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Care homes in Rugeley

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There are 7 care homes in and around Rugeley on AskBart. 57% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £990 a week, while Staffordshire usually pays £941. The largest is St Thomas' Priory, with 106 beds.

care homes
7
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
57%
typical residential fee
£990/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Staffordshire council pays
£941/wk

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Rugeley

Care homes in Rugeley (7)

★ With family reviews

6 in Rugeley, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Briar Hill HouseOutstanding · Mar 2019On request368.0 mi—0.6 mi
Copperdown Residential Care HomeRequires improvement · Mar 2021On request297.4 mi—0.2 mi
Heartlands Care Limited t/a Lanrick HouseGood · Apr 2021On request307.5 mi—0.2 mi
Horse Fair Care HomeGood£990727.8 mi—0.3 mi
Nethermoor HouseGood · Dec 2022On request196.8 mi—0.9 mi
St Thomas' PrioryRequires improvement · Apr 2026On request1069.4 mi—1.8 mi
Talbot House Care HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2022On request287.8 mi—0.3 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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Rugeley in numbers

57% of Rugeley’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 7 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Rugeley costs about £990/week, while Staffordshire’s published usual rate is around £941/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £49/week (about £2,548/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 Staffordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed7
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 7 (57%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£990
Staffordshire usual weekly rate (2025)£941
LargestSt Thomas' Priory (106 beds)
Most recently inspectedSt Thomas' Priory (April 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1
Average house price, Cannock Chase (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£230,601
Outstanding1
Good3
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Rugeley£990/wk
  • Dementia, Rugeley£990/wk
  • Cannock Chase average£984/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Staffordshire usual rate£941/wk

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

See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.

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 Cannock Chase

The average house price in Cannock Chase is £230,601, 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
£230,601
Detached
£347,986
Semi-detached
£221,862
Terraced
£182,871
Flats & maisonettes
£105,657

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 Rugeley

Rugeley is a West Midlands town with an above-average share of over-65s, suggesting an established community of older residents. Care-home provision is available locally, and the town offers reasonable everyday services alongside good green space for active retirement — though crime figures warrant consideration.

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 46% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

173 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime83
  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Shoplifting18
  • Vehicle crime12
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 Rugeley

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

Charity

Rugeley District Stroke Club

Craft activities, speakers, outings to places of interest, exercise, quizzes, entertainment.Provides support and information to those affected by Stroke.Meets weekly in Rugeley

0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (519051)
Charity

Burntwood Be A Friend

Reduce the amount of food going into landfill whilst at the same time trying to combat food poverty within our local community.Reduce isolation/loneliness by promoting positive mental health &…

6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1200409)
Charity

Landywood and District Voluntary Help Centre

Community transport scheme - taking people to doctors, hospital, shopping & social clubs. Luncheon clubs for local socially isolated. Special needs club. Drop in coffee shop.

7.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (508946)
Charity

Age UK Stafford & District

Provides the following services within Stafford Borough: Day care for people with complex needs including dementia, Homecare, Gardening, Personal Care, Information & Advice, Staying Active Centres.

7.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1064087)

Rugeley: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+51.9%
Projected change in Cannock Chase, 2025 to 2035 (2,599 to 3,948). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22%
Projected change in Cannock Chase, 2025 to 2035 (20,840 to 25,415). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Morrisons Pharmacy (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
5
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
9.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 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 15 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Rugeley

  • Katharine House Hospice · 7.4 milesCQC Good (report published July 2016). CQC page
  • St Giles Hospice - Whittington · 9.6 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2020). CQC page
  • Goscote Hospice · 10.4 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Rugeley

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

Is Rugeley a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Rugeley

Rugeley suits those seeking a town-centre later-life home in a settled retirement community, with decent local amenities and parks within reach. The area has a higher-than-average proportion of residents aged 65 and over (22.6% vs a national average of 18.6%), which often signals good local understanding of older people's needs. However, recorded crime is a factor to weigh carefully.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy are accessible in the town; Rugeley is within reasonable reach of hospital services in the wider West Midlands.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area stands at 173 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting among the most common categories — higher than many UK towns, so worth exploring directly with any care provider or local police team.
  • Family & connection: Consider how near family and support networks are; Rugeley's established older population often means good local social links, but distance to relatives matters for regular visits and emotional wellbeing.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home weekly fees vary; compare them directly with providers and the national average to judge affordability for your circumstances.
  • Transport: The town has bus links to nearby centres; it is reasonably walkable for everyday needs, though some activities or visits to family may require a car or taxi.
  • Housing options: A range of care homes operate in and around Rugeley; explore local provision early, as availability and specialisms (dementia, nursing) vary.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Rugeley has 25 parks and 3 allotments, offering good scope for outdoor activity and gardening. The town supports 13 restaurants and cafes and 18 pubs and bars, so social eating and meeting friends are straightforward.
  • Community: A settled retirement population often means active social groups and clubs; ask any care provider about memory cafés, day centres and community links in the area.
  • Climate: The West Midlands experiences a typical English climate — cool, often damp winters and mild summers — so be prepared for regular rainfall and dress accordingly year-round.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are recorded at a notable level; visit the town at different times, talk to current residents and care-home staff, and decide if the atmosphere suits you.
  • Established retirement area: A high over-65 share is often positive for social connection, but check whether local services and activities match your own interests and energy level.

Questions about care homes in Rugeley

How many care homes are there in Rugeley?

There are 7 care homes listed in and around Rugeley 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 Rugeley cost?

Care homes in Rugeley range from around £990 per week, with averages of £990 for residential, £990 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Rugeley is about £990 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

4 of the 7 care homes in and around Rugeley are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Rugeley?

Homes in and around Rugeley offer residential (3), dementia (2), nursing (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Rugeley?

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

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

Guides for families

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