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The Links
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The Links is a nursing home in Broadstone BH18 8BE. It also offers dementia care. This care home page brings together the latest CQC rating, published reviews, weekly fees, funding information, and public risk signals so families can judge whether The Links is worth shortlisting.
Home facts
- CQC
- Outstanding
- Care type
- Nursing Home
- Capacity
- 68 beds
- Provider
- BRAND BUPA Group
- Registered
- Oct 2012
Combined public rating
RightCareHome semantic assessment
Mostly positive
A high combined rating does not rule out recurring themes worth checking; the rating summarises scores, while the semantic assessment identifies repeated patterns.
How RightCareHome analyses public feedback
We keep the numerical rating and the semantic assessment separate, then apply the following checks:
- Duplicate handling. We remove matching review records when reviewer attribution, rating and review text indicate the same feedback. Similar but non-matching comments are kept.
- Rating normalisation. Scores recorded on different scales are converted to a common five-point scale. Where more than one numerical score is available, each is weighted by the amount of feedback behind it.
- Recurring patterns. Review text is analysed for repeated strengths, concerns, contradictions and practical questions. Isolated comments are treated more cautiously than recurring themes.
- Confidence thresholds. Coverage depends on unique usable feedback, evidence breadth and consistency. When the threshold is not met, we mark the result Limited feedback coverage rather than infer a stronger conclusion.
- Rating and semantic assessment. The combined rating summarises numerical scores. The semantic assessment explains what families repeatedly describe. Strong recurring concerns can therefore change the assessment even when the rating is high.
- Evidence scope. Public feedback is one evidence layer, not a live measure of staffing, safety or daily care. RightCareHome therefore reads it alongside current inspection evidence and the questions to test on a visit.
Evidence ledger
- Inspection
- Inspection picture may be dated
- Finance
- Financial record needs checking
- Public feedback
- Review pattern worth checking
- Care offered
- Dementia support
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Page refreshed August 2026 · inspection, finance, and review sources update on different schedules
Not the care home's website or a paid listing. Care homes cannot buy a better result. Based on publicly available information, not a visit or live assessment.
Reviewed by Alex Landgraf, Co-Founder
What the evidence shows
A structured view of what supports a shortlist place, what needs scrutiny, and what to verify directly for this nursing home.
Evidence in favour
- Outstanding CQC rating
- Low public financial risk
- Positive themes outweigh watchouts
Evidence to question
- Inspection is over two years old
- Company accounts appear overdue
- Mixed public feedback
Questions to verify directly
- Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
- How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
- How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
Key facts in one place
Built from public and published information. Live fees, funding acceptance and vacancies can change, so confirm those directly with the home.
CQC now
Rated Outstanding · last inspected over two years ago
Official CQC record
Fees now
From £5,979 / month (estimate)
Published weekly fee data · monthly figure estimated
Funding accepted
Currently shown as accepting self-funding, local authority-funded and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents.
Published acceptance information · confirm directly
Visits & travel
GP 0.5 km · Hospital 4 km
Public location data
Vacancies now
Vacancies currently available
Published availability · confirm directly
Risk now
Low public financial risk in the latest company records
Public company records
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Safety & Quality
What do the latest CQC results for The Links show?
Use CQC ratings, enforcement context, and stability signals to spot confidence or risk.
The Links CQC Rating & Inspection History
Current inspection ratings, inspection timing, and how this home compares with its previous assessments.
Inspection Ratings by Category
Financial Health
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Costs & Funding
The Links: Weekly Fees & Funding Options
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
Typical monthly cost (estimate)
≈ £5,979 per month
From £1,375 per week
Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.
You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.
How this compares to the area benchmark
Council benchmark for this area: £1,448/wk
This home is priced at or below the council rate for this area.
How care at this home can be funded
You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.
Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.
The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.
The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.
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What's Included
The cost of care starts from £1,375 per week. Price varies by care level.
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Care & Medical
Can this home safely meet your care needs?
