Mayfields Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of South Wirral, in the charming town of Ellesmere Port, you'll find Mayfields - a haven for those requiring residential and dementia…
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Care homes offering respite care in South Wirral
There are 3 care homes offering respite care in and around South Wirral on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. Published fees average about £1,011 a week, while Cheshire West and Chester usually pays £887. The largest is Mayfields Care Home, with 46 beds.
Average residential fee in South Wirral: £1,011/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: South Wirral
| 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 | £1,011 |
| Cheshire West and Chester usual weekly rate (2025) | £887 |
| Largest | Mayfields Care Home (46 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in South Wirral
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on North West England data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on North West England data (town-level not yet available)
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Based on North West England 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 September 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in South Wirral is about £1,011/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 South Wirral
The average residential care home in South Wirral costs about £1,011/week, while Cheshire West and Chester’s published usual rate is around £887/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £124/week (≈ £6,448/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in South Wirral
£1,011/wk
Cheshire West and Chester usual rate
£887/wk
Likely top-up gap
£124/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 Cheshire West and Chester’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in South Wirral on the map
- Good
Care homes (3)
0 in South Wirral, 3 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Whetstone Hey Care Home
CQC Good
Tucked away in the welcoming village of Great Sutton in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, you'll find Whetstone Hey, a reputable care home renowned for its exceptional…
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Astbury Lodge Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the serene neighbourhood of Great Sutton, Cheshire, you'll find Astbury Lodge, a warm and inviting care home dedicated to providing top-notch…
DementiaResidentialRespite
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What care costs in South Wirral
Residential (avg)
£1,011/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,011/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Cheshire West and Chester
The average house price in Cheshire West and Chester is £269,039, 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
- £269,039
- Detached
- £437,424
- Semi-detached
- £267,395
- Terraced
- £209,368
- Flats & maisonettes
- £135,450
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 South Wirral
Residential care homes
3 in South WirralDementia care homes
3 in South WirralRespite care
3 in South WirralCommon questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in South Wirral?
AskBart lists 3 care homes offering respite care in and around South Wirral, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in South Wirral 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 South Wirral cost?
Published fees range from £900 to £1,082 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 South Wirral?
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.
Near South Wirral
- Care homes offering respite care in Ellesmere Port (3)
- Care homes offering respite care in Chester (4)
- Care homes offering respite care in Hoylake (6)
- Care homes offering respite care in Newton Le Willows (3)
- Care homes offering respite care in Leigh (4)
- Care homes offering respite care in Nantwich (4)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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