Care homes · Central Bedfordshire
Care homes in Biggleswade
CQC lists 5 care homes in Biggleswade, with 219 beds between them. Of the 5 CQC has rated, 80% are Good or Outstanding (versus 75% across Central Bedfordshire and 83% across England). 1 holds an Outstanding rating. Our estimate of typical fees in Biggleswade: about £1,480 a week for residential care and £1,690 for nursing careestimated. 1 care home was last rated more than four years ago. Most recently, HF Trust - Hollycroft was rated Outstanding on 4 March 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 19 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- A care needs assessment from Central Bedfordshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- Good or Outstanding: 4 of the 5 rated care homes, while 1 is rated Inadequate or Requires improvement.
- For dementia support, 4 have it on their CQC registration; nursing care is provided by 3.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Central Bedfordshire, updated every day.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Biggleswade", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 5CQC-registered care homes
- 80%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 3are registered for nursing
- 2rated or inspected within two years
Biggleswade care homes, ranked
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 5
- Dementia care · 4
- Elderly care · 4
- Care for adults under 65 · 4
- Mental health care · 3
- Nursing care · 3
- Physical disability care · 3
HF Trust - Hollycroft
Est. £1.31k–£1.6k/wk
Penrose Court
Est. £1.52k–£1.85k/wk
Mantles Court
Est. £1.35k–£1.65k/wk
Potton House
Est. £1.52k–£1.85k/wk
Beaumont Park Nursing and Residential Home
Est. £1.52k–£1.85k/wk
What the numbers say about Biggleswade
3 of the 5 homes (60%) provide nursing care, against 28% across Central Bedfordshire. Most recent to register: Mantles Court (November 2021). Outstanding ratings: 1 in Biggleswade, 2 across Central Bedfordshire. On their CQC registrations, 3 of 5 list physical disabilities, 1 of 5 list learning disabilities and 3 of 5 list mental health conditions. 80% of rated care homes in Biggleswade are Good or Outstanding, compared with 73% of those rated among the 47 we list across Central Bedfordshire. Homes in Biggleswade average 44 beds, against a typical 24 across Central Bedfordshire. Oldest rating on the list: Potton House, March 2019. Two-year-old ratings or newer: 40% in Biggleswade, 27% across Central Bedfordshire. Shefford has the highest share of listed care homes rated Good or Outstanding nearby (100%); Biggleswade, at 80%, is 3rd of the 7 towns compared.
Providers behind the care homes in Biggleswade
- HF Trust Limited 1 in this list
- Care Concern Group 1 in this list
- Quantum Care Limited 1 in this list
- Priory Group 1 in this list
- Healthcare Homes 1 in this list
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Biggleswade and the towns around it
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biggleswade | – | 5 | 4 |
| Sandy | 3.5 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Shefford | 5.0 mi | 5 | 5 |
| Baldock | 7.5 mi | 4 | 2 |
| Letchworth | 7.8 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Wixams | 9.1 mi | 4 | 2 |
How much care homes charge in Biggleswade
| Residential care home | £1,250 a week |
|---|---|
| Nursing home | £1,530 a week |
Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: Which?, self-funder fees (Lottie data, January 2026). Ask providers near you for prices, or estimate your weekly cost.
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Common questions about care homes in Biggleswade
Which care homes can I choose from in Biggleswade?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 lists 5 care homes in Biggleswade. Of these, 3 provide nursing care and 4 support people living with dementia. Among the highest rated are HF Trust - Hollycroft, Penrose Court and Mantles Court.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Biggleswade have?
Of the 5 that have been rated, 4 (80%) are rated Good or Outstanding, with 1 Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What are typical care home prices in Biggleswade?
Self-funder fees in East of England: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,250 a week; nursing home £1,530 a week. Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: Which?, self-funder fees (Lottie data, January 2026). Read the full cost guide.
Will Central Bedfordshire council pay for a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Central Bedfordshire council must offer free (Care Act 2014). England's upper capital limit is £23,250; the value of a home normally counts towards a care home means test, except where a partner or some relatives still occupy it, and not for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. Towards nursing costs, the NHS pays NHS-funded nursing care for residents who qualify. Getting in touch with Central Bedfordshire council.
What should I look for when choosing care homes in Biggleswade?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed care, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, 2 of the 5 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years. Older reports: 3. A checklist to help.
How does Biggleswade compare with nearby towns for care homes?
Nearest towns we cover: Sandy (3.5 miles): 3, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Shefford (5.0 miles): 5, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Baldock (7.5 miles): 4, 2 rated Good or Outstanding. Biggleswade itself has 5, 4 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Biggleswade
- Care homes in Sandy 3.5 mi
- Care homes in Shefford 5.0 mi
- Care homes in Baldock 7.5 mi
- Care homes in Letchworth 7.8 mi
- Care homes in Wixams 9.1 mi
- Care homes in St Neots 9.4 mi
- Care homes in Bedford 9.5 mi
- Care homes in Hitchin 9.6 mi
Also in Biggleswade, and guides
- Central Bedfordshire: paying for care
- Best rated care homes in Central Bedfordshire
- Nursing homes in Central Bedfordshire
- What care homes cost in England in 2026, by region and council
- Top rated 2026: services rated Outstanding in Central Bedfordshire
- Home care in Biggleswade (8)
- How to read a CQC rating
- How NHS-funded nursing care works
- Knowing when a care home is the right step
- Home care versus a care home
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.