AskBart
About usGet free advice

Care homes in Kidsgrove

21 homes

There are 21 care homes in and around Kidsgrove on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,173 a week, while Stoke-on-Trent usually pays £712. The largest is Bradwell Hall Nursing Home, with 127 beds.

care homes
21
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,173/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Stoke-on-Trent council pays
£712/wk

Free, independent advice from Janet, Claire and the AskBart teamHow we check our information

Care homes in Kidsgrove

Care homes in Kidsgrove (21)

★ With family reviews

0 in Kidsgrove, 21 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

Top-rated in Kidsgrove

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

Overwhelmed by choice?

Ask Bart anything now, or leave your number and a person calls you back within one working day. Free.

Talk to an adviser
ClaybourneDistance from the town centre: 1.8 mi
CQC Good

46 beds

MHA (Methodist Homes)

DementiaResidential
ARCO Approved
Fees on request
View home: Claybourne
Compare every home in Kidsgrove in one table
Distance
Abbeywell Court Care HomeRequires improvement£1,300453.3 mi—3.0 mi
Bradwell Hall Nursing HomeGood · Apr 2021On request1273.1 mi—2.9 mi
ClaybourneGood · Nov 2019On request465.1 mi—1.8 mi
Clement Court Care HomeGood£800794.6 mi—2.3 mi
Davlyn HouseOutstanding · Nov 2018On request296.1 mi—2.3 mi
Farmhouse Residential Rest HomeGood · May 2026On request234.3 mi—2.0 mi
Goldendale Residential Care HomeGood · Jan 2018On request423.9 mi—2.1 mi
Goldenhill Nursing HomeGood · Apr 2019On request465.1 mi—1.0 mi
Hillswood House Care HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2023On request555.8 mi—0.1 mi
Lavender House Residential HomeRequires improvement · Jul 2025On request207.0 mi—2.4 mi
Lawton Manor Care HomeGood£1,192636.9 mi—1.4 mi
Lawton Rise Care HomeGood£1,262625.1 mi—1.0 mi
Maple Tree CourtGood · May 2019On request646.3 mi—0.6 mi
New Milton House Care HomeGood£900397.2 mi—2.8 mi
Scotia HeightsGood · Jan 2022On request603.4 mi—2.9 mi
Springbank Nursing HomeGood · Nov 2019On request426.4 mi—2.6 mi
St Michael`s Care Home—On request454.7 mi—2.0 mi
The Old Vicarage Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Oct 2023On request454.9 mi—1.2 mi
Twyford HouseGood · Mar 2025On request707.3 mi—2.2 mi
Twyford House Care HomeGood£1,300707.2 mi—2.1 mi
Woodview Care HomeGood · May 2021On request603.1 mi—2.9 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.

Run a care home or business in Kidsgrove that’s missing or out of date? Add or update a listing

Kidsgrove in numbers

80% of Kidsgrove’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 20 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Kidsgrove costs about £1,173/week, while Stoke-on-Trent’s published usual rate is around £712/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £461/week (about £23,972/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 Stoke-on-Trent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed21
Rated Good or Outstanding16 of 20 (80%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate4
Average published weekly fee£1,173
Stoke-on-Trent usual weekly rate (2025)£712
LargestBradwell Hall Nursing Home (127 beds)
Most recently inspectedThe Old Vicarage Nursing Home (September 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 8 · Dementia 11 · Respite 6
Average house price, Newcastle-under-Lyme (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£209,547
Outstanding1
Good15
Requires improvement4
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Kidsgrove£1,173/wk
  • Nursing, Kidsgrove£1,171/wk
  • Dementia, Kidsgrove£1,112/wk
  • Newcastle-under-Lyme average£1,044/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Stoke-on-Trent usual rate£712/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Newcastle-under-Lyme. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Stoke-on-Trent's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.

Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in Newcastle-under-Lyme

The average house price in Newcastle-under-Lyme is £209,547, 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
£209,547
Detached
£322,909
Semi-detached
£202,530
Terraced
£163,085
Flats & maisonettes
£93,255

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 Kidsgrove

Kidsgrove is a West Midlands town with a population above the national average share of residents aged 65+, suggesting an established community with older residents. It offers reasonable everyday provision and green space, though care-home choice and transport links will need careful checking for your circumstances.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 35% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

152 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime67
  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Public order15
  • Criminal damage & arson14
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 Kidsgrove

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

Charity

Green Door

Green Door is for everyone and provides accessible activities encouraging the use of our local green spaces. Our aim is to help reduce loneliness and isolation in our communities. We offer…

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1168437)
Charity

North Staffordshire African Caribbean Association

Norsaca is dedicated to fostering well-being among children and adults of BAME communities, through activities centred around cohesion. We provide a safe space to encourage building friendships,…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1093338)

Kidsgrove: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Kidsgrove

Is Kidsgrove a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Kidsgrove

Kidsgrove suits families looking for a town-centre location in the West Midlands with decent local amenities and a higher-than-average over-65 population. The town has 5 supermarkets, 9 parks and a fair range of cafes and pubs, which can support an active retirement. However, care-home provision is limited, so early exploration of available homes and their fees is essential; transport access to larger cities and specialist services will also matter for your choice.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You will need to confirm GP surgery locations and distances to hospital emergency care with local NHS services, as this varies by postcode within the town.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 152 offences in the 2026-04 reporting period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public order being the most common types. This is a consideration when weighing your sense of security.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about how close family and your support network are to Kidsgrove, and whether regular visits and help are realistic.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Check current weekly care-home fees with local providers; compare these against the national average to judge affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: The town has bus links; you will want to verify rail connections to nearby cities and how walkable local services are if you or visiting family need to travel.
  • Housing options: Kidsgrove has limited care-home provision, so early contact with local operators and availability is important.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 9 parks and 3 allotments, plus 9 restaurants and cafes and 15 pubs and bars, offering scope for walks, dining and social activity.
  • Community: Confirm what social groups, memory cafés and support networks are active locally—this can be key to settling well.
  • Climate: The West Midlands has a temperate UK climate with modest rainfall and cool winters; typical for central England.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Kidsgrove has fewer retirement homes than larger urban centres, so options may be narrower and advance planning is vital.
  • Crime profile: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are the most recorded offence types locally, which matters if personal safety is a priority for you.

Questions about care homes in Kidsgrove

How many care homes are there in Kidsgrove?

There are 21 care homes listed in and around Kidsgrove 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 Kidsgrove cost?

Care homes in Kidsgrove range from around £800 to around £1,300 per week, with averages of £1,173 for residential, £1,112 for dementia, £1,171 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Kidsgrove is about £1,173 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

16 of the 21 care homes in and around Kidsgrove are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Kidsgrove?

Homes in and around Kidsgrove offer dementia (11), nursing (8), residential (8), respite (6). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Near Kidsgrove

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.