Oaklands Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the serene village of Kirk Hammerton in North Yorkshire, you'll find Oaklands, a care home that offers a comprehensive range of services including…
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Care homes offering respite care in Kirk Hammerton
There is 1 care home offering respite care in and around Kirk Hammerton on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,030 a week, while North Yorkshire usually pays £1,086. The largest is Oaklands Care Home, with 44 beds.
Average residential fee in Kirk Hammerton: £1,030/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Kirk Hammerton
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,030 |
| North Yorkshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,086 |
| Largest | Oaklands Care Home (44 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Kirk Hammerton
High Retirement CommunityLow Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
SafetyA
Excellent — safer than 95% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on North Yorkshire data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on North Yorkshire data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on North Yorkshire data (town-level not yet available)
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 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, March 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Kirk Hammerton is about £1,030/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Care homes in Kirk Hammerton on the map
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Care homes (1)
0 in Kirk Hammerton, 1 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
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What care costs in Kirk Hammerton
Residential (avg)
£1,030/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,030/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,030/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in North Yorkshire
The average house price in North Yorkshire is £270,569, 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
- £270,569
- Detached
- £433,551
- Semi-detached
- £270,358
- Terraced
- £218,729
- Flats & maisonettes
- £143,005
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.
Types of care in Kirk Hammerton
Residential care homes
1 in Kirk HammertonNursing homes
1 in Kirk HammertonDementia care homes
1 in Kirk HammertonRespite care
1 in Kirk HammertonIs Kirk Hammerton a good retirement location?
Kirk Hammerton suits retirees seeking a quieter, close-knit village life in an area where older residents are the norm rather than the exception. At 26% aged 65+, it's a well-established retirement setting. However, this is a very small place; you'll depend on nearby larger centres for many services, and care-home choice here is likely limited. Families should check provision carefully and consider how close they are willing to live.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are within reach via nearby larger towns; verify exact distances and hours with local practices before committing.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low — just 1 offence recorded in the most recent reporting period, with anti-social behaviour noted as the most common type.
- Family & connection: Consider how near your family and support networks are; a very small village may feel isolating if you have no local ties.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in this region vary; compare local provision against the national average and your budget before viewing.
- Transport: Kirk Hammerton is car-dependent for most journeys; check bus links and rail access to nearby towns and cities as part of your planning.
- Housing options: As a small village, the range of care homes and retirement schemes is limited; you may need to look in surrounding larger settlements for more choice.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Yorkshire countryside offers scope for walks and outdoor interests; the village has one pub, so social life tends to centre on community groups or nearby towns.
- Community: Look into what memory cafés, social groups or support networks operate locally — these are especially valuable in a small, tight-knit place.
- Climate: Yorkshire winters are cool and often damp; spring and summer are mild, though rainfall is fairly frequent across the region.
Things to weigh up
- Limited local amenities: With just one pub and a very small population, everyday shopping, dining and entertainment require travel to nearby towns.
- Isolation if no local family: A quiet village suits many retirees, but it can feel remote if your support network is distant; honestly assess your social needs.
Common questions
How many care homes offering respite care are there in Kirk Hammerton?
AskBart lists 1 care home offering respite care in and around Kirk Hammerton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in Kirk Hammerton rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in Kirk Hammerton?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
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