Care Homes for Older People in and around Leighton Buzzard

Q: Older Person Care Home costs in and around Leighton-Buzzard

Average starting prices for self-funders in Leighton-Buzzard Care Homes by care type. Average cost of Residential Care from 22 care homes with fees listed: £1,379 per week (4.0% above Bedfordshire average, 5.1% above England average, 4.6% above UK average). Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 20 care homes with fees listed: £1,415 per week (4.5% above Bedfordshire average, 5.0% above England average, 4.6% above UK average). Average cost of Nursing Care from 8 care homes with fees listed: £1,525 per week (1.9% below Bedfordshire average, 3.5% below England average, 2.8% below UK average). Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 7 care homes with fees listed: £1,481 per week (3.2% below Bedfordshire average, 8.1% below England average, 7.8% below UK average).

Q: How many older person care homes are there in Leighton-Buzzard?

There are 9 Older Person Care Homes in Leighton-Buzzard, including 5 Nursing Homes & 4 Residential Care Homes.

Q: Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Leighton-Buzzard?

Respite Care is offered by 9 elderly care homes in Leighton-Buzzard including Leighton Forest, Orchard Lodge Care Home (Nursing) & The Knolls Care Centre.

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Devon Lodge Residential Home

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Marigold House

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Avg. Review Score 9.6
Total 1,570 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,379 per week

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Excelcare Waterhall Care Home

Fern Grove, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 3QH

5.1 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.982 Reviews

14 1

"Every month. My dear friend Pam is a resident at the care home Pam is very well cared for and the staff make me feel very welcome..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 57 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Water Hall Care Centre is an attractive modern building, which opened in 2008 and provides the highest standards of dementia and nursing care and accommodation. Water Hall was the first home in Milton... Read more

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Excelcare Dovecote Manor

Whalley Drive, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 6EN

6.6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.974 Reviews

12 1

"My Brother In Law has been staying at the care home since the start of this year. Whenever I see him he is always full of life and very..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 44 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Dovecote Manor is a residential care centre for older people situated in the town of Bletchley, close to the home of the historical Code Breakers, Bletchley Park. The home is close to the main line station... Read more

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Thorn Springs

Collie Place, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 6TW

5.3 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.973 Reviews

"My father was at Thorn Springs for nearly 3 years. He was 100 when he passed. We couldn't have wished for a better Care Home. Managemen..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,668 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Thorn Springs offers 24-hour, all-inclusive residential and dementia care in surroundings which create a great place to live.... Read more

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Caddington Grove Care Home

175 London Road, Dunstable LU6 3DX

7.2 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.9107 Reviews

24 1

"Mum has been under the excellent care of the Caddington Grove team for 3 weeks. The family have been grateful for their warm, friendly..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,625 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Hamberley Care Homes

Caddington Grove in Dunstable offers a warm, friendly, and homely environment where residents can lead fulfilling lives as part of a welcoming community. Caddington Grove features spacious, stylish... Read more

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Leighton Forest

Plantation Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3HU

1.1 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.833 Reviews

"Mum lived independently & never wanted to be in a home. Sadly, after her fourth stroke left her paralysed down her right-hand side, doubly..."Read all 33 reviews

from £1,270 / weekSize 85 rooms

Group/Owner Pressbeau Ltd

At Leighton Forest, the home blends experienced care with real heart. Whether someone joins Leighton Forest for a short stay or to make this a long-term home, the team are happy to help all feel safe,... Read more

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Orchard Lodge Care Home (Nursing)

Stanbridge Road, Tilsworth, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9PN

3.3 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.837 Reviews

"I believe that the care given to my sister and to her visitors was exceptionally good. We always felt welcomed and they always made sure..."Read all 37 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 28 rooms

Group/Owner M R Patel

Orchard Lodge is a nursing care home in Leighton Buzzard, providing accommodation for people who require nursing or personal care, diagnostic and screening, and the treatment of disease, disorder or injury.... Read more

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Devon Lodge Residential Home

18 Theydon Avenue, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes MK17 8PL

6.6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.741 Reviews

17 1

"I visit my Brother in-law on a regular basis & all the staff at Devon lodge go out of their way to make residents happy & comfortable. The..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,750 / weekSize 26 rooms

Group/Owner Safequarter Private Care Homes

Devon Lodge Residential Home combines specialist care with security and companionship, looking to enable each resident to enjoy a satisfying and relaxing lifestyle, at the same time as receiving the highest... Read more

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Lakeview Lodge Care Home

Elba Gate, Newton Leys, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 5QU

5.1 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.795 Reviews

27 1

"My experience has been a very positive one I came to the care home due to having a broken ankle and unable to reside at my flat the carers..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Country Court

Lakeview Lodge Care Home provides luxury residential and dementia care and support. Situated on the edge of the Newton Leys, overlooking the beautiful Little Willow Lake in the heart of rural Buckinghamshire... Read more

