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  • Avg. Review Score 8.8
  • Total 707 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,330 per week
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St Clair House
32 Basset Road, Camborne TR14 8SL
12.1 miles from centre of Penzance
"My brother in law was in your care for just short of 2years. In all of our visits to him we could see how well all of the staff treated and..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 25 rooms

Group/Owner JAMMAC Group

St Clair House is a privately owned residential care home for elderly people over 65. The home offers both residential care and more specialist dementia care services. St Clair also offers day care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Blackwood Residential Care Home
Roskear, Camborne TR14 8BA
12.9 miles from centre of Penzance
"Continually amazed at the care, dedication & love, yes love, shown towards the residents, despite occasional trying times. Hard working +..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,699 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With what is undoubtedly one of the most unique, internal care home gardens in Cornwall, Blackwood has a hidden gem for its residents and their loved ones to enjoy! The home has been designed in a... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Ponsandane Care Home
Chyandour Terrace, Penzance TR18 3LT
0.4 miles from centre of Penzance
"A wonderful welcome from all the staff. Everyone at Ponsandane is so friendly and are always smiling, it really makes such a difference...."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Swallowcourt Ltd

Ponsandane is an elegant Georgian house situated close to the centre of Penzance in west Cornwall, with stunning views across Mount’s Bay towards St Michael’s Mount. Set in its own beautifully landscaped... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Trewartha Residential and Nursing Home
Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2TQ
5.8 miles from centre of Penzance
"My father was taken to Trewartha on palliative care, he was there for a week before he died. The staff treated him and us (my mother,..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,594 / weekSize 37 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

It’s the team at Trewartha, who are devoted to enriching the lives of their residents, that make this home really stand out and give it a warm, family feel. The variety of activities and experiences... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St Martin's Residential and Nursing Home
St Martin's Crescent, Camborne TR14 7HJ
12.1 miles from centre of Penzance
"My mum was a resident. The staff are excellent, caring, thoughtful. Not just for the residents but the family too. Thank you St Martin's..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,639 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents with fantastic care and meaningful activities and experiences, St Martin’s is a vibrant and thriving home with a wonderful reputation... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Frances Bolitho Care Home
The Polwithen Estate, Polwithen Road, Penzance TR18 4JR
0.6 miles from centre of Penzance
"Excellent staff. Some complaint's of soggy veg for Lunch. does not like the night staff very much. That could just be may wife.. I feel..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,575 / weekSize 45 rooms

Group/Owner Cornwallis Care Services Ltd

Frances Bolitho Care Home is part of Cornwallis Care Services. Frances Bolitho is a 45 bedded residential Dementia home, the care home sits within the extensive and beautiful grounds of the Polwithen... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Menwinnion Country House Care Home
Menwinnion Country House, Lamorna Valley, Penzance TR19 6BJ
4.3 miles from centre of Penzance
"My father attends Menwinnion for day care and always enjoys his time there, particularly the lovely food. The carers are kind, attentive..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,325 / weekSize 40 rooms

Menwinnion Country House Care Home is located in scenic grounds and provides a care service based upon a vision for fine retirement, alongside in-depth care expertise ideal for both short and long-term... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Godolphin House Care Home
Godolphin House, 42 Godolphin Road, Helston TR13 8QF
11.9 miles from centre of Penzance
"Mum has received excellent care since moving in. Nothing is too much trouble for any of the care staff. Mum's confidence has increased,..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner AbleCare Partnership

Godolphin House Care Home combines professional care with a service that supports the pursuit of a quality lifestyle. All carers are highly trained and have worked hard to help the service build up... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Trevaylor Manor Care Home
Newmill Road, Gulval, Penzance TR20 8UR
1.2 miles from centre of Penzance
"The home is always welcoming with a greeting from staff or residents. My wife's room is light and airy and is always clean and well..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 72 rooms

Group/Owner Swallowcourt Ltd

Trevaylor Manor is a beautiful Georgian Manor House, situated in a tranquil valley with spectacular views across the tree tops towards the sea and St Michael’s Mount. Set in 13 acres of landscaped gardens... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Poldhu
Poldhu Cove, Mullion, Helston TR12 7JB
13.7 miles from centre of Penzance
"Really beautiful home and location. Staff are so friendly, welcoming and kind. Dad isn't left waiting for help. He's learning to walk again..."Read all 43 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 52 rooms

Group/Owner Swallowcourt Ltd

The Poldhu sits in a spectacular location above Poldhu Cove, with sweeping views over one of Cornwall’s most stunning coastlines, on the Lizard Peninsula in west Cornwall. Set in 10 acres of landscaped... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
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Courtlands Care Home
Rosudgeon, Penzance TR20 9PN
4.8 miles from centre of Penzance
"As an elderly member of Courtlands local community I have seen many friends + neighbours move into Courtlands including some family members..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,544 / weekSize 35 rooms

Courtlands is a place to call home, it offers companionship, warmth, hospitality, and treats you with respect, the home will suit you perfectly. Your needs are put first, providing a caring and loving... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Downes
Foundry Hill, Hayle TR27 4HW
6.5 miles from centre of Penzance
"Full of praise for the compassionate and professional care my father is receiving at The Downes. The team are gentle , knowledgeable and..."Read all 34 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 31 rooms

