Melrose House
CQC Good
Melrose House is a 10-bed residential care home in Cullercoats, North Tyneside, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
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Dementia care homes in Cullercoats
There are 4 dementia care homes in and around Cullercoats on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, January 2023). Published fees average about £1,082 a week, while North Tyneside usually pays £944. The largest is Garden Hill Care Home, with 40 beds.
Average residential fee in Cullercoats: £1,082/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Cullercoats
| Dementia care homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 4 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,082 |
| North Tyneside usual weekly rate (2025) | £944 |
| Largest | Garden Hill Care Home (40 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated January 2023. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Cullercoats
SafetyB
Good — safer than 48% of similar areas
Based on North Tyneside data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on North Tyneside data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on North Tyneside data (town-level not yet available)
How we grade areas
Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Cullercoats is about £1,082/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Cullercoats
The average residential care home in Cullercoats costs about £1,082/week, while North Tyneside’s published usual rate is around £944/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £138/week (≈ £7,176/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Cullercoats
£1,082/wk
North Tyneside usual rate
£944/wk
Likely top-up gap
£138/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against North Tyneside’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Cullercoats on the map
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Care homes (4)
1 in Cullercoats, 3 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
St Annes Care Home
CQC Good
St Annes Care Home is a 40-bed care home in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside.
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Holmlea Care Home
CQC Good
Holmlea Care Home is a 25-bed care home in North Shields, North Tyneside.
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Garden Hill Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled near the picturesque coastline of South Shields, Garden Hill is a distinguished, purpose-designed care home that has been recognised for its…
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What care costs in Cullercoats
Residential (avg)
£1,082/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,082/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,082/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in North Tyneside
The average house price in North Tyneside is £203,813, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.
Average price by property type
- All property types
- £203,813
- Detached
- £380,496
- Semi-detached
- £231,554
- Terraced
- £200,873
- Flats & maisonettes
- £119,543
Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.
Types of care in Cullercoats
Residential care homes
4 in CullercoatsNursing homes
1 in CullercoatsDementia care homes
4 in CullercoatsRespite care
1 in CullercoatsCommon questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Cullercoats?
AskBart lists 4 dementia care homes in and around Cullercoats, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Cullercoats rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Cullercoats cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,082 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Cullercoats?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
Near Cullercoats
- Dementia care homes in Whitley Bay (4)
- Dementia care homes in North Shields (3)
- Dementia care homes in South Shields (6)
- Dementia care homes in Wallsend (8)
- Dementia care homes in Jarrow (7)
- Dementia care homes in Hebburn (6)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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