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Care homes offering respite care in Birkenhead

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There are 5 care homes offering respite care in and around Birkenhead on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £890 a week, while Wirral usually pays £793. The largest is The Grove, with 63 beds.

care homes
5
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
75%
typical residential fee
£890/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Wirral council pays
£793/wk

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Birkenhead

Care homes in Birkenhead (5)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Daleside Care HomeGood£890433.1 mi—1.4 mi
St George's Care HomesGood · Jul 2023On request503.2 mi—2.1 mi
Summer FieldsGood · May 2018On request503.4 mi—1.6 mi
The Grove—On request632.5 mi—0.7 mi
Victoria House (Wallasey)Requires improvement · May 2024On request562.8 mi—2.0 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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Birkenhead in numbers

The average residential care home in Birkenhead costs about £890/week, while Wirral’s published usual rate is around £793/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £97/week (about £5,044/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 Wirral council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes offering respite care listed5
Rated Good or Outstanding3 of 4 (75%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£890
Wirral usual weekly rate (2025)£793
LargestThe Grove (63 beds)
Most recently inspectedSt George's Care Homes (May 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 5 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 3 · Respite 5
Average house price, Wirral (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£215,575
Good3
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Birkenhead£890/wk
  • Nursing, Birkenhead£890/wk
  • Dementia, Birkenhead£890/wk
  • Wirral average£1,052/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Wirral usual rate£793/wk

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

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in Wirral

The average house price in Wirral is £215,575, 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
£215,575
Detached
£385,588
Semi-detached
£245,227
Terraced
£171,544
Flats & maisonettes
£122,041

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 Birkenhead

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 9% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk!

Flood warning area nearby — 5 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Irish Sea.

551 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime192
  • Shoplifting61
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Drugs48
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026; flood: Environment Agency.

Community & connection in Birkenhead

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

Charity

Age Concern Wirral

We provides support, services & activities to promote well-being and resilience of people in the local community, with a specific focus on people in later life. Our work includes information and…

1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1034510)
Charity

Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton

Provide services and activities for older people.Campaigns with and advocates on behalf of older people.Supports the development of older peoples organisations.

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (517902)
Charity

South Central Community Transport Limited

The objects of the charity are:1. Community transport2. Provision of facilities for recreation, or other leisure time occupation and interests of Social Welfare or in pursuant of employment.

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096317)
Charity

Liverpool Community Transport Limited

L.C.T. is a not for profit organisation committed to provide a "Safe, Affordable, Reliable and Accessible transport and repair service to its City Wide Community Groups"

3.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (515736)
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…

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1086437)
Charity

Sefton Carers Centre

To support carers in the provision of centre based and outreach services eg.support groups,holistic care,advocacy,information data base,social events and welfare benefits advice.

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1050808)

Birkenhead: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+41.3%
Projected change in Wirral, 2025 to 2035 (9,960 to 14,075). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+16.5%
Projected change in Wirral, 2025 to 2035 (75,148 to 87,523). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
10
Nearest: Jamieson's Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
41
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.6%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 95.9% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–8 out of 10
Where the 39 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Birkenhead

  • Wirral Hospice St John's · 3.7 milesCQC Good (report published October 2022). CQC page
  • Claire House Children's Hospice · 3.9 milesCQC Outstanding (report published December 2019). CQC page
  • Woodlands Hospice · 6.5 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Birkenhead

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Birkenhead a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Birkenhead

Birkenhead suits people seeking a lively, affordable setting with good everyday amenities and green space, and who are comfortable in a busier urban area. It's not the quietest retirement choice — crime is above the national average — but the range of local activities, reasonable care-home provision, and value make it worth serious consideration if you have local ties or don't mind a more built-up environment.

Health & support

  • Medical access: A range of GP surgeries and pharmacies are within easy reach, and you are close to major hospital services across the Mersey in Liverpool.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 551 offences, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — notably higher than many quieter retirement areas.
  • Family & connection: Consider how far family or regular visitors are from Birkenhead; strong local ties or weekly support are a real asset in a busier setting.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in the North West are generally below the national average, making Birkenhead a more affordable option for residential care than the South or London region.
  • Transport: Good bus services and Merseyrail rail links connect to Liverpool and beyond; the town is walkable for everyday needs, though some journeys may require public transport or a car.
  • Housing options: Several care homes operate in the area, offering a choice of provision, though availability and quality vary — viewing and visiting multiple homes is essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 12 parks and 5 allotments, plus 30 restaurants and cafes and 39 pubs and bars, supporting active social and dining life.
  • Community: Local clubs, community groups and social venues are well established; waterfront attractions and cultural links to Liverpool add to engagement opportunities.
  • Climate: North West weather is typical for the region — mild winters, cool summers, and rainfall more frequent than southern England.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Recorded offences are notably higher than in many retirement destinations, with violent crime a significant part of the picture — a major factor if safety and quietness matter to you.
  • Busier setting: Birkenhead is urban and lively, not a quiet rural retreat; if you prefer a gentler pace, a smaller market town may suit you better.
  • Local ties: The town works well if you have family, friends or community roots nearby; without them, isolation can be sharper in a faster-paced urban area.

Questions about care homes in Birkenhead

How many care homes offering respite care are there in Birkenhead?

AskBart lists 5 care homes offering respite care in and around Birkenhead, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are care homes offering respite care in Birkenhead rated?

Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Birkenhead?

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.

Weighing up your options in Birkenhead?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Birkenhead

Near Birkenhead

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our respite care guides.

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