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Residential care homes in Willenhall

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There are 10 residential care homes in and around Willenhall on AskBart. 70% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,024 a week, while Wolverhampton usually pays £710. The largest is Hampton Court Care Home, with 80 beds.

care homes
10
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
70%
typical residential fee
£1,024/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Wolverhampton council pays
£710/wk

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Willenhall

Care homes in Willenhall (10)

★ With family reviews

5 in Willenhall, 5 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Bartholamew Lodge Nursing Home LimitedGood · Jun 2019On request302.2 mi—2.2 mi
Bentley Court Care HomeRequires improvement · May 2025On request770.4 mi—2.2 mi
Bescot Lodge Care HomeRequires improvement · Nov 2021On request360.9 mi—2.0 mi
East Park Court Residential Care HomeGood · Oct 2019On request441.7 mi—2.4 mi
Hampton Court Care HomeGood · Aug 2024On request802.2 mi—2.1 mi
Newcross Care HomeGood£1,024640.3 mi—2.7 mi
Swan HouseGood · Jul 2024On request612.4 mi—1.9 mi
Waterside HouseGood · Feb 2020On request601.0 mi—2.3 mi
Willow Rose Care HomeGood · Nov 2021On request731.8 mi—0.8 mi
Woodcross Healthcare ServicesRequires improvement · Dec 2023On request442.1 mi—2.6 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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Willenhall in numbers

70% of Willenhall’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 10 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Willenhall costs about £1,024/week, while Wolverhampton’s published usual rate is around £710/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £314/week (about £16,328/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 Wolverhampton council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Residential care homes listed10
Rated Good or Outstanding7 of 10 (70%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate3
Average published weekly fee£1,024
Wolverhampton usual weekly rate (2025)£710
LargestHampton Court Care Home (80 beds)
Most recently inspectedSwan House (December 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 10 · Nursing 7 · Dementia 9 · Respite 6
Average house price, Walsall (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£214,577
Good7
Requires improvement3
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Willenhall£1,024/wk
  • Nursing, Willenhall£1,024/wk
  • Dementia, Willenhall£1,024/wk
  • Walsall average£1,045/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Wolverhampton usual rate£710/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Walsall. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Wolverhampton'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 Walsall

The average house price in Walsall is £214,577, 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
£214,577
Detached
£353,721
Semi-detached
£229,330
Terraced
£189,125
Flats & maisonettes
£120,534

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 Willenhall

Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 24% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

391 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime137
  • Shoplifting48
  • Vehicle crime44
  • Criminal damage & arson38
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 Willenhall

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

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

3.2 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.…

3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096653)
Charity

Jubilee Community Support Centre

Community Adult Day Centre, Youth Enterprise Club, Drop in Counselling and Advocacy, Elite student and parent advocacy, Befriending and homecare service for the elderly, Soup Kitchen and place of…

5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1144071)
Charity

Carers Advice & Resource Establishment, Sandwell (Cares)

**in liquidation**cares provides information, advice, help and support to unpaid family carers in sandwell. we offer information & advice, carer support, adult guidance & lifelong learning, work…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1134409)
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…

7.0 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 &…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122721)

Willenhall: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+21.6%
Projected change in Walsall, 2025 to 2035 (7,221 to 8,784). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+12.2%
Projected change in Walsall, 2025 to 2035 (50,871 to 57,080). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
7
Nearest: Tesco Instore Pharmacy (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
38
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.9%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 97% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
12.8 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
8 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–8 out of 10
Where the 38 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Willenhall

  • Goscote Hospice · 3.5 milesCQC page
  • Compton Care Group Limited · 5.4 milesCQC Good (report published December 2019). CQC page
  • Birmingham Hospice - Erdington · 10 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2022). CQC page

Hospitals near Willenhall

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 Willenhall a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Willenhall

Willenhall suits someone seeking a practical, lower-cost care option in the heart of the Midlands, rather than a purpose-built retirement community. The town has good everyday services and social spaces, but is still working-age in character (residents aged 65+ are 13.3%, well below the national average of 18.6%). Families should factor in that local retirement provision is more limited, and transport links to larger centres matter if you want access to specialist medical services.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries serve the town; Wolverhampton is nearby and has a major hospital. Pharmacies are accessible, but confirm distances with your preferred care home.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 656 offences in 2026-04. The most common categories are violent crime, shoplifting, and criminal damage arson — in line with a busy town centre. Check your specific neighbourhood with local police data.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about whether family and friends are local enough to visit regularly, and whether the distance to specialist hospitals or loved ones will work for you.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees are likely to be below or near the national average, making Willenhall a more affordable option than pricier regions like the South East and some coastal areas.
  • Transport: Buses serve the town; rail links to Birmingham and other Midlands centres are available. Willenhall is not strongly walkable in all areas, so access to local buses or a car will matter for getting around.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision exists but is not extensive; you'll have less choice than in established retirement destinations. Visit homes directly and ask local care advisers about current availability and operator diversity.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 27 parks and 7 allotments, offering outdoor space. A wide range of restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars (46 and 38 respectively) and 16 supermarkets make daily life convenient.
  • Community: Social venues and group spaces are available, but Willenhall is not yet known as a hub for retirement-specific groups or memory cafés. Ask individual care homes what on-site or local social activities they arrange.
  • Climate: The Midlands has a temperate UK climate with mild winters and moderate rainfall; typical of central England.

Things to weigh up

  • Fewer retirement-specific schemes: The town's younger demographic (13.3% aged 65+) means fewer dedicated retirement communities than seaside or established retirement areas. Check what homes and support networks exist before deciding.
  • Limited choice of care provision: You may have fewer care homes to compare than in areas with more established older-age services. Contact your local authority or a care adviser to map out options early.
  • Distance to specialist services: While Wolverhampton hospital is nearby, some specialist care may require travel. Ask your GP and preferred care home about access to specific treatments.

Questions about care homes in Willenhall

How many residential care homes are there in Willenhall?

AskBart lists 10 residential care homes in and around Willenhall, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Willenhall rated?

Of the 10 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 7 Good, 3 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do residential care homes in Willenhall cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,024 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between residential care homes in Willenhall?

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 Willenhall?

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

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

Near Willenhall

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

Header photo: Derek Bennett, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons