Stanecroft Care Home
CQC Good
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Dementia care homes in Dorking
There is 1 dementia care home in and around Dorking on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,579 a week, while Surrey usually pays £952. The largest is Stanecroft Care Home, with 50 beds.
Average residential fee in Dorking: £1,579/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Dorking
| Dementia care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,579 |
| Surrey usual weekly rate (2025) | £952 |
| Largest | Stanecroft Care Home (50 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Dorking
Green SurroundingsWell Served
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).
SafetyB
Good — safer than 42% of similar areas
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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 Dorking is about £1,579/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 Dorking
The average residential care home in Dorking costs about £1,579/week, while Surrey’s published usual rate is around £952/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £627/week (≈ £32,604/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Dorking
£1,579/wk
Surrey usual rate
£952/wk
Likely top-up gap
£627/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 Surrey’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Dorking on the map
- Good
Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Dorking
Residential (avg)
£1,579/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,579/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Mole Valley
The average house price in Mole Valley is £540,160, 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
- £540,160
- Detached
- £963,059
- Semi-detached
- £548,710
- Terraced
- £439,432
- Flats & maisonettes
- £279,267
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 Dorking
Residential care homes
1 in DorkingDementia care homes
1 in DorkingRespite care
1 in DorkingSafety
131 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime39
- Burglary26
- Anti-social behaviour18
- Public order13
Flood riskFlood warning area nearby
Dorking is near 4 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 3 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the Burstow Stream, Gatwick Stream, Ifield Brook, Law Brook and 3 more. A flood warning means flooding to property is expected when one is in force.
This reflects river and coastal flood areas the Environment Agency monitors near the town centre; it does not include surface-water (flash) flooding. For a specific property, check the government’s long-term flood-risk service.
Uses Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Is Dorking a good retirement location?
Dorking suits those wanting a settled South East location with reasonable local services and outdoor access, and who are comfortable with a town environment rather than a quiet village. The area has a marginally higher share of over-65 residents than the national average, indicating established later-life support networks. Cost of care and family proximity will be the main deciding factors for individual households.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; Dorking is within reach of a district hospital and emergency services.
- Safety: Recorded crime stands at 131 offences in the latest reporting period, with violent crime, burglary and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — higher than some quieter areas, so worth assessing personally if this concerns you.
- Family & connection: Consider how close family and friends live; being a town with good road links, it may suit those with nearby relatives or those willing to travel to visit regularly.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care fees in Dorking sit above the national average for the South East region; check individual homes for variation, as costs can differ significantly.
- Transport: Dorking has bus services and rail links to nearby cities, and the town centre is reasonably walkable for everyday tasks, though some facilities may require a short journey.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operates in the area, offering choice for those seeking residential care placements.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Seven parks and six allotments provide outdoor space; the town also has 48 restaurants and cafés and 18 pubs and bars, supporting social activities.
- Community: A modest population of later-life residents suggests established social groups and community networks; worth exploring what memory cafés or activity groups are available locally.
- Climate: South East England has a temperate, generally milder climate than much of the UK, though winters can be damp and springs variable.
Things to weigh up
- Above-average crime: Recorded crime is notably higher than in some retirement areas, particularly for violent offences and burglary — visit at different times and speak to current residents about how safe they feel day-to-day.
- Regional care costs: Fees are above the national average, so affordability will depend on your personal budget and pension arrangements.
Common questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Dorking?
AskBart lists 1 dementia care home in and around Dorking, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Dorking rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Dorking cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,579 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 Dorking?
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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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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