family or a support network can be — Framlingham's quiet setting suits those with local ties, but isolation is a risk if visits are difficult.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care fees in the area are not included in the data; check with individual homes and compare to the national average to judge affordability for your budget.
- Transport: Framlingham has limited bus links; a car is helpful unless you live within walking distance of the town centre. Nearby rail access via Woodbridge connects to larger regional towns.
- Housing options: Care provision is modest — a small number of care homes are available, so choice is limited and early enquiry is wise.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Three parks and two allotments offer outdoor space; walking and gardening are realistic pursuits. The 12 restaurants, cafes and 3 pubs provide modest social eating options.
- Community: A small town setting means fewer formal clubs and groups than larger centres; memory cafés and support networks depend on individual home provision and nearby church or village initiatives.
- Climate: Suffolk experiences typical eastern English weather — drier than western regions, cooler and windier in winter.
Things to weigh up
- Small choice of homes: Only a handful of care homes operate in Framlingham, so you may have limited options and should explore early.
- Car dependency: Without a car or accessible public transport, daily life and outings can feel restricted — especially important if mobility is already a concern.
- Distance to specialist services: Larger hospitals and therapies are in nearby towns; if frequent hospital visits or specialist care become necessary, travel may be inconvenient.
Questions about care homes in Framlingham
How many care homes are there in Framlingham?
There are 2 care homes listed in and around Framlingham 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 Framlingham cost?
Care homes in Framlingham range from around £1,589 per week, with averages of £1,589 for residential, £1,589 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Framlingham compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Framlingham is about £1,589 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Framlingham are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
2 of the 2 care homes in and around Framlingham are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Framlingham?
Homes in and around Framlingham offer dementia (2), residential (2), nursing (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
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- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.