Northwell Place
Northwell Pool Road, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7HH
Northwell Pool Road, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7HH
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Our commitment to customer service and our experienced staff ensure that residents' retirement properties are in the safest possible hands.
Manager's Description
" Northwell Place is a lovely quiet complex close to the town centre. Buses run every half hour to Dereham, Norwich, Kings Lynn and Peterborough. There are Doctor's, Dentist's, Library, Social Centre, ..." Show more " Northwell Place is a lovely quiet complex close to the town centre. Buses run every half hour to Dereham, Norwich, Kings Lynn and Peterborough. There are Doctor's, Dentist's, Library, Social Centre, one off shops as well as Waitrose, Tesco, Asda and Iceland who all deliver to your door. We have a lovely indoor market on a Friday as well as an out door one every saturday with an auction. Lots of eateries and coffee shops. Swaffham is a lovely old market town and is close to some beautiful coast line too.Events for our site consist of boat trips, monthly sunday roasts, BBQ's, strawberry & afternoon tea's, coffee mornings, entertainer's, bingo, fish & chip suppers, knit/natter/sew, raffles and fund raising events plus lots more. We have regular invites to site from Age Concern, Buddy Service and hold presentaions for safety, scams etc. We hold a yearly sale on site which is attended by residents family and friends as well as local people. There is a well stocked dispenser with plenty of places to go, things to do and join." Show less
Main Facts
Age exclusive housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
40 bungalows. Built in 1986. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Guest facilities, kitchenette
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people.
Regular Social activities include: bingo, coffee morning, outings, entertainers, clothes companies, art group, games, raffles and sales for charity events, card making, keep fit, hog roasts and BBQs, strawberry teas etc. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to terms of lease and landlord permission).
Housing Authority: Breckland
Social Care Authority: Norfolk
Info updated: 06/03/2019
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale: No 21. A two bedroom apt. Asking price: £115,000. (Notified 18/12/2024). Contact Retirement Homesearch on 0333 321 4072 or click here to view on their website
Residents' views
A number of residents have used EAC's resident consultation card game to give their views on aspects of where they live. They gave top marks to this scheme for: Activities and outings
Community spirit
Consultation
Convenience of the location
Lifestyle
Link with community at large
Maintenance
Number / size of facilities
Overall ratings
Practicality of the individual apartments
Privacy
Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Safety and security
Space standards of individual apartments
Staff role and interaction
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Always there to help and ready to help. Goes above and beyond to make things run as easily as possible. Has been a very valuable friend in times of gr..." Show more
"Always there to help and ready to help. Goes above and beyond to make things run as easily as possible. Has been a very valuable friend in times of great need. Always willing and most capable. Should and needs to be recognised for all that Lorraine does for this community." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Always there to help and ready to help. Goes above and beyond to make things run as easily as possible. Has been a very valuable friend in times of great need. Always willing and most capable. Should and needs to be recognised for all that Lorraine does for this community." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"My bungalow is very comfortable and as much as I can manage to keep in good order. The other residents are cheerful and chatty."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Northwell is a hidden gem in a historic market town with all amenities close by. I have worked here for twenty years. There is always something to do ..." Show more
"Northwell is a hidden gem in a historic market town with all amenities close by. I have worked here for twenty years. There is always something to do onsite and lots to join in in the town itself. The site is well maintained and safe." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Northwell is a hidden gem in a historic market town with all amenities close by. I have worked here for twenty years. There is always something to do onsite and lots to join in in the town itself. The site is well maintained and safe." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Own bungalow, pleasant surroundings, very clean and most important, safe, Our Development Officer goes beyond her nomal duties for us, always there t..." Show more
"Own bungalow, pleasant surroundings, very clean and most important, safe, Our Development Officer goes beyond her nomal duties for us, always there to help or advise, arranges coffee mornings and organises social events, walking distance from town. Residents very friendly without being intrusive, a very attractive place." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Own bungalow, pleasant surroundings, very clean and most important, safe, Our Development Officer goes beyond her nomal duties for us, always there to help or advise, arranges coffee mornings and organises social events, walking distance from town. Residents very friendly without being intrusive, a very attractive place." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I have been here for 6 years. There are always interesting things put on in the lounge. The site is always kept clean and tidy with nothing about that..." Show more
"I have been here for 6 years. There are always interesting things put on in the lounge. The site is always kept clean and tidy with nothing about that could injure yourself." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I have been here for 6 years. There are always interesting things put on in the lounge. The site is always kept clean and tidy with nothing about that could injure yourself." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I used to look after someone on site. Anytime I needed help Lorraine was always there."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"I have been here 12 years which says quite a lot. I have my own bungalow, nice grounds, socialise regularly. Close to Swaffham town. All in all very s..." Show more
"I have been here 12 years which says quite a lot. I have my own bungalow, nice grounds, socialise regularly. Close to Swaffham town. All in all very satisfactory." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I have been here 12 years which says quite a lot. I have my own bungalow, nice grounds, socialise regularly. Close to Swaffham town. All in all very satisfactory." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Friendly and very helpful manager. Have only been here for 2 years having moved from North Devon but have met quite a few other residents so far."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Everything very handy, shops, doctors, etc. A very nice site manager, Lorraine."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Well maintained and friendly site. I am a private carer to a resident. The manager is both helpful and friendly."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"There is a very good bus service, doctors, supermarkets etc. Very helpful management."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I came here from Essex two years ago and enjoy living here and I also feel safe. We are close to the shops, doctors surgery, plus a cottage Hospital. ..." Show more