The Downes Residential Home is a Grade 2 listed historic building situated within seven acres of beautiful grounds comprising of sun terraces, landscaped gardens, woodlands, a kitchen garden and an orchard... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Little Trefewha
Trefewha, Praze-an-Beeble, Camborne TR14 0JZ
10.7 miles from centre of Penzance
"My uncle has lived here for over 5 years and is his "home". The staff are absolutely brilliant with him and always available to assist..."Read all 6 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 21 rooms

Group/Owner tre'Care Group

Little Trefewha is a country residential care home registered for 20 elderly residents, featuring one respite room available for pre-booking. It sits on the edge of Praze-an-Beeble, about two miles... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Penmeneth House
16 Penpol Avenue, Hayle TR27 4NQ
6.8 miles from centre of Penzance
"My Mum was in Penmeneth for respite initially, but after an assessment and with Mum agreeing she stayed there. That was around 4 years ago...."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 15 rooms

Nestled in the coastal town of Hayle, Cornwall, this small 15-bedroom residential care home offers a warm, homely environment where residents feel valued, safe, and truly at ease. With its welcoming... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Pine Trees Care Centre
15 Horsepool Road, Connor Downs, Hayle TR27 5DZ
9.5 miles from centre of Penzance
"From the day my mother moved in and in her final hours at the end of life the Pine Trees team were fantastic. She absolutely loved living..."Read all 39 reviews

from £1,105 / weekSize 35 rooms

Group/Owner St Philips Care Group

Pine Trees Care Centre is a residential care home set in the Cornish seaside destination of Hayle. It is close to the A30 so easily accessible to and from any destination. The local town offers a... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Penrose Croft
Rowes Lane, Helston TR13 0FP
12.3 miles from centre of Penzance
"Oh my goodness what a fantastic place Penrose Croft is proving to be. From the moment of my enquiry to find a place for my parents who..."Read all 1 reviews

from £1,625 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Dynnargh! A warm Cornish welcome to Penrose Croft, a new, purpose-built care home in Helston, Cornwall. Penrose Croft, which opened in August 2026, provides high-quality residential, dementia, and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Tregenna House Nursing Home
Pendarves Road, Camborne TR14 7QG
11.9 miles from centre of Penzance
"The kindness and compassion that was given to my Dad in his last days was incredible. I stayed with him during his final journey and was..."Read all 1 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 49 rooms

Group/Owner tre'Care Group

Tregenna is a specialist dementia nursing home set within a spacious Victorian building, providing care for up to 49 residents in a warm, welcoming environment. The home is divided into three individual... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Heathbrea House
Dolcoath Avenue, Camborne TR14 8RY
12.8 miles from centre of Penzance
Opening Jan 2027

Size 66 rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Opening in January 2027, Heathbrea House is a new purpose-built care home in Camborne, Cornwall, providing high-quality, person-centred residential, dementia, and respite care for up to 66 residents.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Glencoe Nursing Home
23 Churchtown Road, Gwithian, Hayle TR27 5BX
9.6 miles from centre of Penzance

Size 20 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Harbour House
Penberthy Road, Portreath, Redruth TR16 4LW
14.6 miles from centre of Penzance

Size 20 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Chypons Residential Home
Clifton Hill, Newlyn, Penzance TR18 5BU
1.3 miles from centre of Penzance

from £1,126 / weekSize 27 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Penhellis Nursing Home
Cross Street, Helston TR13 8NQ
11.6 miles from centre of Penzance

Size 26 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Beeches Nursing Home
St George's Road, Hayle TR27 4AH
6.7 miles from centre of Penzance

from £1,850 / weekSize 28 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Fairholme Nursing Home
Roskear Road, Camborne TR14 8DN
12.9 miles from centre of Penzance

from £1,253 / weekSize 60 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Benoni Nursing Home Ltd
12 Carrallack Terrace, St Just, Penzance TR19 7LW
6.4 miles from centre of Penzance

from £1,060 / weekSize 25 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Penzance Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in and around Penzance

Average older person care home costs in and around Penzance 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 9 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Penzance.

Type of Care ProvidedPenzanceCornwallEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,323£1,353£1,308£1,313
Residential Dementia Care£1,359£1,347£1,338£1,343
Nursing Care£1,597£1,670£1,570£1,555
Nursing Dementia Care£1,562£1,653£1,585£1,576
All Care Types£1,330£1,368£1,319£1,326

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 Penzance Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 15 care homes with fees listed.
£1,323 per week
  • 2.3% below Cornwall average
  • 1.1% above England average
  • 0.8% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 12 care homes with fees listed.
£1,359 per week
  • 0.9% above Cornwall average
  • 1.6% above England average
  • 1.2% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 5 care homes with fees listed.
£1,597 per week
  • 4.6% below Cornwall average
  • 1.7% above England average
  • 2.7% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 4 care homes with fees listed.
£1,562 per week
  • 5.8% below Cornwall average
  • 1.5% below England average
  • 0.9% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Penzance?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Penzance, including 9 Nursing Homes & 21 Residential Care Homes.

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

Ponsandane Care Home, Trewartha Residential and Nursing Home & Courtlands Care Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Penzance.

Which older person care homes in Penzance offer Nursing Care?

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Penzance?

There are 18 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Penzance including Ponsandane Care Home, Trewartha Residential and Nursing Home & Frances Bolitho Care Home.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Penzance?

Respite Care is offered by 23 elderly care homes in Penzance including Ponsandane Care Home, Trewartha Residential and Nursing Home & Frances Bolitho Care Home.

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

There are 20 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 2 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.