Care Homes for Older People in Ipswich

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Avg. Review Score 9.4
Total 2,443 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,433 per week

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Silver Birch Care Home

3 Europa Way, Ipswich IP1 5DL

1.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.959 Reviews

16 1

"During my stay at Silver Birch for rest recovery and nursing care after my operation the staff were friendly helpful and efficient..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,700 / weekSize 75 rooms

Group/Owner Alysia Caring Group

Silver Birch Care Home provides residential, dementia, respite and nursing care in a luxurious and beautiful setting. Staff are hand picked and fully trained to provide care with empathy and respect.... Read more

Older Person Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Henley House

333 Henley Road, Ipswich IP1 6TB

2 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.958 Reviews

14 1

"Mum moved into Henley House a couple of months ago. So far the care she has received has been excellent...."Read all 58 reviews

from £1,849 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Greensleeves Care

Henley House is a leading not-for-profit care home in Ipswich, featuring modern facilities and 66 well-appointed bedrooms. The home offers award-winning residential, dementia and respite care in the heart... Read more

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Orwell Care Home

Vicarage Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich IP9 2AE

2.8 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.926 Reviews

13 1

"Mum has been with the Orwell since February this year. It is a fantastic care home with wonderful caring staff. Mum said the other day..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 38 rooms

Group/Owner Suffolk Serenity Living Ltd

A warm, modern, care home in the heart of Wherstead Suffolk The Orwell Care Home, located on Vicarage Lane in Wherstead, Ipswich, is a thoughtfully designed residential home offering high-quality care... Read more

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Asterbury Place

76 Aster Road, Ipswich IP2 0NR

1.5 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.969 Reviews

16 3

"My father was in Asterbury Place for nearly 12 months before passing. The team on his section, in particular Nikki made a real difference..."Read all 69 reviews

from £1,818 / weekSize 80 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Asterbury Place in Ipswich is an ‘Outstanding’-rated care home (April 2019) dedicated to delivering the best care while ensuring residents get the most out of each day. The skilled team provides residential,... Read more

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Prince George House

102 Mansbrook Boulevard, Ipswich IP3 9GY

2.9 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.9107 Reviews

30 3

"The staff are absolutely amazing! Everyone is professional, friendly, caring, and always present you with a welcoming greeting and a lovely..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,809 / weekSize 80 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Prince George House is a modern, purpose-built care home in Ipswich that provides personalised respite, residential, nursing and dementia care for older people. The dedicated team gets to know each resident... Read more

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Park View Care Home

1 Chantry Close, Ipswich IP2 0QR

1.4 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.9197 Reviews

32 1

"Although my holiday was postponed my father decided he still wanted to stay on respite. From the moment he arrived to the moment he left I..."Read all 197 reviews

from £1,645 / weekSize 69 rooms

Group/Owner First Care Homes Group

Park View, part of First Care Homes is an attractive modern, purpose-built care home, providing residential, nursing and dementia care for up to 61 elderly people. Close to local transport and amenities,... Read more

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St Marys

Woodlands Road, Holbrook, Ipswich IP9 2PS

4.5 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.8159 Reviews

7 2

"My mother is very well looked after here 24 hours aday. She has been poorly but we know she is getting the best care. The whole family are..."Read all 159 reviews

from £1,420 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

St Mary's, in Ipswich, supports up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle with high-quality residential care, and also offers dementia care. It is located in an idyllic peninsula setting in... Read more

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Uvedale Hall

Coddenham Road, Needham Market, Ipswich IP6 8AX

7.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.8100 Reviews

18 1

"Uvedale Hall is a small residential home. It doesn't feel clinical, just homely and very friendly whilst delivering efficient, personal..."Read all 100 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 29 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Uvedale Hall, nestled in the Suffolk town of Needham Market, offers a warm and caring home for up to 29 residents needing residential, respite or palliative care. Surrounded by a friendly community and... Read more

