Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miCQC Good
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Care homes in Cleckheaton
17 homes
There are 17 care homes in and around Cleckheaton on AskBart. 65% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Birch Park Care Home, with 86 beds. The most recent inspection was at Ashcroft Nursing Home in June 2023.
- care homes
- 17
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 65%
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Care homes in Cleckheaton (17)
5 in Cleckheaton, 12 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
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- Requires improvement
Top-rated in Cleckheaton
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 0.1 mi
Distance from the town centre: 1.1 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 1.4 miCQC Outstanding
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Distance from the town centre: 1.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.9 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.4 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.4 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.4 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.5 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.6 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.7 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.7 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.7 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCQC Good
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Compare every home in Cleckheaton in one table
| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashcroft Nursing Home | Good · Jul 2023 | On request | 40 | 2.8 mi | — | 1.6 mi |
| Birch Park Care Home | Outstanding · Jun 2025 | On request | 86 | 3.0 mi | — | 1.4 mi |
| Bridge House Care Home | Good · Jan 2025 | On request | 67 | 3.2 mi | — | 1.5 mi |
| Fieldhead Park | Good · Dec 2025 | On request | 54 | 2.8 mi | — | 2.7 mi |
| Green Gables Care Home | Good · Feb 2019 | On request | 11 | 3.8 mi | — | 2.5 mi |
| Hartshead Manor | Good · Nov 2019 | On request | 55 | 4.1 mi | — | 0.1 mi |
| Holme House Care Home | Requires improvement · May 2026 | On request | 68 | 2.9 mi | — | 2.7 mi |
| Ings House Nursing Home | Good · Jun 2018 | On request | 32 | 1.7 mi | — | 2.4 mi |
| Kenmore | Requires improvement · Mar 2023 | On request | 26 | 3.4 mi | — | 1.1 mi |
| Rastrick Hall and Grange | Requires improvement · Jan 2025 | On request | 79 | 2.8 mi | — | 2.4 mi |
| Roberttown Care Home Limited | Requires improvement · May 2026 | On request | 29 | 2.5 mi | — | 1.9 mi |
| Sal Royd Villa Residential Home Ltd | Good · Aug 2019 | On request | 16 | 4.0 mi | — | 2.4 mi |
| Sandholme Fold | Requires improvement · Aug 2025 | On request | 44 | 2.4 mi | — | 2.5 mi |
| St Winifred's Nursing Home | Good · Aug 2021 | On request | 38 | 2.4 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Sycamore Park Care Home | Good · Jul 2022 | On request | 46 | 3.1 mi | — | 2.6 mi |
| The Radcliffe | Requires improvement · Jan 2025 | On request | 34 | 3.0 mi | — | 2.7 mi |
| Willow House Residential Home | Good · Aug 2025 | On request | 30 | 2.6 mi | — | 1.5 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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Cleckheaton in numbers
65% of Cleckheaton’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 17 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
What Kirklees council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 17 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 11 of 17 (65%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 6 |
| Kirklees usual weekly rate (2025) | £878 |
| Largest | Birch Park Care Home (86 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Ashcroft Nursing Home (June 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 6 · Nursing 4 · Dementia 6 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, Kirklees (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £205,773 |
Outstanding1
Good10
Requires improvement6
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Kirklees. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. 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 September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Kirklees
The average house price in Kirklees is £205,773, 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
- £205,773
- Detached
- £350,109
- Semi-detached
- £219,467
- Terraced
- £164,949
- Flats & maisonettes
- £116,514
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 Cleckheaton
Cleckheaton is a small Yorkshire mill town with good road links to Leeds and Bradford. It offers a quieter alternative to larger urban centres, with decent local amenities and a modest cost of living — though care-home choice is limited and crime levels are worth considering carefully.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 65% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
74 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime33
- Anti-social behaviour12
- Other theft7
- Vehicle crime7
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 Cleckheaton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Age UK Calderdale & Kirklees
Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees exists to promote the well-being of all older people in Calderdale and Kirklees, recognising their right to independence, fulfilment, dignity and choice, working…