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Bletchley House

Beaverbrook Court, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 7JS

6.8 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.6106 Reviews

16 1

"Great care home with good quality care staff & manager always on hand to support with any questions...."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 44 rooms

Group/Owner Gold Care Homes

Bletchley House Care Home provides a beautiful environment for residents to live well, including spacious and well appointed bedrooms, some with ensuite wet rooms and access to spacious lounges and dining... Read more

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Kents Hill Care Home

50 Tunbridge Grove, Kents Hill, Milton Keynes MK7 6JD

8 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.662 Reviews

"This is the second care home My dad has been to. He came here on 22/6/26. The care he has recieved has been excellent. The staff are lovely..."Read all 62 reviews

Size 75 rooms

Kents Hill is an established purpose-built care home offering elderly residential, nursing and dementia care. A professional team has furnished the Home to an exceptionally high standard, providing elegance... Read more

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The Knolls Care Centre

Plantation Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3JE

1.3 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.653 Reviews

"Sarah is being taken very good care of. the staff are amazing & very caring. we feel very happy that she's here...."Read all 53 reviews

from £1,270 / weekSize 56 rooms

Group/Owner Talea Care Homes

The Knolls is set in secluded and attractive grounds, with plenty of room to stroll or sit and enjoy the peaceful and charming surroundings, located to the north side of Leighton Buzzard. Inside, the... Read more

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Rosalyn House

King Street, Dunstable LU5 5TT

6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.666 Reviews

"I'm a son of a resident that's been in Rosalyn house since July 2025, my initial intake was that I know my dad will settle in and be very..."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,394 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Pressbeau Ltd

Rosalyn House is a purpose-built care home which cares for the elderly in Houghton Regis. It was acquired by Pressbeau in 2019 who has built a series of highly accredited and reputable care homes based... Read more

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Caton House Residential and Nursing Home

37 Epsom Grove, Chepstow Drive, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 5NR

6.7 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.595 Reviews

12 1

"I have been using Caton day centre since Feb 2026 to care for my wife who suffers from late onset Alzheimer's. In April she also spent 2..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,581 / weekSize 62 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

At Caton House the team, many of whom have been with the home for over a decade, are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents. They provide an exceptionally high standard of care and create... Read more

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Dukeminster Court

Dukeminster Road, Dunstable LU5 4FF

6.6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.551 Reviews

20 1

"The staff are always approachable and helpful. My Father is well cared for at the Dukeminster. Staff are polite and listen to conc..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,260 / weekSize 75 rooms

Group/Owner Quantum Care Ltd

Dukeminster Court Care Home in Dunstable is conveniently located next to the Dunstable Busway and is a short walk away from a large retail park. The home offers residential care, specialist dementia care,... Read more

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Leighton Rose Care Home

Hockliffe Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9NX

1.1 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.570 Reviews

22 1

"My husband was at Leighton Rose for 10 weeks recovering from an illness. He was very well cared for and looked after, and subsequently..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,659 / weekSize 71 rooms

Group/Owner MACC Care Ltd

Leighton Rose Care Home provides personalised residential, dementia, nursing and respite care. Designed as a home for life, it can continue to support residents as their needs change, helping them remain... Read more

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Ridgeway Lodge Care Home

Brandreth Avenue, Dunstable LU5 4RE

7 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.564 Reviews

"I am happy with the care and support I receive. The staff are patient and friendly, and they take the time to listen to me and respond to..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 61 rooms

Nestled in a peaceful residential area of Dunstable, Ridgeway Lodge care home offers personalised residential and dementia care to older people. With sitting rooms, space for residents to pursue their... Read more

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Marigold House

Hockliffe Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3FF

0.2 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.414 Reviews

"Our father was unable to live at home any longer due to vascular dementia and other health issues. The family made the difficult decision..."Read all 14 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 63 rooms

Group/Owner Care is Central Residential Ltd

Marigold House is a purpose-built, high-quality older persons care home located in central Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire. Commissioned by Central Bedfordshire Council and run by Care is Central,... Read more

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Wing View Care Centre

Church Street, Wing, Leighton Buzzard LU7 0NY

3.1 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.09 Reviews

12 1

"My Father In Law was moved to Wing View in October 2025. We called to say we were visiting and were immediately asked if we wanted to book..."Read all 9 reviews

from £1,510 / weekSize 75 rooms

Group/Owner The Orders of St John Care Trust

Wing View Care Centre in Leighton Buzzard is a 75-bed care home offering a welcoming home with quality care. Care from trained, friendly staff includes dementia care and respite care. Activities... Read more

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The Lindens Residential Care Home

Stoke Road, Stoke Hammond MK17 9BN

4.5 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.845 Reviews

32 1

"Beautiful location with gorgeous views dad has been a resident for 3+ years from the cleaning staff, laundry staff catering staff...."Read all 45 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Blissful Care Homes

The Lindens Residential Care Home in Milton Keynes is a supportive, welcoming home. Activities can be tailored to residents' preferences and include arts and crafts, gardening, quizzes, guest speakers... Read more