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Norwood

14 Park Road, Ipswich IP1 3ST

0.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.8116 Reviews

15 3

"Our first impression of coming to Norwood was that it was like walking into a hug. It exuded warmth and friendliness to both our mother and..."Read all 116 reviews

from £1,296 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner MHA

MHA Norwood has been a welcoming home for older people since 1979, offering residential and dementia care for 45 residents in a warm, community-focused environment. Housed in the historic old bishop’s... Read more

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Hazeldell

Elton Park, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich IP2 0DG

1.5 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.880 Reviews

18 1

"My father is very happy at Hazeldell. He has struggled with getting older and losing some mental and physical ability. The staff at..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Hazeldell is situated off a private road on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home is on one and a half acres of land and offers residents spacious accommodation. At Hazeldell staff aim to assist each... Read more

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Barchester Alice Grange Care Home

St Isidores, Ropes Drive, Kesgrave, Ipswich IP5 2GA

4.2 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.7195 Reviews

30 1

"Dad moved to Alice Grange reluctantly at Easter. We have been so pleased with the love care and dignity that has been granted to him. He..."Read all 195 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 87 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Alice Grange is a purpose-built residential care home in Ipswich, specialising in 24-hour care for older people including residential care, dementia care and nursing care. Having undergone extensive refurbishment... Read more

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Hallmark Bucklesham Grange

141 Bucklesham Road, Purdis Farm, Ipswich IP3 8UB

3 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.796 Reviews

"My Dad recently moved in, and the staff were so welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble, his room is bright, clean and has a patio door..."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,800 / weekSize 57 rooms

Group/Owner Hallmark Luxury Care Homes

Surrounded by serene countryside, Hallmark Bucklesham Grange offers an environment where residents can truly thrive. Their bighearted approach celebrates every moment, big and small. Acknowledging the... Read more

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Avocet Court Care Home

Monmouth Close, Ipswich IP2 8RS

1.5 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.7199 Reviews

"A wonderful pleasant care home such beautiful surroundings , extra friendly staff ,spotlessly clean in all areas and good substantial home..."Read all 199 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 153 rooms

Group/Owner Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd

Avocet Court is a modern care home in Ipswich, Suffolk, providing high-quality Residential Care, Dementia Care, Nursing Care, and short-term Respite Care in a welcoming and professionally supported environment. Designed... Read more

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Barking Hall Nursing Home

Barking Road, Barking, Next Needham Market, Ipswich IP6 8HJ

7.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.794 Reviews

17 1

"My Dad was a resident here for 6 months and passed away May 2026. The staff are second to none - polite, friendly and professional. Nothing..."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 49 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Barking Hall is a welcoming care home set in beautiful countryside on the edge of the hamlet of Barking, close to Needham Market in Suffolk. The home provides compassionate, person-centred residential,... Read more

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Hadleigh Nursing Home

1 Friars Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6DF

8.9 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.761 Reviews

"My father has been a resident at this care home for nearly two years. Sadly, he has Alzheimer's disease, and before finding this home we..."Read all 61 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 54 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Hadleigh nursing care home is a charming 19th-century property set in landscaped gardens with excellent views across rolling Suffolk countryside. The beautiful home, situated on the edge of the historic... Read more

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Spring Lodge Nursing Home

Main Road, Woolverstone, Ipswich IP9 1AX

4.1 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.681 Reviews

"My dad Clifford from day one was made so welcome, we as a family are so happy dad is living at Spring Lodge, you can see how the staff..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,248 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Nestled in the serene village of Woolverstone, lies Spring Lodge Nursing Home- a beautiful retirement home near Ipswich, where the focus is on feelings. Residents can enjoy a sense of freedom in their... Read more

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Shaftesbury House Residential Care Home

5 Cowper Street, Ipswich IP4 5JD

1.4 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.646 Reviews

15 1

"We visited a number of care homes for my Dad and Auntie, Shaftesbury House was the best, and it has proven to be a good choice. The staff..."Read all 46 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 27 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

