Dementia care homes in Cheadle Hulme
There are 8 dementia care homes in and around Cheadle Hulme on AskBart. 88% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,247 a week, while Stockport usually pays £1,113. The largest is Ladybrook Manor Care Home, with 98 beds.
Average residential fee in Cheadle Hulme: £1,247/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Cheadle Hulme
| Dementia care homes listed | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 7 of 8 (88%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,247 |
| Stockport usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,113 |
| Largest | Ladybrook Manor Care Home (98 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Cherryfield House (December 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
Excellent — safer than 96% of similar areas
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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, March 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
The estimated average residential care fee in Cheadle Hulme is about £1,247/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.
88% of Cheadle Hulme’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around Cheadle Hulme, 2 offer nursing care, 8 offer dementia care and 8 offer residential care.
Based on 8 CQC-rated homes in and around Cheadle Hulme. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Cheadle Hulme costs about £1,247/week, while Stockport’s published usual rate is around £1,113/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £134/week (≈ £6,968/year) to bridge the gap.
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 Stockport’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
- Requires improvement
updated September 2026
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The average house price in Stockport is £314,495, 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
- £314,495
- Detached
- £548,759
- Semi-detached
- £344,461
- Terraced
- £251,311
- Flats & maisonettes
- £173,714
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.
Residential care homes
8 in Cheadle HulmeNursing homes
2 in Cheadle HulmeDementia care homes
8 in Cheadle HulmeRespite care
4 in Cheadle Hulme1 crimes reported in March 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Other crime1
Cheadle Hulme is near 25 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 4 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the Baguley Brook, Bruntwood Hall Brook, Chorlton Brook, Gatley Brook and 8 more. A flood warning means flooding to property is expected when one is in force.
This reflects river and coastal flood areas the Environment Agency monitors near the town centre; it does not include surface-water (flash) flooding. For a specific property, check the government’s long-term flood-risk service.
Uses Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Is Cheadle Hulme a good retirement location?
Cheadle Hulme is a settled suburban choice for later-life living, especially if you value walkable local amenities and easy links to Manchester. It works well for those who want to stay close to a city but in a quieter setting, and who have family connections in the North West. The provision of care homes here means a range of options, though your choice and costs will depend on the individual homes' fees and standards.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy are present locally; Stockport has a major hospital within reasonable reach of the town.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low at 1 offence recorded in the most recent reporting period.
- Family & connection: Consider whether your family are based in or near Greater Manchester, and how often you'd want visits or support from them.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly fees for care homes in Cheadle Hulme vary by home and standard; compare individual homes' charges against the national average to assess affordability for your situation.
- Transport: The town has good bus links within Greater Manchester and rail connections to nearby cities; it is reasonably walkable for everyday tasks, though a car is useful for wider travel.
- Housing options: Several care homes operate in the area, giving you a choice of homes and settings to visit and assess.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Cheadle Hulme has 24 parks and 4 allotments, offering good scope for walks, gardens and outdoor activity. The town also has 26 restaurants and cafes and 17 pubs and bars, plus access to social venues.
- Community: A range of community groups and social activities are typically available in an established suburban town of this size; ask individual homes about memory cafés and local support networks.
- Climate: As a North West town, expect a temperate climate with regular rainfall typical of the region.
Things to weigh up
- Distance from specialist care: If you need ongoing specialist medical support beyond routine GP and pharmacy care, you may need to travel to Stockport or Manchester; confirm distances and travel times with any home you're considering.
- Choice of homes: Care-home provision is available but not as extensive as in larger cities; you may have fewer options than in a major urban centre, so visit and compare early.
How many dementia care homes are there in Cheadle Hulme?
AskBart lists 8 dementia care homes in and around Cheadle Hulme, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Cheadle Hulme rated?
Of the 8 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 7 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Cheadle Hulme cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,247 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 Cheadle Hulme?
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.
Weighing up your options in Cheadle Hulme?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Cheadle Hulme:
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