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Burlington Hall

9 Station Road, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes MK17 8RR

6.6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.897 Reviews

"My mother passed away peacefully at Burlington Hall Care Home, Woburn Sands. I want to review their exemplary care of her throughout the 2..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,700 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Adara Healthcare Ltd

Burlington Hall Care Home, situated in the picturesque village of Woburn Sands, provides professional, person-centred care for up to 70 older residents with a range of physical and mental frailties, including... Read more

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Elm Lodge Residential & Nursing Home

18 Stoke Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard LU7 2SW

0.6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.321 Reviews

17 1

"Mum has come for 2 week respite whilst my sister has a break. I have visited mum several times, and mum has been up in day room with..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,435 / weekSize 64 rooms

Situated in a leafy residential street in Leighton Buzzard, Elm Lodge offers residential and nursing care for up to 64 adults over the age of 64. The home is pleasantly presented, with many rooms... Read more

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Friars Lodge

18 - 20 Priory Road, Dunstable LU5 4HR

6.6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.127 Reviews

"Patricia has been a resident at Friars Lodge from 2019 until last month. Its extraordinary that the support and service provided has been..."Read all 27 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 20 rooms

Group/Owner Janes Care Homes

Friars Lodge, in Dunstable, is part of a family-run care home businesses that specialises in residential care for older people with a physical frailty or a diagnosis of dementia. All care provision... Read more

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The White House

Eggington, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9PQ

2.1 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

8.844 Reviews

"My dad has been a resident at the White House for nearly two years and I honestly cant rate them highly enough. Always welcoming when I..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 28 rooms

Group/Owner Janes Care Homes

The White House is a twenty-eight capacity care home from the Janes Care Home group, located in Eggington, just outside of Leighton Buzzard. Experienced care workers pride themselves on efficient care... Read more

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Hampton Care Woburn Sands

Newport Road, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes MK17 8ZG

7.4 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

Opening Jan 2027

Size 96 rooms

Group/Owner Hampton Healthcare

Hampton Care, Woburn Sands is a purpose-built care home providing residential, nursing, and specialist dementia care in an elegant and welcoming environment. Designed to accommodate up to 96 residents,... Read more

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Knoll House

Studham Lane, Dunstable LU6 2QJ

7.8 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

15 Reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 22 rooms

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Ashton Lodge

Ashton Road, Dunstable LU6 1NP

6 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

17 Reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 54 rooms

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Carrington House

143 Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 3HQ

0.4 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.358 Reviews

Size 60 rooms

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Hulcott Nursing Home

The Old Rectory, Hulcott, Aylesbury HP22 5AX

6.9 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

9.5100 Reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 49 rooms

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Lady Spencer House

52 High Street, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5BJ

5.9 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

13 Reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 24 rooms

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Sharnbrook Care Home Ltd

17a Park Road North, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5LD

6.3 miles from centre of Leighton Buzzard

1 Reviews

from £900 / weekSize 24 rooms

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Frequently Asked Questions about Leighton Buzzard Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in and around Leighton Buzzard

Average older person care home costs in and around Leighton Buzzard 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 8 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Leighton Buzzard.

Type of Care Provided	Leighton Buzzard	Bedfordshire	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,379	£1,326	£1,312	£1,318
Residential Dementia Care	£1,415	£1,354	£1,347	£1,353
Nursing Care	£1,525	£1,554	£1,579	£1,567
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,481	£1,529	£1,601	£1,596
All Care Types	£1,379	£1,335	£1,324	£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 Leighton Buzzard Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 22 care homes with fees listed.

£1,379 per week

4.0% above Bedfordshire average
5.1% above England average
4.6% above UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 20 care homes with fees listed.

£1,415 per week

4.5% above Bedfordshire average
5.0% above England average
4.6% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 8 care homes with fees listed.

£1,525 per week

1.9% below Bedfordshire average
3.5% below England average
2.8% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 7 care homes with fees listed.

£1,481 per week

3.2% below Bedfordshire average
8.1% below England average
7.8% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Leighton Buzzard?

There are 9 Older Person Care Homes in Leighton Buzzard, including 5 Nursing Homes & 4 Residential Care Homes.

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

Leighton Forest, Orchard Lodge Care Home (Nursing) & The Knolls Care Centre are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Leighton Buzzard.

Which older person care homes in Leighton Buzzard offer Nursing Care?

Leighton Forest, Orchard Lodge Care Home (Nursing) & The Knolls Care Centre are some of the 5 Nursing Homes in Leighton Buzzard.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Leighton Buzzard?

There are 9 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Leighton Buzzard including Leighton Forest, Orchard Lodge Care Home (Nursing) & The Knolls Care Centre.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Leighton Buzzard?

Respite Care is offered by 9 elderly care homes in Leighton Buzzard including Leighton Forest, Orchard Lodge Care Home (Nursing) & The Knolls Care Centre.

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

There are 9 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 1 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.