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Care homes in Carlisle

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There are 18 care homes in and around Carlisle on AskBart. 82% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,227 a week, while Cumberland usually pays £990. The largest is Eden Manor Care Home, with 80 beds.

care homes
18
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
82%
typical residential fee
£1,227/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Cumberland council pays
£990/wk

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Carlisle

Care homes in Carlisle (18)

★ With family reviews

All within 10 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Applegarth Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2026On request530.4 mi—1.4 mi
Burnrigg CourtGood · Oct 2021On request591.1 mi—1.5 mi
Carlisle Dementia Centre - ParkfieldGood · Feb 2025On request442.1 mi—1.1 mi
Creative Support - The Laurels (Cumbria)Good · Apr 2020On request290.8 mi—0.8 mi
Croftfield Residential Care HomeGood · Jan 2020On request226.5 mi—5.6 mi
Eden Manor Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,200800.9 mi—1.3 mi
Eskdale HouseGood · Nov 2025On request217.8 mi—8.2 mi
Holmehurst Residential HomeGood · Oct 2020On request210.8 mi—0.8 mi
InglewoodGood · Dec 2022On request260.8 mi—0.9 mi
Kingston Court Care HomeGood · Sept 2025On request800.1 mi—1.0 mi
Knells Country HouseGood · Jun 2023On request243.2 mi—3.1 mi
Lanercost House - Carlyle SuiteGood · Jun 2026On request150.6 mi—1.5 mi
Lanercost House Care HomeGood£1,395150.5 mi—1.4 mi
Morton Cottage Residential HomeRequires improvement · Nov 2025On request321.1 mi—1.6 mi
Pennine Lodge Care HomeGood£1,253702.4 mi—1.4 mi
Ravenstone Care and Rehabilitation HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2026On request141.5 mi—0.6 mi
Riverwell Beck Care HomeGood · May 2022On request602.1 mi—1.6 mi
Rosehill Residential HomeGood · Dec 2019On request403.0 mi—2.0 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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Carlisle in numbers

82% of Carlisle’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 17 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Carlisle costs about £1,227/week, while Cumberland’s published usual rate is around £990/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £237/week (about £12,324/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 Cumberland council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed18
Rated Good or Outstanding14 of 17 (82%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,227
Cumberland usual weekly rate (2025)£990
LargestEden Manor Care Home (80 beds)
Most recently inspectedApplegarth Nursing Home (January 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 6 · Respite 4
Average house price, Cumberland (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£172,036
Good14
Requires improvement3
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Carlisle£1,227/wk
  • Nursing, Carlisle£1,324/wk
  • Dementia, Carlisle£1,283/wk
  • Cumberland average£1,205/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Cumberland usual rate£990/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Cumberland. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Cumberland'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 Cumberland

The average house price in Cumberland is £172,036, 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
£172,036
Detached
£287,399
Semi-detached
£178,853
Terraced
£141,543
Flats & maisonettes
£94,414

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 Carlisle

Carlisle is a bustling market town in the North West with solid everyday services, plenty of green space and a reasonable choice of care homes. It suits people who want access to rural walks and community life without moving to a remote area, and who value good transport links to nearby cities.

  • Green Surroundings
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • 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).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 17% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

516 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime196
  • Shoplifting65
  • Public order63
  • Criminal damage & arson49
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 Carlisle

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age UK North Cumbria

Promoting the wellbeing of people over the age of 50 to help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1128565)
Charity

Cumbria Community Transport

To provide a community transport service for the inhabitants of Cumberland, Westmorland and Furness who are in need of such service because of youth,age, sickness, disability, poverty or lack of…

1.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1202350)
Charity

Age UK West Cumbria

To improve the lives of older people in Allerdale and Copeland.

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122049)

Carlisle: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

Pharmacies within 1 mile
9
Nearest: Boots (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
20
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 33 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Carlisle

  • Eden Valley Hospice · 1.5 milesCQC Good (report published July 2016). CQC page
  • Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland · 4 milesCQC Good (report published July 2018). CQC page

Hospitals near Carlisle

Sources: NHS organisation data (ODS); English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Carlisle a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Carlisle

Carlisle offers a balanced retirement option for those seeking a smaller-town feel with genuine urban amenities. The town has 5 care homes ranging from 15 to 80 beds, with most rated good by the Care Quality Commission, though choice is modest. It suits people comfortable in a town environment who value walking access to parks and pubs, have family ties in the North West, or who want easier travel to Scotland or Manchester than isolated rural areas offer.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Several GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town, with access to Cumberland Infirmary for emergency and specialist care within the town boundary.
  • Safety: Carlisle recorded 516 offences in 2026–04, with violent crime, shoplifting and public order being the most common categories — rates to factor into your personal sense of safety.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support networks are: Carlisle sits on main transport routes to Scotland and Manchester, but distance to family elsewhere matters for regular visits and care support.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in Carlisle sit broadly in line with national averages for the North West — worth comparing individual homes, as fees vary by size and services offered.
  • Transport: Good rail and bus links connect Carlisle to nearby cities including Glasgow, Edinburgh and Manchester; the town centre is walkable, though some outlying areas are car-dependent.
  • Housing options: 5 care homes are listed locally, ranging from smaller houses (15 beds) to larger schemes (80 beds), with a mix of CQC ratings — modest choice, so early enquiry is wise.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Carlisle has 53 parks and 35 allotments, offering ample opportunity for walks and outdoor pursuits; 72 restaurants and cafés and 46 pubs provide social gathering spots.
  • Community: The town supports a range of social and eating venues, and supermarkets (7) make everyday shopping straightforward.
  • Climate: North West England experiences cool, damp weather with frequent rain — typical for the region — so all-weather activities and indoor social groups are valuable.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only 5 homes are listed locally, with 2 not yet inspected and 1 rated as requiring improvement — earlier planning and viewing visits are important.
  • Crime profile: Violent crime and public order offences are recorded at notable levels in the town; weigh your personal comfort against Carlisle's other advantages.
  • Transport dependence: While rail links are strong, the town itself can be car-dependent for some areas, so consider your mobility and driving plans as you age.

Questions about care homes in Carlisle

How many care homes are there in Carlisle?

There are 18 care homes listed in and around Carlisle 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 Carlisle cost?

Care homes in Carlisle range from around £1,200 to around £1,395 per week, with averages of £1,227 for residential, £1,283 for dementia, £1,324 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Carlisle compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Carlisle is about £1,227 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Carlisle are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

14 of the 18 care homes in and around Carlisle 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 Carlisle?

Homes in and around Carlisle offer dementia (6), nursing (4), respite (4), residential (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Carlisle?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Carlisle:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Carlisle

Near Carlisle

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

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