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Care homes in Pontefract

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There are 3 care homes in and around Pontefract on AskBart. 33% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Riverdale Court Care Home Ltd, with 94 beds. The most recent inspection was at Victoria House in February 2023.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
33%

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Pontefract

Care homes in Pontefract (3)

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate

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Care homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 3 (33%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Wakefield usual weekly rate (2025)£853
LargestRiverdale Court Care Home Ltd (94 beds)
Most recently inspectedVictoria House (February 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1
Average house price, Wakefield (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£198,519
Good1
Requires improvement1
Inadequate1
Average weekly fees
  • Wakefield average£892/wk
  • UK average£1,705/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Wakefield. 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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

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.

Living in Pontefract

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (Police.uk).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 78% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

33 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime13
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson6
  • Burglary2
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. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, July 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Pontefract

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

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…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1186175)
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…

5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1053295)
Charity

Age UK Wakefield District

Help and support for older people in the Wakefield District - advice service - social contact service - befriending service - home support service - internet shopping service and more.

6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1096511)
Charity

Age UK Barnsley

The charity's principle aim is to support and/or improve the quality of life of Barnsley's older population. In carrying out this objective the charity provides support and services, in particular…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1144123)
Charity

The Old Courthouse Day Centre Cio

Operating from The Old Courthouse in Barnsley, we provide day support for older adults, including people living with dementia, Parkinson's, disabilities and frailty. Through meaningful activities,…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1218195)
Charity

Beacon South Yorkshire Ltd

To provide a service that gives help & support to families & carers of drug and alcohol users, as our specialism, and also to carers of people suffering with dementia, disabilities, mental ill…

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1117760)

Questions about care homes in Pontefract

How many care homes are there in Pontefract?

There are 3 care homes listed in and around Pontefract on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

Which care homes in Pontefract are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

1 of the 3 care homes in and around Pontefract are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Pontefract?

Homes in and around Pontefract offer dementia (2), residential (2), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

How many care homes in Pontefract offer dementia care?

2 care homes in and around Pontefract 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 Pontefract offer respite care?

Yes — 1 care home in and around Pontefract 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 Pontefract?

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

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