Care homes · West Northamptonshire
Care homes in Moulton offering sensory impairment care
Sensory impairment care is offered by 3 of the 5 care homes in Moulton, with 109 beds between them. CQC has rated 3 of them, and 67% are Good or Outstanding (versus 83% for sensory impairment care across England). We estimate typical fees in Moulton at about £1,270 a week for residential careestimated. 1 care home was last rated more than four years ago. Most recently, Orchard View was rated Good on 3 July 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- Latest CQC rating changes in West Northamptonshire, checked daily.
- For dementia support, 2 have it on their CQC registration; 1 has nursing care.
- CQC rates 2 of the 3 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding, 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
- A care needs assessment from West Northamptonshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
To cite: "Care homes in Moulton offering sensory impairment care", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 3care homes on the CQC register
- 67%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 2support people with dementia
- 1inspected or rated since October 2024
Ranked providers of sensory impairment care
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 5
- Care for adults under 65 · 5
- Elderly care · 4
- Residential care · 4
- Dementia care · 3
- Physical disability care · 3
- Sensory impairment care · 3
| # | Care home | Overall rating | Last rated | Registered beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orchard View | Jul 2026 | 5 | No | |
| 2 | Southfields House | Sep 2023 | 44 | No | |
| 3 | Ashurst Mews Care Home | Sep 2022 | 60 | Yes |
All care homes in Moulton with a CQC registration for sensory impairment care. Order: rating, then how recent it is.
Sensory impairment care in Moulton: what the data shows
60% of Moulton's care homes (3 of 5) hold a CQC registration for sensory impairment care. Their Good or Outstanding share is 67%, in line with the town-wide 67% and below the 83% for sensory impairment care across England.
The highest rated care homes for sensory impairment care are Orchard View and Southfields House. Ratings run from September 2022 to July 2026, and 1 is from the last two years. They have 109 registered beds in total; 1 also provides nursing care.
West Northamptonshire as a whole has 33 care homes registered for sensory impairment care; 61% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Across West Northamptonshire, 32% of care homes are registered for sensory impairment care, against 60% here.
Typical weekly fees in the East Midlands: about £1,250 residential, £1,480 nursing. Request the price list from every home, as specialist care can cost more. How we estimate costs.
About sensory impairment care
Sensory impairment care supports people with sight loss, hearing loss or both (deafblindness). It means staff who know how to communicate well, homes and routines arranged so people can find their way safely, and help using equipment and technology.
What to ask about sensory impairment care
- Can staff use British Sign Language or tactile signing if needed?
- How are written information and menus made accessible?
- How do you keep people connected with family and activities?
- Do staff have sight loss or deaf awareness training?
- How do you adapt the home or routine for someone with sight loss?
Helpline: RNIB Helpline, 0303 123 9999. West Northamptonshire: sensory impairment care.
Sensory impairment care around Moulton
| Place | How far | Care homes | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moulton | – | 3 | 2 |
| Northampton | 3.4 mi | 22 | 13 |
| Wellingborough | 6.0 mi | 6 | 5 |
| Kettering | 9.1 mi | 6 | 5 |
| Rushden | 10.4 mi | 4 | 3 |
| Market Harborough | 13.5 mi | 3 | 3 |
Council support
West Northamptonshire
Savings under £23,250? West Northamptonshire council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
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Sensory impairment care in Moulton: your questions answered
Where can I find sensory impairment care in a care home in Moulton?
Of the 5 CQC-registered care homes in Moulton, 3 offer sensory impairment care (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Orchard View and Southfields House.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Moulton have?
Of the 3 that have been rated, 2 (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding, and 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What are typical care home prices in Moulton?
Average fees paid by self-funders in East Midlands in 2026: residential care home £1,250 a week; nursing home £1,480 a week. These are averages over a wide spread of prices, which move with the type of room, how much help is needed and any nursing. Councils tend to pay less than private payers for an identical room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). See our full cost guide.
Will West Northamptonshire council pay for a care home?
For residents who qualify, the NHS pays towards nursing through NHS-funded nursing care, and the council may help with fees. Under the Care Act 2014, West Northamptonshire council has to offer a needs assessment at no cost. For the means test, a home is usually counted for care home fees unless it is still home to a partner or certain relatives (and not in the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay); in England the threshold is £23,250. How to reach West Northamptonshire council.
What should I look for when choosing care homes in Moulton?
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, 1 of the 3 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years, and 2 have an older report. See the checklist.
How does Moulton compare with nearby towns for sensory impairment care?
Nearest towns we cover: Northampton (3.4 miles): 22, 13 rated Good or Outstanding; Wellingborough (6.0 miles): 6, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Burton Latimer (8.5 miles): 1, 1 rated Good or Outstanding. Moulton itself has 3, 2 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Moulton
- Sensory impairment care in Northampton 3.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Wellingborough 6.0 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Burton Latimer 8.5 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Kettering 9.1 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Irthlingborough 9.9 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Rushden 10.4 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Desborough 10.7 mi
- Sensory impairment care in Towcester 12.8 mi
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.