McCarthy Stone
The Oaks
Retirement living in Alsager, Cheshire East
Operated by McCarthy Stone
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About
The Oaks is a retirement living development operated by McCarthy Stone, situated in a small market town in east Cheshire near the Staffordshire border. The development comprises 12 one-bedroom and 32 two-bedroom apartments available to buy or rent.
The development reflects the character of its local setting and the established community around it. Properties at The Oaks are marketed through the operator's resales service for those seeking a pre-owned apartment.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 250 m away
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 SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £889 |
| 2025 | £921 |
Local health safety net
The Oaks is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Leighton Hospital, 7.2 miles away. The local GP practice is THE CEDARS MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for The Oaks.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Alsager
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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North Staffordshire African Caribbean Association
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Part of McCarthy Stone
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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