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Residential care homes in Dewsbury

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There are 3 residential care homes in and around Dewsbury on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The largest is Oak Park Care Home, with 66 beds. The most recent inspection was at Elm Lodge Residential Care Home in March 2022.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
67%

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Dewsbury

Care homes in Dewsbury (3)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Distance
Elm Lodge Residential Care HomeInadequate · Jul 2026On request173.4 mi—2.8 mi
Manor CroftGood · Apr 2023On request401.6 mi—1.7 mi
Oak Park Care HomeGood · Dec 2021On request662.3 mi—1.4 mi

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Dewsbury in numbers

What Kirklees council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Residential care homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 3 (67%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Kirklees usual weekly rate (2025)£878
LargestOak Park Care Home (66 beds)
Most recently inspectedElm Lodge Residential Care Home (March 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1
Average house price, Kirklees (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£205,773
Good2
Inadequate1
Average weekly fees
  • Kirklees average£1,008/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

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.

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 November 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 Dewsbury

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 60% 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

90 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime50
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Public order7
  • Other theft6
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 Dewsbury

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

Charity

Wakefield and District Carers Association

To improve the conditions of life amongst carers resident in the Wakefield Metropolitan District so that the charitable needs of the carers are thus relieved and in particular amongst carers who…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1053295)
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…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048838)
Charity

Middleton Elderly Aid

Middleton Elderly Aid is a Neighborhood Network Scheme in Leeds working to reduce social isolation for the over 60s in Middleton. We offer Lunch clubs Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. We also…

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1100601)
Charity

The Denby Dale Centre Limited

Relief of rural isolation by providing a) community transport; b) befriending scheme c) information and drop-in centre & charity shop d) day clubs; e) ICT training; f) various activity clubs…

6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1118128)
Charity

Hoot Creative Arts

Hoot main activity is providing a diverse range of quality creative arts activities with proven benefits in improving mental health and well being.We work with adults with mental health needs,…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1146358)
Charity

Butterflies Dementia Support and Activities Group

Butterflies Dementia Support and Activities Group aims to support those in the South Yorkshire region who suffer with dementia and their carers. We as a charity aim to support by providing weekly…

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1186175)

Dewsbury: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+47%
Projected change in Kirklees, 2025 to 2035 (10,346 to 15,205). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+18.1%
Projected change in Kirklees, 2025 to 2035 (81,907 to 96,737). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Thornhill Pharmacy (0.4 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
15
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.5%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 98.5% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
9.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.4 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 16 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Dewsbury

  • Kirkwood Hospice · 5.2 milesCQC Good (report published September 2025). CQC page
  • Wakefield Hospice · 5.8 milesCQC Good (report published March 2024). CQC page
  • Forget Me Not Children's Hospice · 6.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2024). CQC page

Hospitals near Dewsbury

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 Dewsbury a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Dewsbury

Dewsbury suits those seeking an established town community with older family roots and a slower pace of life. It is more affordable than many southern regions, but the recorded crime level is higher than the national average, and care-home choice may be limited. Family proximity and social ties matter here — many choose it for long-standing local roots rather than as a first-time move.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; Huddersfield Royal Infirmary and Pinderfields General Hospital are within reach for emergency and specialist care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in Dewsbury stands at 36 offences reported in 2026-04, with violent crime, other theft, and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — notably above the national average.
  • Family & connection: Weigh how many family members live nearby and whether you have longstanding ties to the town; isolation can add to care needs if support networks are distant.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Data on local weekly care-home fees is not available; check fees with local providers and compare them against the national average to assess affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: Buses connect Dewsbury to Leeds, Bradford, and Huddersfield; the town sits on rail links to nearby cities, though walking within Dewsbury itself requires realistic assessment of your mobility.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision is present but not extensive; those moving to Dewsbury should enquire early with local providers about availability and choice of accommodation.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 3 parks for walking and outdoor time; 12 restaurants and cafes and 9 pubs and bars offer social gathering spots, though variety is modest compared to larger urban centres.
  • Community: Look for memory cafés, lunch clubs, and day activities through local Age UK, the council, or care providers; Dewsbury has an established older-adult community but fewer formal schemes than larger towns.
  • Climate: Yorkshire winters are cold and damp; spring and autumn are mild, and summers brief but pleasant — typical of the region's upland areas.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Reported offences are well above the national average; families should visit, speak to residents, and judge safety for themselves rather than rely on statistics alone.
  • Limited choice: Care-home provision is constrained; those with specific care needs or preferences should plan ahead and not assume a wide selection will be available.
  • Transport dependence: Buses and rail exist, but Dewsbury is car-dependent for many daily tasks; those without a car or unable to drive should assess walking routes and local taxi services beforehand.

Questions about care homes in Dewsbury

How many residential care homes are there in Dewsbury?

AskBart lists 3 residential care homes in and around Dewsbury, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Dewsbury rated?

Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between residential care homes in Dewsbury?

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 Dewsbury?

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

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

Near Dewsbury

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.

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