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Nestled in the heart of the historic cathedral city of York, Amarna House is a beacon of comfort and care. It's a stone's throw away from the breathtaking North York Moors and the picturesque…
from £995/wk
Care homes in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire is a large, largely rural county with a well-above-average older population, making it a well-established choice for later-life living. It offers a wide range of care homes, from smaller settings to larger purpose-built sites, spread across its towns and villages.
24 properties
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VerifiedNestled in the charming locale of Starbeck, between the picturesque towns of Harrogate and Knaresborough, you'll find Belmont House. This warm and inviting care home, part of the esteemed Maria…
from £1152/wk
VerifiedSituated in the heart of a warm and welcoming community in North Yorkshire, Boroughbridge Manor is a charming care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, and respite care for the elderly.…
from £1372/wk
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Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Bishopthorpe, Chocolate Works is a unique, award-winning care village that offers a blend of expert care and luxury living. Our dedicated team at…
from £1475/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Middlesbrough, Dalby Court Residential Care Home is a warm and welcoming sanctuary, staffed by a devoted team, some of whom have been part of the family for over twenty years.…
from £935/wk
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Eagle View is an Amicura care home in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, offering residential and dementia care across 40 bedrooms in a welcoming setting.
from £1050/wk
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Nestled in the charming town of Harrogate, in the heart of North Yorkshire, you'll find Granby Rose, a specialist care home renowned for its exceptional dementia and respite care services. This…
from £1647/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the historic spa town of Harrogate, Harcourt Gardens is a truly exceptional care home that offers a comprehensive range of services including residential, dementia, nursing,…
from £1530/wk
VerifiedTucked away between the scenic North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, you'll find the welcoming Leeming Bar Grange in Northallerton. This care home, part of the esteemed Barchester…
from £1207/wk
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Nestled on the fringes of the breathtaking city of York, Meadowbeck is a warm and inviting care home that offers specialised residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for the elderly. This…
from £1570/wk
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Nestled within the beautifully refurbished confines of a former Maternity hospital in the picturesque town of Northallerton, Mount Vale is a majestic care home that offers top-notch residential,…
from £1372/wk
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Nestled in the scenic city of York, in the charming area of Clifton, you'll find Mulberry Court - a purposefully designed care home that offers top-notch 24-hour nursing and residential care. Whether…
from £1624/wk
VerifiedNestled near Middlesbrough, in the heart of North Yorkshire, Nunthorpe Oaks Care Home invites residents into a freshly renovated and elegantly redesigned environment. Providing both residential care…
from £1033/wk
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Nestled in the serene village of Kirk Hammerton in North Yorkshire, you'll find Oaklands, a care home that offers a comprehensive range of services including residential, nursing, dementia,…
from £1030/wk
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Nestled in the historic village of Fulford, with stunning vistas of the North Yorkshire countryside, Ouse View is a remarkable care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, and respite care…
from £1298/wk
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Nestled in the quaint town of Norton, just a stone's throw away from the charming market town of North Yorkshire and Malton, you'll find Rivermead, a warm and inviting care home. This esteemed…
from £1494/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the historic village of Catterick, Rosedale Care and Nursing Home is a delightful haven offering a range of care services. These include residential care, nursing care,…
from £934/wk
VerifiedNestled in the charming town of Scarborough, Scarborough Hall is a contemporary, spacious care home renowned for its exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care for the elderly. This esteemed…
from £1043/wk
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Nestled in the picturesque village of Wheldrake in Yorkshire, Somerset House Care and Nursing Home is a beacon of exceptional residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care for the elderly. As a…
from £1200/wk
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Nestled within the grandeur of a beautifully renovated hotel in Harrogate, Southland care home presents a blend of residential and nursing care, along with dedicated support for individuals living…
from £1200/wk
Is North Yorkshire a good retirement location?
North Yorkshire suits those wanting a settled, rural or small-town retirement with a strong existing older community — 26% of residents are aged 65+, well above the 18.6% national average. With 24 care homes on record and mostly good CQC ratings, it offers reasonable choice, though as a large county, access and options vary a lot by exact location.
Health & support
- Medical access: Specific GP, pharmacy and hospital distances vary by town within the county, so it's worth checking provision near the exact address being considered.
- Safety: Recorded crime data shows very low offence counts locally, with anti-social behaviour the most commonly recorded issue.
- Family & connection: As North Yorkshire covers a wide, largely rural area, it's worth weighing how far family and existing support networks are from any specific home.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Specific weekly fee figures aren't available for this area, so it's worth requesting current rates directly from shortlisted homes.
- Transport: Given the county's rural character, many areas are more car-dependent, with local bus and rail links varying significantly by town.
- Housing options: There are 24 care homes listed, ranging from around 25 to 107 beds, giving a reasonable spread of smaller and larger settings to choose from.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Everyday amenities recorded nearby include pubs, bars and play spaces, alongside the county's well-known open countryside and market towns.
- Community: The higher-than-average over-65 population suggests an established base of older residents and likely local social and community activity.
- Climate: As part of Yorkshire and the Humber, the area has a typical northern English climate, with cooler winters and moderate summers.
Things to weigh up
- Ratings spread: Of the 24 care homes, 23 are rated good and 1 requires improvement, so it's worth checking the individual rating of any home under consideration.
- Rural spread: The county is large and rural, meaning amenities, transport and medical access can differ substantially between towns.