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Residential care homes in Cradley Heath

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There are 9 residential care homes in and around Cradley Heath on AskBart. 78% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The largest is Victoria Lodge, with 63 beds. The most recent inspection was at Ashgrove Nursing Home in June 2023.

care homes
9
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
78%

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Cradley Heath

Care homes in Cradley Heath (9)

★ With family reviews

2 in Cradley Heath, 7 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate

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Distance
Allenbrook Home (Halesowen)LtdGood · May 2025On request363.3 mi—2.3 mi
Amberley Care HomeInadequate · Mar 2026On request250.7 mi—2.6 mi
Ashgrove Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2023On request572.1 mi—1.1 mi
Edmore House Residential HomeGood · Mar 2019On request181.9 mi—2.6 mi
Micron HouseGood · Jul 2019On request101.6 mi—1.9 mi
Roxburgh House (West Midlands)Good · Apr 2019On request442.6 mi—0.7 mi
Stoneleigh HouseGood · May 2026On request240.4 mi—2.9 mi
Victoria LodgeGood · Jul 2022On request631.1 mi—2.5 mi
Woodview House Nursing HomeGood · Mar 2026On request244.9 mi—2.2 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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Cradley Heath in numbers

78% of Cradley Heath’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 9 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

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

Residential care homes listed9
Rated Good or Outstanding7 of 9 (78%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Dudley usual weekly rate (2025)£725
LargestVictoria Lodge (63 beds)
Most recently inspectedAshgrove Nursing Home (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 6 · Respite 3
Average house price, Sandwell (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£205,743
Good7
Requires improvement1
Inadequate1

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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 Sandwell

The average house price in Sandwell is £205,743, 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
£205,743
Detached
£329,743
Semi-detached
£227,023
Terraced
£190,943
Flats & maisonettes
£111,711

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 Cradley Heath

  • 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 & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 24% 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

275 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime130
  • Criminal damage & arson29
  • Vehicle crime22
  • Public order21
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 Cradley Heath

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

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…

3.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096783)
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…

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1100960)
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 &…

5.4 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…

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1133484)
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,…

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

Older People's New Opportunities Consortium (Opnocs)

OPNOCS provides: Community activities to encourage older people who are experiencing loneliness to join them and make new friends.Weekly Coffee morning,Weekly seated yoga,Craft club,Trips,Health…

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1095932)

Cradley Heath: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+15.6%
Projected change in Sandwell, 2025 to 2035 (6,585 to 7,612). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+16.1%
Projected change in Sandwell, 2025 to 2035 (51,588 to 59,880). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
9
Nearest: Haden Vale Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
35
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.9%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 96.8% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.8 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.8 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 38 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Cradley Heath

  • The Mary Stevens Hospice · 3.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2020). CQC page
  • Birmingham Hospice - Selly Park · 6.4 milesCQC Outstanding (report published February 2024). CQC page
  • Compton Care Group Limited · 9.3 milesCQC Good (report published December 2019). CQC page

Hospitals near Cradley Heath

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 Cradley Heath a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Cradley Heath

Cradley Heath offers practical, no-frills retirement living in a working town rather than a seaside or rural haven. The area has lower-than-average numbers of residents aged 65+ (14.5% versus the national 18.6%), which means fewer established retirement services and fewer peers in the same life stage. It suits those prioritising affordability and proximity to family or work in the West Midlands, or those who prefer bustle to quiet, but it is not a specialist retirement hotspot. Care-home fees are likely to reflect the region's competitive pricing, though local provision should be checked directly.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Several GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town. Dudley Hospital is within reasonable reach for emergency and planned care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 274 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, shoplifting and theft among the most common categories. This sits above many quieter areas, so personal safety is a factor to weigh.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family network is and whether regular visits are realistic; proximity to the West Midlands conurbation may suit those with local ties.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in the West Midlands are typically competitive against the national average. Confirm current rates with local providers.
  • Transport: Good bus links connect to nearby Dudley and the wider conurbation. The town is less walkable for those with mobility challenges; a car or regular taxi use may be necessary for outings.
  • Housing options: Cradley Heath has a modest care-home market compared to established retirement areas; choice is likely to be limited, so early enquiry is advisable.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 24 parks and 8 allotments, offering reasonable scope for outdoor activity and gardening. 38 restaurants and cafes plus 33 pubs and bars provide social eating and drinking venues.
  • Community: Local clubs and support groups exist, though they are fewer than in larger or more retirement-focused towns. Check directly with care homes about on-site activities and links to community groups.
  • Climate: West Midlands weather is cool and damp; expect rain and mild winters, with occasional frost.

Things to weigh up

  • Younger demographic profile: At 14.5% aged 65+, the area has fewer established older residents and retirement-focused services than many other UK towns, which may mean less peer community and fewer age-tailored activities.
  • Crime rate: Recorded crime is above the quiet-area average, with violent crime among the top offences; this matters if safety and tranquillity are priorities.
  • Limited specialist provision: Cradley Heath is not a retirement hub, so care-home choice is narrow; availability and waiting times should be checked early.

Questions about care homes in Cradley Heath

How many residential care homes are there in Cradley Heath?

AskBart lists 9 residential care homes in and around Cradley Heath, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Cradley Heath rated?

Of the 9 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 7 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between residential care homes in Cradley Heath?

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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.

Weighing up your options in Cradley Heath?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Cradley Heath

Near Cradley Heath

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

Guides for families

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