Shortlisted as a finalist for the Caring UK Awards 2023, in the South Care Home of the Year category, Shaftesbury House is a very special home. Many of the team are long serving, the home manager has... Read more

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Canterbury House

Gallows Hill, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6JQ

8.9 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.464 Reviews

12 2

"Canterbury House is a Lovely place with high standards of care, and very friendly staff who really care about the residents. There's..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,535 / weekSize 61 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Canterbury House in Hadleigh is a purpose-built care home, providing quality care within a comfortable and relaxing environment. It continues to welcome new residents for residential and residential dementia... Read more

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Magdalen House Care Home

Magdalen Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 5AD

8.5 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.147 Reviews

"I just wanted to say how amazing the management and staff are at Magdalen House. It was my son's 50th birthday and they went above and..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Allegra Care

Magdalen House Care Home opened in 2012 and is located in Hadleigh, Ipswich. The home provides residents with independent living with access fully furnished rooms and a small kitchenette. Magdalen... Read more

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Handford House

27a Cumberland Street, Ipswich IP1 3PA

0.6 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.090 Reviews

12 1

"My dad moved from another care home to Handford house, its the best thing that has ever happened to him,, the staff, management are..."Read all 90 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 52 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Handford House is a welcoming care home in Ipswich, providing residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care. The home also provides care for under-65s and younger adults with disabilities. The... Read more

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Baylham Care Home

Upper Street, Baylham, Ipswich IP6 8JR

5.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.079 Reviews

17 1

"I would like to say a big thank you to all staff on how you looked after MJA .I could find no fault with anyone,. In the last hours of MJA..."Read all 79 reviews

from £1,395 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Kinly Care

Welcome to Baylham Care Home, where expert-led nursing care is provided in a compassionate and supportive environment. Surrounded by countryside in the peaceful village of Baylham, the home offers specialised... Read more

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Waterfield House

Grays Close, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6AG

7.9 miles from centre of Ipswich

8.964 Reviews

13 1

"My mother was treated with dignity and respect from the moment she was welcomed into Waterfield House. The manager and her team were very..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 76 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Waterfield House is a modern, well-established care home situated in the market town of Hadleigh. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, the bright and spacious residence offers professional care for a range... Read more

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Bethesda Eventide Homes

59a Henley Road, Ipswich IP1 3SN

0.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.835 Reviews

"I would just like to thank all the staff at Bethesda Eventide for the care they give to my dad. Every staff member is so caring, patient,..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,465 / weekSize 27 rooms

Bethesda Eventide Homes offer high-quality residential care and day care in a friendly Christian environment for up to 27 residents, including those living with early stages of dementia. Respite may... Read more

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Thurleston Residential Home

Whitton Park, Thurleston Lane, Ipswich IP1 6TJ

2.3 miles from centre of Ipswich

8.729 Reviews

"The staff were amazing + new + out of their way to help. They were all so friendly + approachable. The home was very clean. Dad was looked..."Read all 29 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 37 rooms

Group/Owner Minton Care Hotels Ltd

Thurleston Residential Home is a purpose-built care home in Whitton, north Ipswich, set within a peaceful private park. The single-level home is registered to support up to 37 residents and provides permanent... Read more

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Westerfield House Care Ltd

Westerfield House, Humber Doucy Lane, Ipswich IP4 3QG

2 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.671 Reviews

"All staff have been kind and helpful to us as a family at all times. We feel our loved one is safe and well cared for. They do their very..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 37 rooms

Westerfield House offers luxury living in a beautiful Grade II listed mansion, situated on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home provides a range of flexible and tailored care packages designed to individual... Read more

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Barham Care Home

Church Lane, Barham, Ipswich IP6 0PS

4.2 miles from centre of Ipswich

8.650 Reviews

"My wife has been at Barham for nearly six years. For me in the whole of that time there is no equal to Barham. It is such a very special..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,485 / weekSize 44 rooms

