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There are 345 care homes in and around West Yorkshire on AskBart. 71% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,015 a week, while Leeds usually pays £804. The largest is West Ridings Care Home, with 180 beds.

care homes
345
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
71%
typical residential fee
£1,015/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Leeds council pays
£804/wk

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West Yorkshire

Care homes in West Yorkshire (345)

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0 in West Yorkshire, 345 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Willow House Residential HomeGood · Aug 2025On request302.6 mi—
Willow Park Care HomeGood · Nov 2022On request647.9 mi—
Willowbank Care HomeRequires improvement£1,120373.2 mi—
Windsor CourtGood · Mar 2020On request666.9 mi—
Woodfield Care Home LimitedRequires improvement · Jul 2026On request361.4 mi—
Woodlands Residential HomeGood · Aug 2019On request274.8 mi—
Woodleigh Rest Home LimitedGood · Jun 2026On request333.6 mi—
Wykebeck Court Care HomeGood£920841.0 mi—
York HouseGood · Aug 2025On request361.6 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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Areas in West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire in numbers

71% of West Yorkshire’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 7 rated Outstanding. Based on 321 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in West Yorkshire costs about £1,015/week, while Leeds’s published usual rate is around £804/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £211/week (about £10,972/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

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

Care homes listed345
Rated Good or Outstanding227 of 321 (71%)
Rated Outstanding7
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate94
Average published weekly fee£1,015
Leeds usual weekly rate (2025)£804
LargestWest Ridings Care Home (180 beds)
Most recently inspectedRose Lodge Care Home (February 2024)
Homes by care typeResidential 120 · Nursing 76 · Dementia 120 · Respite 53
Average house price, Bradford (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£185,028
Outstanding7
Good220
Requires improvement85
Inadequate9
Not yet rated24
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, West Yorkshire£1,015/wk
  • Nursing, West Yorkshire£1,026/wk
  • Dementia, West Yorkshire£1,022/wk
  • Yorkshire and the Humber average£1,127/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Leeds usual rate£804/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Yorkshire and the Humber. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Leeds's usual cost of residential care (2025). 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 October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Bradford

The average house price in Bradford is £185,028, 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
£185,028
Detached
£331,915
Semi-detached
£206,255
Terraced
£155,108
Flats & maisonettes
£110,345

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 West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire is a large, well-connected part of Yorkshire and the Humber, offering a good range of everyday amenities and a solid choice of care homes. It suits those who want established local services and options close to family, without needing a rural or seaside setting.

  • Green Surroundings
  • Well 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, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 13% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

572 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime235
  • Anti-social behaviour58
  • Other theft37
  • Shoplifting37
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in West Yorkshire

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

Charity

Aireborough Voluntary Services to the Elderly (Avsed)

AVSED is a local charity working to prevent social isolation & loneliness for Aireborough (LS19 & 20) seniors by supporting happy, healthy & independent living. We provide activities (physical…

4.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165792)
Charity

Crossflatts Over 50s Welfare Association

Various activities for local residents aged over 50 years including coffee mornings, bingo, social activities, monthly luncheon club, outings.

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (244589)
Charity

Bramley Elderly Action

Bramley Elderly Action (BEA) provides a broad range of preventative health activities for local elders with the help of over 140 volunteers - many of whom are local older people. Older Wiser Local…

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1043975)
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…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1110016)
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…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1102020)
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…

8.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048838)

West Yorkshire: health, services and environment

Hospitals near West Yorkshire

Is West Yorkshire a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire offers a reasonable base for later-life living, with a good spread of care homes and everyday amenities close by. It's likely to suit those who value practical local services and choice over a particular scenic or coastal setting, though it's worth weighing the mixed CQC picture and crime figures below.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Specific GP surgery and hospital data isn't available here, but the area's everyday amenities suggest a well-served, urban-style setting.
  • Safety: 572 offences were recorded in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and theft the most common types — worth weighing alongside any specific neighbourhood.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close this leaves you to family and existing support networks, and how easily they could visit or help out.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Specific weekly fee data isn't available here, so it's worth checking individual homes directly to compare against the national average.
  • Transport: The area benefits from typical amenities including pubs, restaurants and shops within reach, suggesting a walkable, well-connected setting rather than a car-dependent one.
  • Housing options: There are 19 care homes listed here, ranging roughly from 32 to 146 beds, giving a fair choice of home sizes to suit different needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Local amenities include a playing field and play space alongside cafes, restaurants and shops, supporting an active, sociable daily routine.
  • Community: With pubs, cafes and retail all within reach, there's scope for regular social contact and community life nearby.
  • Climate: As part of Yorkshire and the Humber, the area has a typical northern English climate — cooler and wetter than the south, with clear seasonal changes.

Things to weigh up

  • Mixed inspection ratings: Of the 19 care homes, 12 are rated good, 6 require improvement and 1 is not yet inspected, so it's worth checking a specific home's latest CQC report closely.
  • Crime figures: 572 recorded offences in a single month, led by violent crime and anti-social behaviour, is worth factoring into any decision about a specific neighbourhood.

Questions about care homes in West Yorkshire

How many care homes are there in West Yorkshire?

There are 345 care homes listed in and around West Yorkshire on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in West Yorkshire cost?

Care homes in West Yorkshire range from around £742 to around £1,300 per week, with averages of £1,015 for residential, £1,022 for dementia, £1,026 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in West Yorkshire compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around West Yorkshire is about £1,015 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

227 of the 345 care homes in and around West Yorkshire are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 7 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in West Yorkshire?

Homes in and around West Yorkshire offer dementia (120), residential (120), nursing (76), respite (53). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in West Yorkshire?

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

Thinking about downsizing to an independent community?Explore retirement living in West YorkshirePrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in West Yorkshire

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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

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