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Top-Rated Care Homes in Bury St Edmunds

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BURY ST EDMUNDS SPECIALIST

Expert Analysis of 14 Bury St Edmunds Care Homes

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Bury St Edmunds Care Home Market

Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from CQC, FSA and Companies House data

14
Care Homes Analysed

Across Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas

86%
Rated Good or Outstanding

Based on CQC inspection reports

Care Standards in Bury St Edmunds

Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 14 homes

Specialist Care Coverage

  • 10 (71%)

    Dementia

  • 5 (36%)

LOCAL INFORMATION

Care Homes by Bury St Edmunds Area

Care homes across Bury St Edmunds's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location

2 nursing homes

IP33

A well-regarded area with a solid range of care options, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Several homes show an improving trajectory on recent inspections.

6 care homes available

Avg. Weekly Cost£1,788

Why families in Bury St Edmunds use RightCareHome

Independent analysis that puts your family first

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  • 14 homes to compare manually
  • Outdated directory data from years ago
  • Commission-driven recommendations
  • Hidden quality and safety issues

What Your Report Includes

Every report analyses 5 care homes across 15 official data sources

Professional Report
Surrey, March 2026
AI Executive Summary
HomeMatchCQCPrice/wk
92%Outstanding
87%Good
74%Good

Match Profile

CareSafetyValueLocationStaff

Funding Summary

LA Rate
NHS CHC
Top-up Gap
Annual Cost

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Bury St Edmunds

Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.

How many care homes are in Bury St Edmunds?

Bury St Edmunds has 14 registered care homes (6 nursing, 8 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.

What is the average cost of a care home in Bury St Edmunds?

Weekly costs in Bury St Edmunds range from £1,100 to £2,378. The average is £1,681/week. Nursing care averages £1,701/week while residential care averages £1,624/week. Prices vary significantly by area — West Suffolk 003 averages £0/week while West Suffolk 003 is £0/week.

Which Bury St Edmunds areas have the best care homes?

West Suffolk 003, IP33, West Suffolk 005 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. West Suffolk 003 leads with 100% of homes meeting this standard.

How many dementia care homes are in Bury St Edmunds?

10 homes offer specialist dementia care in Bury St Edmunds, representing 71% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

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Data sources: CQC, Companies House, Food Standards Agency. Last reviewed March 2026.

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Well-being Index ScoreUnique area happiness rating 0–100
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£1,701
Nursing Care Average

Range £1,100–£2,378 across Bury St Edmunds

£1,624
Residential Care Average

Range £1,624–£0 across Bury St Edmunds

8%
On Improving Trajectory

Homes trending upward based on recent CQC inspections

57%
Without Registered Manager

8 homes currently lack a registered manager

CQC Rating Breakdown

4 Outstanding8 Good2 Requires Improvement

CQC Quality by Domain

Average scores across Bury St Edmunds care homes

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Good

Bury St Edmunds homes rate strongest on Responsive and weakest on Safe.

Inspection Freshness

How recently homes were inspected by CQC

Under 1 year1 (7%)
1–3 years4 (29%)
Over 3 years9 (64%)

64% of homes have ratings over 3 years old. Our reports cross-reference multiple data sources to give you a more current picture.

Regional Insight

Bury St Edmunds Market Analysis 2026

Market Size
14 homes

Registered care homes for older adults across Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas.

Quality Rating
86%

Homes rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by CQC.

CQC Strength
Responsive

Strongest CQC domain at 3.3/4. Safe scores lowest at 2.8/4.

Manager Gap
57%

Of homes currently have no registered manager — a potential red flag for oversight and accountability.

Inspection Freshness
4.4 yrs

Average inspection age. 21% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.

Physical Disability

  • 4 (29%)

    Alzheimer's

  • 3 (21%)

    Learning Disability

  • 3 (21%)

    Parkinson's

  • 3 (21%)

    Stroke Recovery

  • Quality Rating
    83%Good+
    2 O3 G1 RI
    2/6 Ensuite2/6 Garden2/6 WiFi2/6 Lift
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    2 nursing homes

    West Suffolk 005

    A well-regarded area with a solid range of care options, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. A practical choice for families considering care in Bury St Edmunds.

    4 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly Cost£1,575
    Quality Rating75%Good+
    1 O2 G1 RI
    2/4 Ensuite2/4 Garden1/4 WiFi1/4 Pets OK
    View homes in West Suffolk 005
    2 nursing homes

    West Suffolk 003

    A quieter area with a select choice of care homes, including specialist nursing and dedicated dementia care. Quality ratings here are among the strongest in Bury St Edmunds.

    2 care homes available

    Avg. Weekly CostTBC
    Quality Rating100%Good+
    1 O1 G
    View homes in West Suffolk 003

    All 14 Homes Analysed

    Every care home in our Bury St Edmunds database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.

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    14 homes across Bury St Edmunds — from West Suffolk 003 to IP33. See which ones suit your family.

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    Top-Rated Care Homes in Bury St Edmunds

    Explore individual care homes with CQC ratings, reviews, and facilities.

    Stowlangtoft Hall Nursing Home

    Outstanding
    47 bedsNursing£1100-£1950/wk

    Risby Park Nursing Home

    Outstanding
    54 bedsNursing

    Cornwallis Court

    Outstanding
    58 bedsNursing£1309-£2378/wk

    Glastonbury Court

    Outstanding
    60 bedsNursing

    Willows and Rosehill, Drummond Court

    Good
    10 bedsResidential

    The Willows

    Good
    25 bedsResidential

    Fornham House Residential Home

    Good
    88 bedsResidential

    Davers Court

    Good
    60 bedsResidential

    The Martins

    Good
    42 bedsResidential