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Dementia care homes in Sutton Coldfield

12 homes

There are 12 dementia care homes in and around Sutton Coldfield on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,358 a week, while Birmingham usually pays £874. The largest is Asprey Court Care Home, with 86 beds.

care homes
12
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
75%
typical residential fee
£1,358/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Birmingham council pays
£874/wk

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Sutton Coldfield

Care homes in Sutton Coldfield (12)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Abbey Rose Care HomeGood · Dec 2020On request853.5 mi—2.3 mi
Asprey Court Care HomeGood · Feb 2024On request862.5 mi—0.6 mi
Berwood Court Care HomeGood · Oct 2021On request742.9 mi—2.3 mi
Bishops Manor Care HomeGood£1,525651.5 mi—1.0 mi
Boldmere Court Care HomeRequires improvement · Feb 2023On request682.4 mi—0.7 mi
Cedar Lodge Care HomeGood£1,214472.5 mi—2.0 mi
Hafod Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2025On request290.6 mi—2.1 mi
Priestley Rose Nursing HomeGood · Aug 2023On request472.2 mi—2.0 mi
Sutton Park Grange Care HomeGood£1,335641.3 mi—0.8 mi
Sutton Rose Care HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2021On request852.0 mi—0.8 mi
The Ridings Care HomeGood · Aug 2025On request833.5 mi—2.3 mi
Wyndley Grange Nursing HomeGood · Jan 2018On request641.1 mi—1.4 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Sutton Coldfield in numbers

75% of Sutton Coldfield’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 12 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Sutton Coldfield costs about £1,358/week, while Birmingham’s published usual rate is around £874/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £484/week (about £25,168/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

What Birmingham council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Dementia care homes listed12
Rated Good or Outstanding9 of 12 (75%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,358
Birmingham usual weekly rate (2025)£874
LargestAsprey Court Care Home (86 beds)
Most recently inspectedAsprey Court Care Home (December 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Nursing 11 · Dementia 12 · Respite 5
Average house price, Birmingham (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£234,150
Good9
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Sutton Coldfield£1,358/wk
  • Nursing, Sutton Coldfield£1,370/wk
  • Dementia, Sutton Coldfield£1,358/wk
  • Birmingham average£1,110/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Birmingham usual rate£874/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Birmingham. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Birmingham's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Birmingham

The average house price in Birmingham is £234,150, 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
£234,150
Detached
£441,597
Semi-detached
£274,447
Terraced
£220,906
Flats & maisonettes
£146,467

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.

Living in Sutton Coldfield

  • Green Surroundings
  • Well 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, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 40% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

230 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime100
  • Shoplifting41
  • Vehicle crime23
  • Burglary12
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 & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Sutton Coldfield

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age Connects West Midlands

Age Concern Birmingham is the foremost voluntary agency supporting older people, their families and carers. The services provided include, but are not exclusive to, day centres, luncheon clubs,…

1.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (518610)
Charity

Asian Elderly & Community Welfare Association (Aecwa)

We are a drop in day centre for the elderly in the community. We also help with form filling, giving advice and English classes. We give information on disability and health on a regular basis to…

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1090918)
Charity

Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell

Befriending service for people with dementiaWeekly clubs for people with dementiaSupport service for family carers of people with dementiaDementia-awareness training for Social Services/Healthcare…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133484)
Charity

Cape Community Care Day Centre

Our Day Care Service for the Vulnerable Elderly within our community, offering healthy &freshly cooked meals, Mental /Physical stimulation, Social interactions & Outings, Digital introduction &…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122721)
Charity

Yemeni Day Centre

The charity provides a drop in service and day opportunities which aims to deliver welfare and support services to all older people especially those who are frail or disabled and adult carers,…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1095640)
Charity

Jay Jalaram Day Centre

Provide meals on wheels service to the elderly and operate a day center activities for all members of the ethnic community.

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165666)

Sutton Coldfield: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+18.8%
Projected change in Birmingham, 2025 to 2035 (21,724 to 25,813). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+13.3%
Projected change in Birmingham, 2025 to 2035 (155,850 to 176,513). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
6
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
27
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.4%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 96.3% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
12.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 45 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 6 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Sutton Coldfield

  • Birmingham Hospice - Erdington · 0.9 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2022). CQC page
  • Birmingham Hospice - Selly Park · 8.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published February 2024). CQC page
  • Goscote Hospice · 8.3 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Sutton Coldfield

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Sutton Coldfield a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Sutton Coldfield

Sutton Coldfield suits families looking for a lively, well-serviced suburban setting rather than a dedicated retirement hub. The town has fewer older residents proportionally than the national average (12.4% vs 18.6%), so it feels younger and more mixed. If you value green space, shops, restaurants and an active community over a retirement-focused environment, and crime rates don't concern you unduly, it can work well — but check what care-home choice actually exists before committing.

Health & support

  • Medical access: The town has several GP surgeries and pharmacies; Birmingham city centre and its major hospitals lie within easy reach by car or public transport.
  • Safety: Recorded crime is 1449 offences in the latest period, with violent crime, shoplifting and other theft as the most common categories — above the threshold many families find reassuring.
  • Family & connection: If your support network is in or near Birmingham or the broader West Midlands, Sutton Coldfield's central location helps; if family is distant, weigh how isolation might affect wellbeing.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees are in the mid-range for the West Midlands; confirm current weekly rates with individual homes, as they vary.
  • Transport: Buses serve the town; rail links connect to Birmingham and beyond, reducing car-dependency for longer journeys.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operates in the area; visit providers directly to assess occupancy, standards and suitability.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Sutton Coldfield has 45 parks and 1 allotment, offering ample outdoor space and walking routes; 423 restaurants and cafes and 210 pubs provide social venues.
  • Community: A large number of eating and social venues suggests active community life; enquire about memory cafés and social groups through local care homes and the council.
  • Climate: The West Midlands has typical UK climate — mild, damp winters and moderate summers.

Things to weigh up

  • Younger demographic: At 12.4% over-65s, Sutton Coldfield is less retirement-focused than many alternatives; you may feel less surrounded by your peer group.
  • Crime rate: Recorded offences are notably high; if personal safety is a priority, compare with quieter, more rural alternatives.

Questions about care homes in Sutton Coldfield

How many dementia care homes are there in Sutton Coldfield?

AskBart lists 12 dementia care homes in and around Sutton Coldfield, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are dementia care homes in Sutton Coldfield rated?

Of the 12 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 9 Good, 3 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do dementia care homes in Sutton Coldfield cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,358 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 Sutton Coldfield?

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 Sutton Coldfield?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Sutton Coldfield:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Sutton Coldfield

Near Sutton Coldfield

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our dementia care guides.

Header photo: Martin Richard Phelan, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons