Edwardstow Court Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, Edwardstow Court is a beacon of exceptional dementia, residential, respite…
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Care homes offering respite care in Stow-on-the-Wold
There is 1 care home offering respite care in and around Stow-on-the-Wold on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,395 a week, while Gloucestershire usually pays £923. The largest is Edwardstow Court Care Home, with 48 beds.
Average residential fee in Stow-on-the-Wold: £1,395/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Stow-on-the-Wold
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,395 |
| Gloucestershire usual weekly rate (2025) | £923 |
| Largest | Edwardstow Court Care Home (48 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Stow-on-the-Wold
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 96% of similar areas
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — 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 Stow-on-the-Wold is about £1,395/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 Stow-on-the-Wold
The average residential care home in Stow-on-the-Wold costs about £1,395/week, while Gloucestershire’s published usual rate is around £923/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £472/week (≈ £24,544/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Stow-on-the-Wold
£1,395/wk
Gloucestershire usual rate
£923/wk
Likely top-up gap
£472/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 Gloucestershire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Stow-on-the-Wold on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Stow-on-the-Wold
Residential (avg)
£1,395/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,395/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Cotswold
The average house price in Cotswold is £411,764, 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
- £411,764
- Detached
- £661,465
- Semi-detached
- £392,417
- Terraced
- £334,758
- Flats & maisonettes
- £202,639
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 Stow-on-the-Wold
Residential care homes
1 in Stow-on-the-WoldDementia care homes
1 in Stow-on-the-WoldRespite care
1 in Stow-on-the-WoldSafety
1 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Anti-social behaviour1
Is Stow-on-the-Wold a good retirement location?
Stow-on-the-Wold suits people drawn to a quiet, scenic Cotswolds setting and who have family or personal connections nearby — or who value the town's strong social and dining offer. It is not the easiest place to base yourself if you rely on frequent specialist medical care or need a wide range of local care homes to choose from. The town's over-65 share of 22.1 per cent is notably higher than the national average of 18.6 per cent, confirming its appeal as a retirement destination.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy are present in the town; the nearest hospital with A&E is in a neighbouring market town, requiring a short journey by car or taxi.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low at 1 offence in 2026-04, with anti-social behaviour the most common incident type.
- Family & connection: Consider whether family members or close friends are within reasonable visiting distance — isolation can be a real concern in smaller market towns.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in the South West region tend to run slightly above the national average; you should compare specific local provision rates with your budget and national benchmarks.
- Transport: The town has limited bus services to nearby larger towns and cities; a personal car or regular taxi use is practical for most outings. Walking is pleasant within the town centre.
- Housing options: Care home provision in Stow-on-the-Wold is modest in number; you may need to consider homes in neighbouring larger towns if choice is important to you.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Two parks and two allotments provide outdoor space; the surrounding Cotswolds landscape offers good walking country.
- Community: Twenty-two restaurants and cafes and six pubs support an active social life; the town has a reputation as a gathering place, though you should check what formal community groups or memory cafés exist locally before committing.
- Climate: The Cotswolds region experiences a typical English climate — cool winters and mild summers, with higher rainfall than southern lowlands.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care home choice: The town has few care homes, so your options will be restricted; moving to a larger nearby centre may give you more selection and competitive pricing.
- Distance to specialist care: A&E and specialist services are not on your doorstep; this matters if you have health conditions requiring frequent hospital visits.
- Modest everyday services: Only one supermarket serves the population; you may find shopping and errands less convenient than in larger towns.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Stow-on-the-Wold?
AskBart lists 1 care home offering respite care in and around Stow-on-the-Wold, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Stow-on-the-Wold rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Stow-on-the-Wold?
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.
Weighing up your options in Stow-on-the-Wold?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Stow-on-the-Wold:
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