Nursing homes in Huddersfield
There are 7 nursing homes in and around Huddersfield on AskBart. 57% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £900 a week, while Kirklees usually pays £878. The largest is Southfield Court Care Home, with 50 beds.
Average residential fee in Huddersfield: £900/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Huddersfield
| Nursing homes listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 7 (57%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 3 |
| Average published weekly fee | £900 |
| Kirklees usual weekly rate (2025) | £878 |
| Largest | Southfield Court Care Home (50 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Aden Court Care Home (January 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
Excellent — safer than 77% of similar areas
Based on Kirklees data (town-level not yet available)
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
The estimated average residential care fee in Huddersfield is about £900/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.
57% of Huddersfield’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — below the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around Huddersfield, 7 offer nursing care, 5 offer dementia care and 3 offer residential care.
Based on 7 CQC-rated homes in and around Huddersfield. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Huddersfield costs about £900/week, while Kirklees’s published usual rate is around £878/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £22/week (≈ £1,144/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 Kirklees’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
- Requires improvement
updated September 2026
No care homes found in Huddersfield.
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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.
Residential care homes
3 in HuddersfieldNursing homes
7 in HuddersfieldDementia care homes
5 in HuddersfieldRespite care
1 in HuddersfieldIs Huddersfield a good retirement location?
Huddersfield suits people looking for affordability and straightforward local amenities in a traditional Yorkshire setting. The town has reasonable access to shops, parks and social venues, making it workable for those without family nearby — but you'll want to check individual care-home quality and your own appetite for the town's character and crime picture before deciding.
Health & support
- Medical access: GPs and pharmacies are available in town; Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust hospitals serve the area for more complex care.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 ran to 36 offences per head of population, with violent crime, other theft and anti-social behaviour the most common categories — worth factoring into your sense of safety and neighbourhood feel.
- Family & connection: If you have family in Yorkshire or across the North, Huddersfield's central position may help; if your support network is elsewhere, consider how isolation might affect you over time.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Huddersfield care-home fees sit below the national average, making it one of the more affordable regions for residential care.
- Transport: Local buses serve the town well; rail links connect to nearby cities including Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield, though you'll likely need a car or taxi for some outings if mobility is limited.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operate in and around Huddersfield, offering choice, though availability and specific services vary — visit and compare carefully.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The town has 15 parks and 32 allotments, plus 82 restaurants and cafes and 64 pubs and bars, giving scope for walks, social eating and casual gathering.
- Community: Local community and social groups exist; ask individual care homes about their links to memory cafés and support networks for residents.
- Climate: Yorkshire climate is typical northern England — cooler, wetter and windier than the south; good waterproofs and heating are standard.
Things to weigh up
- Crime and feel: With violent crime, theft and anti-social behaviour recorded at notable levels, the town's street atmosphere may feel less settled than some alternatives; visit at different times of day to judge for yourself.
- Care-home choice: Huddersfield has multiple homes but limited detail here — inspect quality, staff ratios, activities and fit with your needs; affordability alone isn't enough.
How many nursing homes are there in Huddersfield?
AskBart lists 7 nursing homes in and around Huddersfield, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Huddersfield rated?
Of the 7 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 3 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do nursing homes in Huddersfield cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £948 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Huddersfield?
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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Huddersfield?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Huddersfield:
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- Nursing homes in Sheffield (4)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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