The Old Vicarage Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the charming village of Burtonwood, just a stone's throw away from Warrington, you'll find The Old Vicarage. This gem is part of the esteemed…
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Care homes offering respite care in Newton Le Willows
There are 3 care homes offering respite care in and around Newton Le Willows on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. Published fees average about £858 a week, while St. Helens usually pays £800. The largest is The Old Vicarage Care Home, with 60 beds.
Average residential fee in Newton Le Willows: £858/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Newton Le Willows
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £858 |
| St. Helens usual weekly rate (2025) | £800 |
| Largest | The Old Vicarage Care Home (60 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Newton Le Willows
Green SurroundingsWell Served
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).
SafetyC
Limited — safer than 23% of similar areas
Based on St. Helens data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on St. Helens data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on St. Helens 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 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, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Newton Le Willows is about £858/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.
Council funding & top-up in Newton Le Willows
The average residential care home in Newton Le Willows costs about £858/week, while St. Helens’s published usual rate is around £800/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £58/week (≈ £3,016/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Newton Le Willows
£858/wk
St. Helens usual rate
£800/wk
Likely top-up gap
£58/wk
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 St. Helens’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Newton Le Willows on the map
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Care homes (3)
updated September 2026
Madison Court Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of the charming town of St Helens in Cheshire, Madison Court is a bespoke care home that offers a warm and welcoming environment for the…
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Golborne House Care Home
CQC Good
Golborne House, nestled in the heart of Golborne, Warrington, is a warm and inviting residential care home that is part of the esteemed Minster Care Group.…
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What care costs in Newton Le Willows
Residential (avg)
£858/week
Dementia (avg)
£893/week
Nursing (avg)
£893/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in St Helens
The average house price in St Helens is £186,435, 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
- £186,435
- Detached
- £307,889
- Semi-detached
- £201,913
- Terraced
- £154,767
- Flats & maisonettes
- £98,512
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.
Types of care in Newton Le Willows
Residential care homes
2 in Newton Le WillowsNursing homes
2 in Newton Le WillowsDementia care homes
2 in Newton Le WillowsRespite care
3 in Newton Le WillowsIs Newton Le Willows a good retirement location?
Newton Le Willows is a practical, unpretentious place to retire. It has 10 supermarkets, 17 parks and 40 pubs, and sits within reach of larger centres. It's a good fit for those seeking a compact, accessible town with genuine local life — less polished than southern retirement hotspots, but more grounded and neighbourly. Affordability and community feel tend to matter more here than glossy facilities.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries are available in the town; pharmacies and nearby hospital services serve the area, though you may need to travel to larger centres for specialist care.
- Safety: Recorded crime was 413 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour among the most common. This is a consideration for those sensitive to crime data.
- Family & connection: Think carefully about where your family and friends live — Newton Le Willows suits people with local ties or those content with bus and rail links to visit relatives further afield.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in the North West are generally below the national average, making this a more affordable region for residential or nursing care.
- Transport: The town has bus services and rail links to nearby cities, reducing reliance on a car. Town centre amenities are within walking distance for many.
- Housing options: Newton Le Willows has care home provision available; your choice will depend on local operators and vacancies at the time you're considering a move.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 17 parks and 5 allotments, plus 24 restaurants and cafés and 40 pubs, offering scope for walks, social groups and dining out.
- Community: Pubs and cafés are frequent gathering points; you'll want to check what memory cafés or formal support groups operate locally.
- Climate: North West England experiences typical British weather — cooler, wetter winters and mild summers. Expect regular rain and some cloud.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: Recorded crime figures, especially for violent crime and anti-social behaviour, are above what some people feel comfortable with; check local police data and visit at different times of day.
- Care home choice: The availability and range of homes in Newton Le Willows may be more limited than in larger cities — early enquiry and flexibility are wise.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Newton Le Willows?
AskBart lists 3 care homes offering respite care in and around Newton Le Willows, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Newton Le Willows rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in Newton Le Willows cost?
Published fees range from £850 to £921 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Newton Le Willows?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
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