Manor Park Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the welcoming town of Wakefield, just a stone's throw southeast of Leeds, you'll find Manor Park. This state-of-the-art, purpose-built care home is…
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Residential care homes in Normanton
There is 1 residential care home in and around Normanton on AskBart. Published fees average about £934 a week, while Wakefield usually pays £853. The largest is Manor Park Care Home, with 75 beds.
Average residential fee in Normanton: £934/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Normanton
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £934 |
| Wakefield usual weekly rate (2025) | £853 |
| Largest | Manor Park Care Home (75 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Normanton
Green SurroundingsWell Served
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).
SafetyC
Limited — safer than 12% of similar areas
Based on Wakefield data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Wakefield data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesA
Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Wakefield 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, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Normanton is about £934/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.
Council funding & top-up in Normanton
The average residential care home in Normanton costs about £934/week, while Wakefield’s published usual rate is around £853/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £81/week (≈ £4,212/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Normanton
£934/wk
Wakefield usual rate
£853/wk
Likely top-up gap
£81/wk
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 Wakefield’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Normanton on the map
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Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Normanton
Residential (avg)
£934/week
Dementia (avg)
£934/week
Nursing (avg)
£934/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
House prices in Wakefield
The average house price in Wakefield is £198,519, 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
- £198,519
- Detached
- £314,856
- Semi-detached
- £199,891
- Terraced
- £158,494
- Flats & maisonettes
- £100,133
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 Normanton
Residential care homes
1 in NormantonNursing homes
1 in NormantonDementia care homes
1 in NormantonRespite care
1 in NormantonIs Normanton a good retirement location?
Normanton offers reasonable facilities for daily life and a decent choice of pubs, cafes and green space. It suits people who value easy access to shops and outdoor activity, have family or a support network in the area, and are prepared for crime figures that are above the national average. Care-home provision exists, but you should visit and check what fits your needs and budget before deciding.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to check GP availability locally; pharmacies are typically accessible via the town's supermarket provision.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 611 offences, with violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour reported as the most common types — higher than the national average and a real consideration for daily life and peace of mind.
- Family & connection: Think carefully about whether family or close friends live within easy reach; social isolation can be a risk in any new town, so local ties matter.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home fees vary; compare them against the national average and your budget before committing.
- Transport: Normanton has reasonable road links; check bus services and any rail access to nearby cities for visiting family or appointments.
- Housing options: Care homes are available in the area; take time to visit and understand the choice, size and standards on offer locally.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Normanton has 19 parks and 9 allotments, plus 115 restaurants and cafes and 82 pubs and bars, offering good scope for walks, social outings and community interests.
- Community: Look for local memory cafés, hobby groups and social networks to help you settle and stay connected.
- Climate: Yorkshire typically sees cool, wet winters and mild summers; prepare for variable weather and shorter daylight in winter months.
Things to weigh up
- Crime rates: Violent crime, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are recorded above the national average; ask care-home managers about safety measures and local policing.
- Family proximity: Normanton suits people with local ties or support nearby; if you're moving away from family, check how isolated you might feel and what transport links exist for visits.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Normanton?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Normanton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Normanton rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Normanton cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £934 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Normanton?
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 Normanton?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Normanton:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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