Sandstones
CQC Good
Sandstones is a 35-bed residential care home operated by Anchor, located on the Wirral in Merseyside.
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Dementia care homes in Wallasey
There are 7 dementia care homes in and around Wallasey on AskBart. 71% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, February 2024). Published fees average about £767 a week, while Wirral usually pays £793. The largest is Millvina House, with 60 beds.
Average residential fee in Wallasey: £767/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Wallasey
| 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 | £767 |
| Wirral usual weekly rate (2025) | £793 |
| Largest | Millvina House (60 beds) |
Data: CQC register, updated February 2024. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Wallasey
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 Wallasey is about £767/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 Wallasey
71% of Wallasey’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — below the national average of 79%.
Good or above in Wallasey
71%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
5 of 7
Of the homes in and around Wallasey, 5 offer nursing care, 7 offer dementia care and 4 offer residential care.
Based on 7 CQC-rated homes in and around Wallasey. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Care homes in Wallasey on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (7)
updated September 2026
Mariners Park Care Home is a 36-bed nursing home in Wallasey, Wirral, providing nursing and dementia care.
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Alcedo Care Liverpool
CQC Good
Alcedo Care Liverpool is a dementia-focused care home providing support for older people aged 65 and over, younger adults under 65, and people with a range…
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Willow Gardens Care Home
CQC Good
Willow Gardens is a not-for-profit Sanctuary Care home in Bootle, Merseyside, offering residential, nursing, palliative and respite care for 46 residents.
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Oxton Grange Care Home
CQC Good
Oxton Grange Care Home is a 60-bed residential care home located in Prenton, Wirral, run by Springcare Group.
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Windy Knowe Nursing Home
CQC Good
Windy Knowe Nursing Home is a 49-bed care home in Oxton, Birkenhead, on the Wirral in Merseyside.
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What care costs in Wallasey
Residential (avg)
£767/week
Dementia (avg)
£767/week
Nursing (avg)
£767/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 Wallasey
Residential care homes
4 in WallaseyNursing homes
5 in WallaseyDementia care homes
7 in WallaseyRespite care
1 in WallaseyCommon questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Wallasey?
AskBart lists 7 dementia care homes in and around Wallasey, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Wallasey 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 Wallasey cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £767 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 Wallasey?
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.
Weighing up your options in Wallasey?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Wallasey:
Near Wallasey
- Dementia care homes in New Brighton (7)
- Dementia care homes in Bootle (6)
- Dementia care homes in Prenton (6)
- Dementia care homes in Birkenhead (10)
- Dementia care homes in Liverpool (10)
- Dementia care homes in Oxton Birkenhead (8)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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