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Care homes in Cheshire West and Chester
67 homes
There are 67 care homes in and around Cheshire West and Chester on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,198 a week, while Cheshire West and Chester usually pays £887. The largest is Orchard Manor Care Home, with 93 beds.
- care homes
- 67
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 75%
- typical residential fee
- £1,198/wkbelow the UK average of £1,705
- what Cheshire West and Chester council pays
- £887/wk
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Care homes in Cheshire West and Chester (67)
0 in Cheshire West and Chester, 67 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026
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- Inadequate
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Areas in Cheshire West and Chester
- Chester 25
- Ellesmere Port 11
- Frodsham 6
- Malpas 1
- Neston 4
- Northwich 12
- South Wirral 1
- Tarporley 3
- Winsford 4
Cheshire West and Chester in numbers
75% of Cheshire West and Chester’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 61 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Cheshire West and Chester costs about £1,198/week, while Cheshire West and Chester’s published usual rate is around £887/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £311/week (about £16,172/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 West and Chester council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 67 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 46 of 61 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 15 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,198 |
| Cheshire West and Chester usual weekly rate (2025) | £887 |
| Largest | Orchard Manor Care Home (93 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Thornton House Residential Home (December 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 21 · Nursing 16 · Dementia 21 · Respite 10 |
| Average house price, Cheshire West and Chester (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £269,039 |
Good46
Requires improvement13
Inadequate2
Not yet rated6
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 West and Chester's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Cheshire West and Chester
The average house price in Cheshire West and Chester is £269,039, 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
- £269,039
- Detached
- £437,424
- Semi-detached
- £267,395
- Terraced
- £209,368
- Flats & maisonettes
- £135,450
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 Cheshire West and Chester
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 59% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Based on Cheshire data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Cheshire data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Cheshire data (town-level not yet available)
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Based on Cheshire 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 & 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. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Cheshire West and Chester
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Age Concern Cheshire
Advocacy, Day Care, Independent Living, Supporting You, Falls Prevention, Befriending, Information & Advice inc Welfare Benefits, Phonelink, Get Active, Adult Education & IT classes, Arts project,…
4.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1091608)
Charity
Cheshire Carers Centre
Provides information, advice and support to unpaid Carers of people with a disability illness or frailty.
4.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1092606)
Charity
OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire)
Improving the well-being of older people who are in need of social inclusion because they are housebound or socially isolated, through 1) OPAL Clubs operating in Frodsham, Helsby, Kelsall, Malpas,…
5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1143753)
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Questions about care homes in Cheshire West and Chester
How many care homes are there in Cheshire West and Chester?
There are 67 care homes listed in and around Cheshire West and Chester 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 Cheshire West and Chester cost?
Care homes in Cheshire West and Chester range from around £700 to around £1,927 per week, with averages of £1,198 for residential, £1,198 for dementia, £1,423 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Cheshire West and Chester compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Cheshire West and Chester is about £1,198 per week — below the UK average of £1,705. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Cheshire West and Chester are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
46 of the 67 care homes in and around Cheshire West and Chester 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 Cheshire West and Chester?
Homes in and around Cheshire West and Chester offer dementia (21), residential (21), nursing (16), respite (10). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Cheshire West and Chester?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Cheshire West and Chester:
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