Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Care homes in Formby
7 homes
There are 7 care homes in and around Formby on AskBart. 71% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Formby Manor Care Home, with 76 beds. The most recent inspection was at Freshfields in June 2023.
- care homes
- 7
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 71%
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Care homes in Formby (7)
1 in Formby, 6 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miDistance from the town centre: 0.2 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 0.9 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.0 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 1.1 miCQC Good
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashcroft House Nursing Home | Good · Jun 2019 | On request | 29 | 6.9 mi | — | 0.1 mi |
| Formby Manor Care Home | Requires improvement · Aug 2022 | On request | 76 | 6.6 mi | — | 0.7 mi |
| Freshfields | Good · Jul 2023 | On request | 35 | 6.2 mi | — | 0.9 mi |
| Halcyon House | Good · Nov 2018 | On request | 31 | 5.7 mi | — | 1.1 mi |
| Locharwoods Care Home | Good · Feb 2019 | On request | 18 | 7.1 mi | — | 0.2 mi |
| Maryland Care Home | Requires improvement · Oct 2025 | On request | 30 | 6.2 mi | — | 0.7 mi |
| Woodlands Lodge Care Home - Formby | Good · Dec 2018 | On request | 40 | 5.8 mi | — | 1.0 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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Formby in numbers
71% of Formby’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 7 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
What Sefton council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 7 (71%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 2 |
| Sefton usual weekly rate (2025) | £799 |
| Largest | Formby Manor Care Home (76 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Freshfields (June 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 |
| Average house price, Sefton (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £225,433 |
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Requires improvement2
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Sefton. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Sefton
The average house price in Sefton is £225,433, 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
- £225,433
- Detached
- £400,086
- Semi-detached
- £250,139
- Terraced
- £184,254
- Flats & maisonettes
- £127,660
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 Formby
Formby is a quiet North West suburb with good green space and decent local services, making it a reasonable choice for those seeking a slower pace near Liverpool. It's particularly suited to people who value parks and walking, though you'll want to check crime figures and care-home availability carefully before deciding.
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 58% 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
94 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime38
- Shoplifting23
- Anti-social behaviour12
- Public order7
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Formby
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
The Formby Befriending Scheme
Aims to relieve the needs and social isolation of elderly people living in Formby, Hightown and Ince Blundell areas of Sefton, Merseyside by offering companionship and support. A volunteer visits…
0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171771)
Charity
Ainsdale Lunch and Leisure
Welcoming facility providing a Luncheon Club 5 days a week with a delivery service to the housebound.Range of weekly activities focussing on Health, Wellbeing & Learning as well as Social…
3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1129183)
Charity
Parkhaven Trust
The charity provides a range of services to support people through the provision of residential care, nursing, domiciliary care and daycare for older people and people with dementia and learning…
5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (210163)
Charity
Sefton O.p.e.r.a.
Sefton O.P.E.R.A is a voluntary organisation working with older people in the community many experiencing dementia and Alzheimers often experiencing isolation our aim is to enable older people to…
7.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1086437)
Charity
Community Lives Matter
We deal with the specific needs found in our local community. We run activities for those who are lonely, elderly, or otherwise vulnerable. We provide services for people with dementia and their…
7.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1189401)
Charity
Age UK Lancashire
We aim to make a positive difference to the lives of all older people in Lancashire, to make later life a more fulfilling and enjoyable experience. We provide effective services to meet locally…
7.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1142294)
Is Formby a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Formby
Formby offers a peaceful, leafy setting with 13 parks and 2 allotments, strong appeal for outdoor-minded retirees. Local services are modest but present—3 supermarkets and a handful of cafes and pubs support day-to-day life. The area suits people who prioritise green space and quiet over urban buzz, though you should verify the range and cost of care homes locally, as choice may be limited.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgeries and pharmacy locations with your GP or local directory; a hospital is within reach of the wider North West region.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the latest period was 50 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public order the most common categories—worth weighing against your own comfort level.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family and support networks are; Formby is suburban and quieter, which suits some but may feel isolating if carers and visitors live far away.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check local care-home fees against the national average; we don't have specific weekly rates for Formby, so contact homes directly to compare affordability in your area.
- Transport: Formby has bus links and is within reach of Liverpool and the wider North West; it is suburban and some locations may require a car for errands beyond the town centre.
- Housing options: Verify the number and type of care homes available locally—choice may be limited, so start your search early.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: 13 parks and 2 allotments offer good scope for walks, gardening and outdoor pursuits; the North West's cooler, wetter climate suits hardy gardeners.
- Community: 5 restaurants and cafes, 1 pub, plus parks suggest modest social life; check whether local care homes or community groups run memory cafés or social clubs.
- Climate: Formby's North West location means typical cool, damp UK weather—prepare for rain and relatively mild winters.
Things to weigh up
- Crime figures: At 50 recorded offences with violent crime and anti-social behaviour among the top categories, crime is a factor to weigh carefully.
- Care-home choice: Limited information suggests you may have fewer homes to choose from locally; early research and visits are advisable.
- Suburban setting: Formby's quiet appeal means fewer restaurants, bars and services than a town centre—check this matches your social needs.
Questions about care homes in Formby
How many care homes are there in Formby?
There are 7 care homes listed in and around Formby on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
Which care homes in Formby are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
5 of the 7 care homes in and around Formby 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 Formby?
Homes in and around Formby offer dementia (1), nursing (1), residential (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
How many care homes in Formby offer dementia care?
1 care home in and around Formby offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's CQC report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.
How safe is the Formby area?
Formby is graded B for safety & peace on AskBart — quieter than 58% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder. This is drawn from police-recorded anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents, compared against similar areas.
Weighing up your options in Formby?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Formby:
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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.