4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1102020)
Charity
The Maurice Jagger Centre for the Disabled and Elderly of Calderdale
Our objectives are to promote the welfare of all ages and less able of Calderdale. We do that by providing a day centre for the purpose of recreation and other leisure time activities in the…
4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (511088)
Charity
The United Sikh Association Day Centre for Elderly
DAY CENTRE ACTIVITIESPhysical Activity Sessions Provided 5 Days per week. Wednesday Ladies Strength and Balance Exercises 1.45-2.45.Arts and Crafts 12.25-1.45pm. Monday and Thursday Yoga Exercises…
5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1126326)
Charity
Morley Elderly Action
To assist the elderly to live independently at home. Advocacy, Advice, Access to a solicitor, Drop-in sessions, Gardening service, Lunch Clubs, Bingo Clubs, Community Tea Bar, Men's Group, Craft…
6.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048838)
Charity
Neighbourhood Action in Farnley New Farnley and Moor Top
Supporting the elderly to enable them to maintain their independence & health to combat social isolation and enhance their quality of life by providing groups, activities, signposting and one…
7.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1110016)
Charity
Community Transport Calderdale Ltd
Provision of transport to those residents of Calderdale and Kirklees who cannot access alternatives for reasons of disability (mental & physical), ill health, old age, geographical isolation,…
7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1093919)
Is Cleckheaton a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Cleckheaton
Cleckheaton suits someone seeking a quieter Yorkshire setting with straightforward access to bigger cities nearby, and who is prepared to accept fewer local care homes to choose from. It's most realistic for people with strong family support in the region or those happy to travel a little for specialist services. The town itself feels residential and slow-paced, which many find restful in later life.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy are present in the town; Leeds Teaching Hospitals and other major facilities lie within reach by car or public transport.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 36 offences, with violent crime, theft and anti-social behaviour the most common categories — higher than average for England and worth weighing against your own comfort and needs.
- Family & connection: Consider whether family members or a support network live nearby; visiting and day-to-day contact become more important in later life.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: You will need to check current weekly care-home fees locally; compare them against the national average to assess affordability for your circumstances.
- Transport: Cleckheaton has bus services and road access to Leeds and Bradford; it is not on a main rail line, so a car or reliable local public transport is useful for appointments and visits.
- Housing options: The care-home market here is small, so choice is limited — early research and booking advice from the local authority are essential.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 3 parks nearby, and 12 restaurants and cafes plus 9 pubs and bars offer social and eating-out options; local clubs and community groups vary in what they offer.
- Community: Cleckheaton has a settled, long-established population; speak to local care homes about memory cafés, activity groups and visiting services to gauge the social offer.
- Climate: Yorkshire weather is typical for northern England — cool, changeable and often damp; good footwear and layers are the norm.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: The area recorded a higher-than-average crime rate in recent data, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour noted; if personal safety and peace of mind are priorities, ask care homes directly about their security and safeguarding record.
- Limited choice of homes: The small care-home market means fewer options to compare and potentially longer waiting lists; start your search and planning well in advance.
Questions about care homes in Cleckheaton
How many care homes are there in Cleckheaton?
There are 17 care homes listed in and around Cleckheaton on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
Which care homes in Cleckheaton are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
11 of the 17 care homes in and around Cleckheaton 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 Cleckheaton?
Homes in and around Cleckheaton offer dementia (6), residential (6), nursing (4), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
How many care homes in Cleckheaton offer dementia care?
6 care homes in and around Cleckheaton 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.
Do any care homes in Cleckheaton offer respite care?
Yes — 2 care homes in and around Cleckheaton 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.
Weighing up your options in Cleckheaton?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Cleckheaton:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
Header photo: Tim Green from Bradford, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons