Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miCare homes in Kirkby Stephen
2 homes
There are 2 care homes in and around Kirkby Stephen on AskBart. The largest is Stobars Hall, with 38 beds. The most recent inspection was at Stobars Hall in February 2022.
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Care homes in Kirkby Stephen (2)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
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Kirkby Stephen in numbers
| Care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Westmorland and Furness usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,039 |
| Largest | Stobars Hall (38 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Stobars Hall (February 2022) |
| Average house price, Westmorland and Furness (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £230,066 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Westmorland and Furness. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Westmorland and Furness
The average house price in Westmorland and Furness is £230,066, 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
- £230,066
- Detached
- £391,284
- Semi-detached
- £249,512
- Terraced
- £186,366
- Flats & maisonettes
- £133,604
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 Kirkby Stephen
- High Retirement Community
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
Safety & PeaceC
Limited — quieter than 8% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
19 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime8
- Public order3
- Shoplifting2
- Anti-social behaviour2
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, July 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Kirkby Stephen
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Upper Eden Linking Lives
Upper Eden Linking Lives is a befriending service aimed at adults who are experiencing loneliness or find themselves requiring some extra friendship and support, and this is provided through…
1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1201147)
Charity
Age Concern Appleby and District
Age Concern Appleby & District have two shops in the town. both run entirely by volunteers. We have no paid staff what so ever and all money raised, after expenses, rates, rents etc is given to…
8.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (517868)
Questions about care homes in Kirkby Stephen
How many care homes are there in Kirkby Stephen?
There are 2 care homes listed in and around Kirkby Stephen on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
Which care homes in Kirkby Stephen are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
2 of the 2 care homes in and around Kirkby Stephen are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
How safe is the Kirkby Stephen area?
Kirkby Stephen is graded C for safety & peace on AskBart — quieter than 8% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population). This is drawn from police-recorded anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents, compared against similar areas.
Can I get council funding for care in Kirkby Stephen?
If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Westmorland and Furness Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.
What other nearby areas have care homes in Westmorland and Furness?
If you're widening your search beyond Kirkby Stephen, nearby areas with care homes include Alston, Appleby In Westmorland, Askam In Furness, Barrow In Furness and Dalton-in-furness. You can browse each from the list of nearby locations on this page.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.