Castle View House
CQC Good
Castle View House is a small residential care home in Rochester, Kent, providing care for 8 residents.
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Dementia care homes in Strood
There are 5 dementia care homes in and around Strood on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Friston House Care Home, with 81 beds. The most recent inspection was at Castle View House in December 2018.
Key facts: Strood
| Dementia care homes listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 5 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Medway usual weekly rate (2025) | £875 |
| Largest | Friston House Care Home (81 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Castle View House (December 2018) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Strood
Low Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 80% of similar areas
Based on Medway data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Medway data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Medway 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
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
The care market in Strood
100% of Strood’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Good or above in Strood
100%
National average
79%
CQC-rated homes
5 of 5
Of the homes in and around Strood, 1 offer nursing care, 5 offer dementia care and 3 offer residential care.
Based on 5 CQC-rated homes in and around Strood. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
Care homes in Strood on the map
- Good
Care homes (5)
0 in Strood, 5 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Watts Healthcare Ltd
CQC Good
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Rochester Care Home
CQC Good
Rochester Care Home is a 64-bed residential care home in Medway, Rochester, operated by Agincare.
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Friston House Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled near the historic charm of Rochester, Friston House is a contemporary, purpose-designed care home offering a spectrum of specialised care services,…
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Copper Beeches Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of Borstal, Kent, Copper Beeches Care Home is a dedicated member of the esteemed Four Seasons Health Care group. This purpose-built haven…
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What care costs in Strood
Dementia (avg)
£1,397/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,313/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Medway
The average house price in Medway is £296,182, 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
- £296,182
- Detached
- £531,901
- Semi-detached
- £351,457
- Terraced
- £273,509
- Flats & maisonettes
- £167,976
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 Strood
Residential care homes
3 in StroodNursing homes
1 in StroodDementia care homes
5 in StroodRespite care
2 in StroodCommon questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Strood?
AskBart lists 5 dementia care homes in and around Strood, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Strood rated?
Of the 5 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Strood cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,397 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 Strood?
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 Strood?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Strood:
Near Strood
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- Dementia care homes in Rochester (5)
- Dementia care homes in Chatham (5)
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- Dementia care homes in Southfleet (5)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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