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Care Home Property in the UK: Leasing, Buying and Investing

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Care Home Property in the UK: Leasing, Buying and Investing Supported Living & Specialist Housing

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

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Care home property

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In short: Care homes are usually run by operators registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Property investors typically own the building and lease it to an operator on a long lease, while operators may buy freeholds with the business. Values depend on the operator's trading (EBITDA), occupancy, fee mix, the building's quality and CQC rating. The main risk is operator failure, so check accounts, ratings and rent cover. Fraser Bond doesn't place care home residents, but can advise on property aspects in London.

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