"I came here from Essex two years ago and enjoy living here and I also feel safe. We are close to the shops, doctors surgery, plus a cottage Hospital. Lorraine, our house manager, is very good, arranging coffee mornings. outings etc." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I came here from Essex two years ago and enjoy living here and I also feel safe. We are close to the shops, doctors surgery, plus a cottage Hospital. Lorraine, our house manager, is very good, arranging coffee mornings. outings etc." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"We moved to Norhtwell Place six years ago. We've have enjoyed every minute. It is close to shops, doctors etc. The grounds are well maintained. The ma..." Show more
"We moved to Norhtwell Place six years ago. We've have enjoyed every minute. It is close to shops, doctors etc. The grounds are well maintained. The manager is awesome!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"We moved to Norhtwell Place six years ago. We've have enjoyed every minute. It is close to shops, doctors etc. The grounds are well maintained. The manager is awesome!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Easy for the food shops, doctors, and a very good bus service. My family are close by. Lorraine, the house manager, is very good with help if it's nee..." Show more
"Easy for the food shops, doctors, and a very good bus service. My family are close by. Lorraine, the house manager, is very good with help if it's needed." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Easy for the food shops, doctors, and a very good bus service. My family are close by. Lorraine, the house manager, is very good with help if it's needed." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This development is so inviting to visitors as well as residents. It is kept clean and tidy and with the presence of a development manager gives one p..." Show more
"This development is so inviting to visitors as well as residents. It is kept clean and tidy and with the presence of a development manager gives one piece of mind for our retirement." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This development is so inviting to visitors as well as residents. It is kept clean and tidy and with the presence of a development manager gives one piece of mind for our retirement." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am pleased to be able to organise my life as I please, providing I take care. It is a short walk to the shops for my needs. Family and friends can v..." Show more
"I am pleased to be able to organise my life as I please, providing I take care. It is a short walk to the shops for my needs. Family and friends can visit any reasonable time and I know they will be informed if I need them." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am pleased to be able to organise my life as I please, providing I take care. It is a short walk to the shops for my needs. Family and friends can visit any reasonable time and I know they will be informed if I need them." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"As a recent resident I was welcomed by several of the existing residence. The warden, Lorraine, was very helpful, explaining all the amenities,"
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"This is a happy place to live. The manager helps me and I feel safe."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am a carer to several residents. The site is well maintained. The manager is excellent, helpful, Knowledgeable and always available for assistance. ..." Show more
"I am a carer to several residents. The site is well maintained. The manager is excellent, helpful, Knowledgeable and always available for assistance. Any issues are dealt with within 24 hours of being noted." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I am a carer to several residents. The site is well maintained. The manager is excellent, helpful, Knowledgeable and always available for assistance. Any issues are dealt with within 24 hours of being noted." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I lived here for five years and enjoyed every minute. I know live in the yown but I am welcomed by the manager, who arranges events and residents alik..." Show more
"I lived here for five years and enjoyed every minute. I know live in the yown but I am welcomed by the manager, who arranges events and residents alike. It is a lovely site, clean and safe." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I lived here for five years and enjoyed every minute. I know live in the yown but I am welcomed by the manager, who arranges events and residents alike. It is a lovely site, clean and safe." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Excellent. Well run. Whole area kept very tidy by excellent manager who goes out of her way to help us. We are kept well informed of happenings, meeti..." Show more
"Excellent. Well run. Whole area kept very tidy by excellent manager who goes out of her way to help us. We are kept well informed of happenings, meetings etc. at site." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Excellent. Well run. Whole area kept very tidy by excellent manager who goes out of her way to help us. We are kept well informed of happenings, meetings etc. at site." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Near shops, not isolated. Community atmosphere. Coffee mornings etc. Having a manager to help in emergencies. Important is having a nice manageable b..." Show more
"Near shops, not isolated. Community atmosphere. Coffee mornings etc. Having a manager to help in emergencies. Important is having a nice manageable bungalow." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Near shops, not isolated. Community atmosphere. Coffee mornings etc. Having a manager to help in emergencies. Important is having a nice manageable bungalow." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Brilliant place to work and live. Swaffham is an historic market town with all you need to hand and is five minutes walk from site. The site is friend..." Show more
"Brilliant place to work and live. Swaffham is an historic market town with all you need to hand and is five minutes walk from site. The site is friendly and packed with things to do. We are Norfolks hidden gem. Safe, happy and content." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Brilliant place to work and live. Swaffham is an historic market town with all you need to hand and is five minutes walk from site. The site is friendly and packed with things to do. We are Norfolks hidden gem. Safe, happy and content." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
Managed by
For great customer service
Our commitment to customer service and our experienced staff ensure that residents' retirement properties are in the safest possible hands.
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2014.
Category: Retirement housing 36-44 units.
Sponsor: Shaw Healthcare.
Category: Retirement housing 36-44 units.
Sponsor: Shaw Healthcare.
Memberships
ARHM: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers, and therefore committed to complying with its Code of Practice.
