Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
from £1095/wk
Care homes in Alderley Edge
9 homes
There are 9 care homes in and around Alderley Edge on AskBart. 86% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,090 a week, while Cheshire East usually pays £921. The largest is Cranford Grange Care Home, with 108 beds.
- care homes
- 9
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 86%
- typical residential fee
- £1,090/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Cheshire East council pays
- £921/wk
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Care homes in Alderley Edge (9)
1 in Alderley Edge, 8 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Good
from £1130/wk
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Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miCQC Good
from £1025/wk
Distance from the town centre: 2.4 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.5 miCQC Good
from £975/wk
Distance from the town centre: 2.6 mi
Distance from the town centre: 2.8 mi
Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCQC Good
from £1225/wk
Compare every home in Alderley Edge in one table
| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookview Care Home | Good | £1,130 | 65 | 5.2 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Cavendish Court Care Home | Good | £1,095 | 45 | 5.0 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| Cranford Grange Care Home | Good | £1,225 | 108 | 5.1 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Hazelmere House Care Home | Good | £975 | 60 | 4.7 mi | — | 2.5 mi |
| Long Stone Manor | — | On request | 60 | 4.5 mi | — | 2.4 mi |
| The Belvedere | Requires improvement · Oct 2021 | On request | 41 | 5.0 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| The Hawthorns Care Home | Good | £1,025 | 39 | 4.9 mi | — | 1.6 mi |
| The Willows | Good · May 2018 | On request | 61 | 5.9 mi | — | 2.6 mi |
| Wilmslow Manor Care Centre | — | On request | 63 | 4.4 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.
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Alderley Edge in numbers
86% of Alderley Edge’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 7 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Alderley Edge costs about £1,090/week, while Cheshire East’s published usual rate is around £921/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £169/week (about £8,788/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.
What Cheshire East council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 6 of 7 (86%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,090 |
| Cheshire East usual weekly rate (2025) | £921 |
| Largest | Cranford Grange Care Home (108 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | The Belvedere (September 2021) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 7 · Nursing 5 · Dementia 7 · Respite 5 |
| Average house price, Cheshire East (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £303,387 |
Good6
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated2
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Cheshire. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Cheshire East's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Cheshire East
The average house price in Cheshire East is £303,387, 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
- £303,387
- Detached
- £493,244
- Semi-detached
- £290,686
- Terraced
- £223,543
- Flats & maisonettes
- £152,964
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.
Living in Alderley Edge
Alderley Edge is a leafy village in Cheshire with a strong community feel and good access to Manchester. It offers a quieter alternative to urban retirement, though care-home choice is limited and costs are above the national average.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 72% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
24 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime7
- Drugs5
- Public order3
- Burglary2
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 & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Alderley Edge
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
The Rotary Club of Cheadle Royal Charitable Trust
Charitable work in the community especially for the elderly including dementia sufferers & their carers and young people and also fund raising for local charities. Through Rotary International we…
2.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (259279)
Charity
Didsbury Good Neighbours
Didsbury Good Neighbours is a charity whose aim is to support senior members of the community through a volunteer befriending service and a programme of activities, including regular socials, arts…
7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1145943)
Alderley Edge: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+55.9%
Projected change in Cheshire East, 2025 to 2035 (13,637 to 21,259). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+24.3%
Projected change in Cheshire East, 2025 to 2035 (96,827 to 120,308). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Cedrics Chemist (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
12
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
8–10 out of 10
Where the 7 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 5 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Alderley Edge
- East Cheshire Hospice · 4.2 milesCQC Good (report published June 2016). CQC page
- Moya Cole Hospice Heald Green · 5.1 milesCQC Good (report published November 2016). CQC page
- Francis House Children's Hospice · 7.6 milesCQC Good (report published February 2022). CQC page
Hospitals near Alderley Edge
- Care homes near Macclesfield District General Hospital · A&E · 4.8 miles
- Care homes near Wythenshawe Hospital · A&E · 6.4 miles
- Care homes near Stepping Hill Hospital · A&E · 7.1 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Alderley Edge a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Alderley Edge
Alderley Edge suits those seeking a semi-rural retirement in the North West with strong family or social ties to the area. The village has a stable community, decent everyday amenities, and access to green space, but limited care-home options mean an early conversation with local providers is essential. Costs run higher than the UK average, so affordability is worth testing against your budget.
Health & support
- Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are present in the village; Manchester's major hospitals are within reach by car or public transport for emergency and specialist care.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was low at 24 offences, though violent crime, drugs and public-order issues featured among them — worth weighing if safety is a priority.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support network are to Alderley Edge; isolation can become a concern if visits are infrequent or travel is difficult for relatives.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in Alderley Edge sit above the national average; confirm exact costs with local providers, as options are limited and prices vary.
- Transport: The village has bus links to nearby towns and Manchester; it is car-dependent for many journeys, so access to transport or a driving network matters if you do not drive.
- Housing options: Only one care home is listed locally, with capacity around 65 beds and a CQC rating of Good — a tight market, so early inquiry and flexible expectations are wise.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Three parks and four allotments offer outdoor interests; fifteen restaurants and cafes plus nine pubs provide social eating and gathering spots.
- Community: The village has a defined community feel; explore local social groups, memory cafés or village events to build a support network beyond family.
- Climate: As a North West village, expect mild but damp winters and cool summers — typical for the region.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Only one home is listed locally, which restricts options if your needs change or if it becomes unsuitable; consider whether you are willing to move further afield.
- Above-average fees: Care costs are higher than the UK average; ensure your finances comfortably cover the fees before committing.
- Car dependency: Much of village life requires a car or reliance on others to drive; if you or your family cannot manage transport, daily life may feel restrictive.
Questions about care homes in Alderley Edge
How many care homes are there in Alderley Edge?
There are 9 care homes listed in and around Alderley Edge on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
How much does a care home in Alderley Edge cost?
Care homes in Alderley Edge range from around £975 to around £1,225 per week, with averages of £1,090 for residential, £1,090 for dementia, £1,067 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Alderley Edge compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Alderley Edge is about £1,090 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Alderley Edge are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
6 of the 9 care homes in and around Alderley Edge are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Alderley Edge?
Homes in and around Alderley Edge offer dementia (7), residential (7), nursing (5), respite (5). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.