Barchester Healthcare
Appletree Grange Care Home
Residential care home in Chester-le-Street, Gateshead
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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About
Appletree Grange Care Home is a 32-bedded home operated by Barchester Healthcare in Chester-le-Street, County Durham. It provides residential care, dementia care, and respite care for older people and those living with dementia. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades across Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive care, though Well-led is rated Requires Improvement.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected January 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
231 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,304 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Gateshead usually pays £888 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £416 a week.
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Gateshead council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £846 |
| 2025 | — | £888 |
| 2026 | £1,304 | — |
What Gateshead council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Appletree Grange Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 4.2 miles away. The local GP practice is BIRTLEY MEDICAL GROUP, 0.9 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Chester-le-Street
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Hops
HOPS supports people to deal with stress, reduce social isolation and improve wellbeing. Offering holistic therapies and therapeutic activities we support unpaid carers, older people, individuals…
Age Concern Durham County
Provision of services and activities to promote the wellbeing of all older people mainly in and around County Durham and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.
Age Concern Durham County
Age Concern Durham County incorporated & commenced trading as a charitable company limited by guarantee (Age Concern Durham County trading as Age UK County Durham charity number 1122008) on 1st…
Gateshead Older People's Assembly
Gateshead Older People's Assembly offers opportunities for over 50s to maintain their health and independence through socialising, exercising, and learning. We support activities in community…
Gateshead Carers Association
We support, advise, represent, advocate & campaign for unpaid adult carers living or working in Gateshead. We aim for carers to have increased choice and control in their life, improved health and…
Age UK Gateshead Limited
Our staff and volunteers together deliver services and activities for people aged over 50 in Gateshead & Newcastle.We are driven by the needs & aspirations of people in later life & our mission is…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Appletree Grange cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01908 103845.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Appletree Grange Care Home is one of 242 homes run by Barchester Healthcare on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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