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There are 69 care homes in and around Dudley on AskBart. 65% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,363 a week, while Dudley usually pays £725. The largest is Netherton Green Care Home, with 120 beds.

care homes
69
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
65%
typical residential fee
£1,363/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Dudley council pays
£725/wk

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Dudley

Care homes in Dudley (69)

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23 in Dudley, 46 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate
  • Not rated

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Redbrick CourtGood · Mar 2019On request372.4 mi—
Richmond Residential Lodge LtdGood · Apr 2020On request211.4 mi—
Ridgeway Court Care HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2026On request392.3 mi—
Rosewood Care HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2021On request430.6 mi—
Russell CourtRequires improvement · Apr 2021On request420.3 mi—
Sedgley CourtGood · Jun 2022On request662.7 mi—
Shenstone Court Care HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2026On request644.3 mi—
Stoneleigh HouseGood · May 2026On request240.4 mi—
The Brambles Care HomeGood · Dec 2019On request392.9 mi—
The Cedars Christian Residential HomeGood · May 2019On request224.4 mi—
The Gables Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,450615.6 mi—
The Village Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2022On request900.9 mi—
Tiled HouseGood · Nov 2019On request480.8 mi—
Tudor ManorRequires improvement · Nov 2024On request223.6 mi—
Two Gates HouseGood · Jun 2019On request353.4 mi—
Victoria LodgeGood · Jul 2022On request631.1 mi—
Woodlands Gate Rest HomeGood · Apr 2019On request204.1 mi—
Woodview House Nursing HomeGood · Mar 2026On request244.9 mi—
Wychbury Care HomeGood · Feb 2020On request424.8 mi—
Wyncroft HouseRequires improvement · Nov 2023On request382.2 mi—
Yew Tree Nursing HomeGood · Feb 2025On request415.4 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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Areas in Dudley

Dudley in numbers

65% of Dudley’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 65 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Dudley costs about £1,363/week, while Dudley’s published usual rate is around £725/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £638/week (about £33,176/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 Dudley council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed69
Rated Good or Outstanding42 of 65 (65%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate23
Average published weekly fee£1,363
Dudley usual weekly rate (2025)£725
LargestNetherton Green Care Home (120 beds)
Most recently inspectedCastlewellan House (January 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 25 · Nursing 12 · Dementia 20 · Respite 9
Average house price, Dudley (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£230,781
Good42
Requires improvement21
Inadequate2
Not yet rated4
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Dudley£1,363/wk
  • Nursing, Dudley£1,250/wk
  • Dementia, Dudley£1,363/wk
  • West Midlands average£1,166/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Dudley usual rate£725/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across West Midlands. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Dudley'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 October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Dudley

The average house price in Dudley is £230,781, 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
£230,781
Detached
£359,260
Semi-detached
£240,855
Terraced
£200,477
Flats & maisonettes
£118,298

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 Dudley

Dudley is a substantial West Midlands town with a slightly older-than-average population and three care homes ranging from around 61 to 83 beds. It offers decent everyday services and green space, though crime rates are notably high and the care provision here is limited—you'll want to check CQC ratings carefully before choosing.

  • 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 57% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

404 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime147
  • Shoplifting52
  • Criminal damage & arson49
  • Vehicle crime40
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Dudley

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

Charity

Dudley Stroke Association

To provide help advice, support, information to people who have suffered a stroke & family and friends. To raise awareness into stroke and its effects & how to reduce the risk. Promote setting up…

2.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1100960)
Charity

Age Concern Stourbridge and Halesowen

To promote the relief of elderly people in any manner which now or hereinafter may be deemed by law to be charitable in and around those parts of the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley which are known…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096783)
Charity

Age Concern Wolverhampton

Advice and information Supportive Hospital Discharge ServiceHealth and Wellbeing Support ServiceTelephone Befriending ServiceIT training and supportHandypersonSupport for volunteer-led activity groups

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1051232)
Charity

Wolverhampton Elder Asians and Disabled

we provide a day drop in centre with social, educational and recreational activities. we reduce isolation of elders by providing awareness raising sessions, advice and information and befriending.…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096653)
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 &…

6.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122721)
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…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133484)

Dudley: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Dudley

Is Dudley a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Dudley

Dudley suits families seeking care closer to the Black Country industrial heartland, where the over-65 share (20.2%) is above the national average, suggesting an established retirement community. However, with only three care homes listed and mixed quality ratings, choice is tight; this is a practical option for those with strong local ties rather than a destination retirement area. Crime is a genuine concern and should weigh in your decision.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Dudley has supermarkets and everyday services spread across the town; you'll need to check GP surgery and pharmacy locations against your specific postcode and any care home you're considering, as the DATA doesn't detail those.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 404 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, shoplifting and criminal damage being the most common categories—notably higher than many UK towns, so this is an honest trade-off to weigh.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are; Dudley's size means local visits are feasible for those already in the region.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: The DATA doesn't provide local weekly care fees; you'll need to contact the three homes directly and compare against the national average to judge affordability.
  • Transport: Dudley is a major West Midlands town with bus links and rail access to nearby cities; check walkability and parking with individual care homes, as it varies by postcode.
  • Housing options: Three care homes are listed locally, ranging from roughly 61 to 83 beds each—a limited choice, so availability may be tight.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Dudley offers 30 parks and 11 allotments, plus 54 restaurants and cafes and 33 pubs and bars, giving decent scope for social outings and community activities.
  • Community: Check with any care home about memory cafés, social groups and how well they link to local support networks—the DATA doesn't detail these.
  • Climate: The West Midlands has a typical temperate UK climate with moderate rainfall and cooler winters.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Violent crime and criminal damage are recorded above rates you may see in quieter areas—factor this into your sense of safety and community feel.
  • Limited care choice: Only three homes are listed, so you have little room to shop around; check their CQC ratings (one requires improvement, two not yet inspected) before committing.
  • Higher over-65 share: While this suggests an established retirement community, it also means Dudley may feel age-oriented; some find that reassuring, others prefer more generational mix.

Questions about care homes in Dudley

How many care homes are there in Dudley?

There are 69 care homes listed in and around Dudley on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Dudley cost?

Care homes in Dudley range from around £1,250 to around £1,450 per week, with averages of £1,363 for residential, £1,363 for dementia, £1,250 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Dudley compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Dudley is about £1,363 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Dudley are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

42 of the 69 care homes in and around Dudley are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Dudley?

Homes in and around Dudley offer residential (25), dementia (20), nursing (12), respite (9). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Dudley?

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

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Near Dudley

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

Guides for families

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