Group/Owner Kinly Care

Barham Care Home offers outstanding, personalised care with a comprehensive range of onsite services to meet every individual’s needs. The team provide residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care,... Read more

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Witnesham Nursing Home

The Street, Witnesham, Ipswich IP6 9HG

3.7 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.426 Reviews

12 1

"My Sister is extremely well cared for by all the very hardworking Staff. She is very happy to be in the home & has a good relationship with..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 30 rooms

Witnesham Nursing Home is a nursing care home located in Witnesham, Ipswich, and is registered with the Care Quality Commission for older people who are physically frail or have various conditions. The... Read more

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Chrissian Residential Home

526/528 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich IP4 4PN

1.4 miles from centre of Ipswich

9.351 Reviews

"My mum has been in Chrissian Care Home for 6 months. She is do happy and well looked after. She has been a little pickle at times (due to..."Read all 51 reviews

from £985 / weekSize 22 rooms

Chrissian House was established in 1974 and is registered to care for 22 elderly residents. The name was formed from the previous owners two sons ‘Chris and Ian’. Converted from two detached houses, it... Read more

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Oakwood House

Stollery Close, Grange Farm, Kesgrave, Ipswich IP5 2GD

3.6 miles from centre of Ipswich

8.228 Reviews

"My husband has been in Oakwood House for 2 years with dementia and his care there has been excellent Staff always pleasent its like my..."Read all 28 reviews

Size 25 rooms

Group/Owner Cathena Healthcare Ltd

Oakwood House is a nursing home that offers complex care specialising in mental health. Whether it’s reducing anxiety or pro-actively managing pain, knowing every resident individually lets staff... Read more

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Sidegate Lane Care Home

248 Sidegate Lane, Ipswich IP4 3DH

1.6 miles from centre of Ipswich

8.22 Reviews

"My Dear Dad was only a resident for a short time but in the 3 months he was there the care respect and dignity he received was absolutely..."Read all 2 reviews

from £1,755 / weekSize 24 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Supported Living

Willow Park is a beautifully designed nursery in Mickleover, providing care for children from birth to five years. Light-filled rooms, soft tones, natural materials, and high-quality wooden resources... Read more

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ipswich Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in and around Ipswich

Average older person care home costs in and around Ipswich by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 32 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Ipswich.

Type of Care Provided	Ipswich	Suffolk	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,433	£1,397	£1,312	£1,317
Residential Dementia Care	£1,500	£1,453	£1,346	£1,351
Nursing Care	£1,604	£1,552	£1,580	£1,565
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,568	£1,538	£1,600	£1,591
All Care Types	£1,433	£1,397	£1,323	£1,331

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Ipswich Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 32 care homes with fees listed.

£1,433 per week

2.6% above Suffolk average
9.2% above England average
8.8% above UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 24 care homes with fees listed.

£1,500 per week

3.2% above Suffolk average
11.4% above England average
11.0% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 11 care homes with fees listed.

£1,604 per week

3.4% above Suffolk average
1.5% above England average
2.5% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 9 care homes with fees listed.

£1,568 per week

2.0% above Suffolk average
2.0% below England average
1.5% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Ipswich?

There are 36 Older Person Care Homes in Ipswich, including 15 Nursing Homes & 21 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Ipswich have the highest Review Score?

Silver Birch Care Home, Henley House & Orwell Care Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Ipswich.

Which older person care homes in Ipswich offer Nursing Care?

Silver Birch Care Home, Asterbury Place & Prince George House are some of the 14 Nursing Homes in Ipswich.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Ipswich?

There are 32 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Ipswich including Silver Birch Care Home, Henley House & Orwell Care Home.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Ipswich?

Respite Care is offered by 34 elderly care homes in Ipswich including Silver Birch Care Home, Henley House & Orwell Care Home.

How many older person care homes listings in Ipswich have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 35 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in Ipswich have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 5 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.