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Care Capabilities
Service Types
What type of care is provided
Specialisms
Specialist experience with
Conditions
Can support people living with
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Behavioural Support Signals
Trained to help with
Additional Condition Support
Additional support for
Care Fit at a Glance
RightCareHome analysis Care fitHow well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.
Likely a good fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- Wheelchair access
- Secure garden/area
- Palliative or end-of-life support
Important questions before deciding
- 1Who provides overnight clinical cover when needs escalate?
- 2How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
- 3How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?
Family Reviews
The Links Care Home Reviews — What Families Say
Focus on repeated patterns that indicate strengths and the questions worth asking on your visit.
Family Reviews
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Background context
Home profile
Provider and registration context for The Links, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.
The Links is a care home with nursing in Broadstone, South West, operated by Bupa Care Homes (PT Links) Limited since 2012. The home has 68 beds and is rated Outstanding by the national care regulator. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia. Qualified nursing staff are on-site 24 hours.
Location & Practical
Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?
Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.
Practical Information
Visitor Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location & Neighbourhood
RightCareHome analysis Neighbourhood1 Golf Links Road, Broadstone, BH18 8BE
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Neighbourhood
Nearest green space
1.0km away
Transport access
8/10
Local amenities
9/10
Daily Life
Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?
Review activities, food quality, and facilities that most affect your relative's everyday wellbeing.
Activities & Social Life
RightCareHome analysis Daily-life evidenceSocial life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.
4 activities listed
Individual and group options availableShow activity programme details
Dining & Nutrition
2 dining services listed
Key nutrition points first
Dining Services
Dietary Options
Facilities & Features
5 feature groups available
Essential features shown first
Accessibility Features
Rooms
Safety & Security
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Lifestyle & Amenities
Medical & Therapy
Next Steps
Is The Links a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?
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Questions to Ask When Visiting The Links
Use this care home visit checklist at The Links to turn the public signals on this page into practical in-person checks before you decide.
What to test on your visit to The Links
- 1Can you show how you keep all families updated, especially when issues arise?
- 2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
- 3Who provides overnight clinical cover if needs escalate?
- 4Ask how immobile residents are supported to join communal life.
Short care home visit checklist
Start with these core checks even if you already plan to ask the personalised questions above.
Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?
Confirms transparency on current quality.
What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?
Shows whether support is consistent around the clock.
How are families updated when needs change?
Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.
Can we see an example care plan review timeline?
Helps confirm how quickly the team adapts care.
May we speak with a current resident family member?
Gives an independent perspective before deciding.
Care Home Check
Go deeper on the signals that matter
This page gives you the evidence summary. Care Home Check adds deeper interpretation: how much weight to place on each signal, whether the pattern should change your shortlist decision, and what to ask before you rely on it.
The visible warning signs are only the first layer
This page can flag the warning signs. The full check shows how serious they look together, whether they repeat across finances, reviews, and operations, and whether they should change how confident you feel about shortlisting this home.
What you can already use from this page
- Current CQC status: Outstanding
- Published weekly fee range
- Public review pattern across available sources
- Public financial risk signals from company records
Questions to resolve before deciding
- Whether the inspection picture still reflects day-to-day reality
- How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
- How quickly call bells are answered in practice
- Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor
Signals already visible on this page
What Care Home Check makes clear
It does not repeat the headline signals on this page. It shows which ones matter most, how serious they look together, and whether they should change your shortlist decision.
Is this home financially sound?
We trace the operating company, accounts, and borrowing behind the home — the signals that can hint at pressure long before families feel it on the ground.
See whether the records point to low concern, watchlist pressure, or something more serious.
What do review patterns actually suggest?
We analyse family and staff feedback across platforms to surface repeated themes, contradictions, and concerns that a few snippets or star ratings will miss.
See which patterns deserve weight, which do not, and how much confidence to place in them.
What should you ask on your visit?
Based on everything we find — inspections, reviews, finances, staffing — we write questions specific to this home, so your visit leads to real answers.
Get the questions and the reason each one matters here.
How much confidence the signals deserve, what they may mean together, and what to ask next
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