The Wharf Care Centre
The Wharf Care Centre is a 67-bed care home in Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, operated by Maria Mallaband Care Group.
Stourport-on-Severn is a riverside town in the West Midlands with an above-average older population (23.4% aged 65+) and good access to green space and community amenities. It suits people seeking a quieter, established retirement setting close to the Severn, with reasonable local services — though care-home choice and transport links vary.
Average residential fee in Stourport-on-Severn: £1,085/week — below the UK average of £1,279
Good — safer than 60% of similar areas
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
The estimated average residential care fee in Stourport-on-Severn is about £1,085/week, below the UK average of £1,279.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
100% of Stourport-on-Severn’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around Stourport-on-Severn, 2 offer nursing care, 3 offer dementia care and 3 offer residential care.
Based on 8 CQC-rated homes in and around Stourport-on-Severn. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Stourport-on-Severn costs about £1,085/week, while Worcestershire’s published usual rate is around £911/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £174/week (≈ £9,048/year) to bridge the gap.
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Worcestershire’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
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Residential care homes provide help with everyday living in a safe, sociable setting — the right choice when someone needs support day to day but not round-the-clock nursing.
Nursing homes provide everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site 24 hours a day — for people with ongoing or complex health needs.
Specialist dementia care homes provide trained staff and a carefully designed, calm environment for people living with dementia — supporting safety, routine and wellbeing.
Respite care is a short stay in a care home — to give a family carer a break, or to help someone recover after a hospital stay.
80 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
Stourport-on-Severn is a settled, older community where later-life living is well-established. The town offers riverside walks, local cafes and pubs, and a genuine sense of continuity — but it is not a major urban centre, so medical specialists and rail links require travel to nearby cities. It suits retirees who value peace, green space and a slower pace over big-city conveniences, and who have family or are willing to travel for hospital care.
There are 9 care homes listed in and around Stourport-on-Severn on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
Care homes in Stourport-on-Severn range from around £989 to around £1,181 per week, with averages of £1,085 for residential, £1,085 for dementia, £1,085 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
The average residential care fee around Stourport-on-Severn is about £1,085 per week — below the UK average of £1,279. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
8 of the 9 care homes in and around Stourport-on-Severn are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
Homes in and around Stourport-on-Severn offer dementia (3), residential (3), nursing (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
3 care homes in and around Stourport-on-Severn offer specialist dementia care. Use the dementia filter above to see them, and check each home's CQC report for its record on caring for people living with dementia.
Yes — 2 care homes in and around Stourport-on-Severn offer respite (short-stay) care, for recovery after a hospital stay or to give a regular carer a break. Availability changes often, so contact the home directly to check.
Stourport-on-Severn is graded B for safety on AskBart — safer than 60% of similar areas. This is drawn from police-recorded crime data and compared against similar areas.
If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Wyre Forest Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.
A care home's weekly fee in Stourport-on-Severn usually covers accommodation, all meals, day-to-day personal care, housekeeping, laundry and activities. Extras such as hairdressing, chiropody, outings and one-to-one care are often charged separately, so ask each home for a full breakdown of what is and isn't included.
Residential care homes help with everyday personal care — washing, dressing, meals and prompting medication. Nursing homes provide the same support plus a qualified nurse on site around the clock for residents with ongoing medical needs. Homes in Stourport-on-Severn may offer one or both, so check each listing for the care types it provides.
If a person's needs are primarily health-related rather than social, they may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which can fully fund a care-home placement regardless of their savings. Eligibility is decided by the local NHS integrated care board after an assessment — it's separate from means-tested council funding.
Start by shortlisting homes in Stourport-on-Severn by the type of care needed and their CQC rating, then visit in person. On a visit, read the home's latest CQC report, ask about staffing levels and fees, and see how residents are supported day to day. AskBart lists each home's rating, facilities and fees so you can compare before arranging a visit.
Care homes in Stourport-on-Severn are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC rates each home as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate following regular inspections — you can read each home's latest report on the CQC website.
If you're widening your search beyond Stourport-on-Severn, nearby areas with care homes include Bewdley and Kidderminster. You can browse each from the list of nearby locations on this page.
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