Care homes in Stockport – page 2

55 homes

There are 55 care homes in and around Stockport on AskBart. 72% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,177 a week, while Stockport usually pays £1,113. The largest is Ladybrook Manor Care Home, with 98 beds.

care homes
55
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
72%
typical residential fee
£1,177/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Stockport council pays
£1,113/wk

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Stockport

Care homes in Stockport (55)

51 in Stockport, 4 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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FernleaGood · Jun 2021On request480.9 mi—
Grove Lodge Care HomeGood · Jan 2024On request191.3 mi—
Hillbrook GrangeRequires improvement · Feb 2023On request412.1 mi—
Hilltop Court Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2026On request502.4 mi—
Hilltop Hall Care HomeRequires improvement£1,016542.4 mi—
Inglewood Residential Care HomeGood · Aug 2019On request223.7 mi—
Ladybrook Manor Care HomeGood£1,325981.9 mi—
Lisburne CourtGood · Jul 2021On request480.8 mi—
Lynmere Nursing HomeGood · Nov 2023On request240.5 mi—
Marple Dale Hall - The New WindsorGood · Apr 2023On request632.6 mi—
Marple Lodge Care HomeGood · Aug 2021On request203.2 mi—
Meadway CourtRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request422.3 mi—
Mellor Nook Residential Care HomeGood · Jun 2022On request155.1 mi—
Newlands Nursing & Residential HomeGood · May 2021On request723.3 mi—
Oakview Residential Care HomeGood · Feb 2024On request122.4 mi—
Oakwood Acquired Brain Injury Rehabilitation ServiceRequires improvement · Jul 2025On request131.2 mi—
Parklands Residential Care HomeGood · Jul 2018On request402.4 mi—
Peel Moat Care HomeGood£900313.2 mi—
Plane Tree CourtGood · May 2025On request662.2 mi—
Priestnall CourtGood · Jan 2018On request243.4 mi—
Reinbek Care HomeGood£1,100460.9 mi—
Richard House Care HomeGood · Nov 2025On request331.3 mi—
Rushes House Care HomeGood · Aug 2023On request173.1 mi—
Shepley HouseRequires improvement · Aug 2023On request431.0 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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Stockport in numbers

72% of Stockport’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 53 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Stockport costs about £1,177/week, while Stockport’s published usual rate is around £1,113/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £64/week (about £3,328/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 Stockport council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed55
Rated Good or Outstanding38 of 53 (72%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate15
Average published weekly fee£1,177
Stockport usual weekly rate (2025)£1,113
LargestLadybrook Manor Care Home (98 beds)
Most recently inspectedCherry Tree House (January 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 22 · Nursing 8 · Dementia 23 · Respite 8
Average house price, Stockport (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£314,495
Outstanding1
Good37
Requires improvement15
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Stockport£1,177/wk
  • Nursing, Stockport£1,016/wk
  • Dementia, Stockport£1,247/wk
  • Greater Manchester average£1,111/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Stockport usual rate£1,113/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Greater Manchester. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Stockport's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

Data: CQC register, updated October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Stockport

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.

Living in Stockport

Stockport is a well-served town in the North West with a solid range of care homes and good everyday amenities. It suits people who value a traditional high street feel and easy access to Manchester, and who want to stay close to existing local ties.

  • Cultural Hub
  • Green Surroundings
  • Well Served
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 91% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityA

Excellent — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

2 crimes reported in March 2026, Police.uk.

  • Drugs1
  • Violent crime1
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, Mar 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Stockport

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Burnage Good Neighbours

Voluntary Care Group assisting the older people of the area with visiting, shopping, befriending, advice, practical tasks and social activities for our client base. Health related classes for…

2.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1146074)
Charity

Levenshulme Good Neighbours

Levenshulme good neighbours supports older people living in the levenshulme area of manchester. our work involves recruiting volunteer befrienders from the area who help people in a wide range of…

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1163827)
Charity

Assist

Assist is a volunteer-led charity based in Withington, (est 1969). Our main focus is to reduce social isolation and loneliness in our local elderly population.We host a weekly lunch club and…

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1062675)
Charity

Rusholme Fallowfield and Moss Side Good Neighbours

Rusholme Fallowfield and Moss Side Good Neighbours combats the damaging impact of social isolation on the health and wellbeing of older people and adults with health problems or disabilities by…

4.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1182345)
Charity

Chorlton Good Neighbours

Chorlton Good Neighbours recruits local volunteers to help support older people in Chorlton , Chorlton Park and Whalley Range. Services include transport , visiting and 1-1 support, small DIY and…

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1013285)
Charity

The Cyril Flint Volunteer Charity

We aim to tackle loneliness and social Isolation in older people in Trafford and parts of South Manchester by offering a free one to one befriending service, accepting referrals of older people…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1146179)

Stockport: health, services and environment

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Is Stockport a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Stockport

Stockport offers a straightforward retirement option with decent local care provision and everyday services. A majority of its care homes are rated good or very good by the CQC, though one requires improvement. It suits families who want to keep costs reasonable and stay within reach of the North West, and who value an established community feel over a purpose-built retirement resort.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Stockport has several GP surgeries and pharmacies within the town, and the hospital at Stockport NHS Trust serves the area for emergency and specialist care.
  • Safety: The area recorded 2 offences in March 2026, with drugs and violent crime among the most common types. This is lower than many urban areas, though visitors should apply normal town-centre caution.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close family members are and whether you have existing social roots in Stockport or nearby Manchester; this will shape how isolated or supported you feel day-to-day.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care home fees here sit around the national average for the region; Stockport is not a premium location, so costs are generally accessible compared to southern England.
  • Transport: The town has direct bus routes and rail links to Manchester and beyond, making it easy to visit family or access bigger-city services. Town-centre areas are walkable; outer residential roads are quieter and may need a car or taxis for some journeys.
  • Housing options: Six care homes are listed locally, ranging from roughly 46 to 98 beds, giving a modest choice of size and style.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Stockport has 30 parks and 11 allotments, plus a strong high street of cafes, pubs and restaurants (77 cafes and restaurants, 68 pubs and bars recorded), so there is scope for regular outings and social connection.
  • Community: The range of eating and drinking venues supports informal social groups; ask any home you are considering about links to memory cafés and local clubs.
  • Climate: As a North West town, Stockport experiences typical English climate: mild but wet winters and cool summers; you may want to ensure a care home has good indoor activity space.

Things to weigh up

  • Mixed CQC ratings: One home requires improvement; while most are rated good or very good, inspect any shortlist carefully rather than assuming all provision is the same standard.
  • Limited choice of homes: Only six care homes are listed locally, so your options are narrower than in a larger town; it may be worth widening your search to nearby areas if your needs are specific.

Questions about care homes in Stockport

How many care homes are there in Stockport?

There are 55 care homes listed in and around Stockport 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 Stockport cost?

Care homes in Stockport range from around £900 to around £1,545 per week, with averages of £1,177 for residential, £1,247 for dementia, £1,016 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Stockport compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Stockport is about £1,177 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Stockport are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

38 of the 55 care homes in and around Stockport are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Stockport?

Homes in and around Stockport offer dementia (23), residential (22), nursing (8), respite (8). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Stockport?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Stockport:

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