We Care Group

Knowles Court Care Home

Nursing home in Bradford

CQC Good146 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • 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).
Address2 Bridgeway, Bradford BD4 9SN, UK
Beds146
Weekly feefrom £742 · 2026
En-suite0%

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About

Knowles Court is a care home in the Holmewood area of Bradford, West Yorkshire, operated by We Care Group. The home has 146 registered beds and provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care. It is set in a residential suburb and offers access to nearby green spaces and Bradford city centre.

The Care Quality Commission rated Knowles Court Good overall in its report published in 2015, and it received Good ratings across all five key questions: safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery500 m
A&E: Bradford Royal Infirmary3.8 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station2.1 miles
Shops650 m
Pub or bar400 m
  • Set back from main road noise

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsAdequate
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAdequate
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingAdequate
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysAmple

Local crime statistics

1,304 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime36%
Public order12%
Shoplifting9%
Drugs8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Gallery

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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

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Local health safety net

Knowles Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Bradford Royal Infirmary, 3.8 miles away. The local GP practice is TONG MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Bradford Royal Infirmary · 3.8 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
TONG MEDICAL PRACTICE · 0.3 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Bradford

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…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165792)
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…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1043975)
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.

5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (244589)
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…

6.3 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…

6.4 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…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1048838)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Knowles Court located?
It is situated in Bradford and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Knowles Court?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspects and rates care homes in England. Its latest overall rating for Knowles Court Care Home is Good.
What types of elderly care are available at Knowles Court?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Knowles Court have?
Currently, there are 146 beds at the home.
Who owns Knowles Court?
This care home is owned and operated by We Care Group.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Knowles Court, including: Hair & Beauty Treatments, Visits from Children, Dance & Music.
What is the cost of care at Knowles Court?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Knowles Court the cost of care starts from £742 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01274 003149 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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