Hoylake Cottage
CQC Good
Hoylake Cottage is a nursing home in Hoylake, Wirral, providing care for 62 residents.
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Dementia care homes in Hoylake
There are 7 dementia care homes in and around Hoylake on AskBart. 71% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, March 2018). Published fees average about £992 a week, while Wirral usually pays £793. The largest is Hoylake Cottage, with 62 beds.
Average residential fee in Hoylake: £992/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Hoylake
| Dementia care homes listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 7 (71%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 2 |
| Average published weekly fee | £992 |
| Wirral usual weekly rate (2025) | £793 |
| Largest | Hoylake Cottage (62 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated March 2018. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Hoylake
SafetyB
Good — safer than 56% of similar areas
Based on Wirral data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Wirral data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Wirral 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 Hoylake is about £992/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.
The care market in Hoylake
71% of Hoylake’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — below the national average of 79%.
Good or above in Hoylake
71%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
5 of 7
Of the homes in and around Hoylake, 3 offer nursing care, 7 offer dementia care and 6 offer residential care.
Based on 7 CQC-rated homes in and around Hoylake. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Council funding & top-up in Hoylake
The average residential care home in Hoylake costs about £992/week, while Wirral’s published usual rate is around £793/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £199/week (≈ £10,348/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Hoylake
£992/wk
Wirral usual rate
£793/wk
Likely top-up gap
£199/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 Wirral’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Hoylake on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (7)
2 in Hoylake, 5 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Westhaven Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the welcoming neighbourhood of Hoylake, on the Wirral, you'll find Westhaven, a newly constructed care home that specialises in providing top-notch…
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Nestled in the charming neighbourhood of West Kirby, you'll discover the welcoming environment of The Dales Care Home. The Dales boasts spacious, light-filled…
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Nestled in the charming neighbourhood of West Kirby, you'll discover the welcoming environment of The Dales Care Home. The Dales boasts spacious, light-filled…
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Riversdale Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the tranquil residential area of West Kirby, along the picturesque Merseyside coastline, you'll find the welcoming Riversdale Care Home. This gem,…
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The Manor House Care Home
CQC Good
The Manor House is a Bupa care home in Upton, Wirral, offering nursing, residential, respite and day care, with all-en-suite rooms and huge gardens with a…
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Caldy Manor Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the charming village of Caldy on the Wirral, Caldy Manor is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, and respite…
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What care costs in Hoylake
Residential (avg)
£992/week
Dementia (avg)
£992/week
Nursing (avg)
£950/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Hoylake
Residential care homes
6 in HoylakeNursing homes
3 in HoylakeDementia care homes
7 in HoylakeRespite care
6 in HoylakeCommon questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Hoylake?
AskBart lists 7 dementia care homes in and around Hoylake, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Hoylake rated?
Of the 7 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 2 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Hoylake cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £992 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 Hoylake?
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.
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