Residential care homes in Stoke Poges
There are 4 residential care homes in and around Stoke Poges on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,443 a week, while Buckinghamshire usually pays £1,188. The largest is Oak House Care Home, with 120 beds.
Average residential fee in Stoke Poges: £1,443/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Stoke Poges
| Residential care homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 3 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,443 |
| Buckinghamshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,188 |
| Largest | Oak House Care Home (120 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Farnham Common House (February 2019) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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).
Good — safer than 34% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Buckinghamshire data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Buckinghamshire data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Buckinghamshire 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.
The estimated average residential care fee in Stoke Poges is about £1,443/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 average residential care home in Stoke Poges costs about £1,443/week, while Buckinghamshire’s published usual rate is around £1,188/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £255/week (≈ £13,260/year) to bridge the gap.
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 Buckinghamshire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
updated September 2026
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The average house price in Buckinghamshire is £490,508, 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
- £490,508
- Detached
- £875,480
- Semi-detached
- £482,969
- Terraced
- £385,998
- Flats & maisonettes
- £241,795
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.
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Stoke Poges is a well-provisioned town with a slightly above-average share of residents aged 65+ (19.1% vs a national average of 18.6%), suggesting a fairly settled later-life community. It has solid access to shops, green space and eating out. The main question is whether local care-home provision matches your needs and budget, and whether the recorded-crime rate (which includes violent crime and public order offences) sits comfortably with you. Suits people who value walkable town amenities and a range of social activities over a quieter rural setting.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to check GP surgeries and pharmacies in your immediate area; distances to acute hospitals depend on your postcode within the town, so ask any care home directly.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 434 offences, with violent crime and public order offences among the most common types — higher than some quieter areas, so weigh this carefully.
- Family & connection: Ask yourself whether family or close friends are within visiting distance, and whether the social mix of the care home will matter to you.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check local care-home weekly fees against the national average and your budget; Stoke Poges is in the South East, a generally pricier region, so expect fees to reflect that.
- Transport: The town has 9 supermarkets and a range of restaurants and cafes, making it fairly walkable for daily needs if you're mobile; confirm bus and rail links to nearby centres if you need to travel further.
- Housing options: Verify directly with providers what choice and size of care homes are available locally — supply varies.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: 33 parks, 5 allotments, 56 restaurants and cafes, and 21 pubs and bars offer good scope for outdoor activity and socialising.
- Community: With a substantial population and established facilities, you should find clubs and groups; ask any prospective care home about memory cafés and on-site activities.
- Climate: South East England typically sees mild winters and moderate rainfall — broadly comfortable, though winters can be damp.
Things to weigh up
- Crime rate: Violent crime and public order offences are relatively common here; factor this into your sense of personal safety and the area's feel.
- Care-home availability: Stoke Poges is sizable, but local provision may be limited or pricier than in less affluent regions — confirm choice and fees early.
- Regional costs: As a South East location, care fees and general living costs are likely above the national average — budget accordingly.
How many residential care homes are there in Stoke Poges?
AskBart lists 4 residential care homes in and around Stoke Poges, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Stoke Poges rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Stoke Poges cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,443 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Stoke Poges?
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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
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