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Expert Analysis of Buxton Care Homes

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Buxton Care Home Market

Key figures for the local care home market, drawn from regulatory, financial, and food safety data

50%
Rated Good or Outstanding

Below average — choosing carefully matters here

£1,900
Average Weekly Cost

Higher than the national median — our Care Home Cost Calculator shows the council top-up risk

What the local care home market looks like in Buxton
11
Care Homes Analysed

Across Buxton and surrounding areas

25%
On Improving Trajectory

Homes trending upward based on recent official inspections

43%
Low Public Risk

Based on public financial records found for 7 homes

91%
Without Registered Manager

10 homes currently lack a registered manager

Official Rating Breakdown

5 Good4 Requires Improvement1 Inadequate

CQC Quality by Domain

Average scores across Buxton care homes

SafeRequires Improvement
EffectiveGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
Well-LedRequires Improvement

Buxton homes rate strongest on Caring and weakest on Safe.

Inspection Freshness

How recently homes were inspected by the national regulator

1–3 years2 (20%)
Over 3 years8 (80%)

80% of homes have ratings over 3 years old. Our reports verify against multiple data sources to give you a more current picture.

Public Financial Risk

Public company filing signals across company-backed care homes in Buxton

3 Low Public Risk4 Medium Public Risk

Based on public financial records · 7 homes analysed

Regional Insight

Buxton Market Analysis 2026

Population Growth
+14.3%

Projected increase in over-65s by 2033, driving demand for care home places.

Quality Rating
50%

Of homes meet the quality standard — fewer than average, so choosing carefully matters here.

Inspection Strength
Caring

Strongest quality domain at 2.9/4. When visiting, ask about “Safe” — it scores lowest at 2.3/4.

Manager Gap
91%

Of homes currently lack a registered manager — ask about this during your visit, as it affects day-to-day oversight.

Inspection Freshness
5.5 yrs

Average inspection age. 0% of homes inspected within the last 2 years.

Care Standards in Buxton

Specialist care coverage and food safety ratings across 11 homes

Overall quality

50%

Good or Outstanding

Largest specialist signal

6 homes

Dementia support (55%)

Food hygiene

5.0/5

7 homes with FSA data

Financial resilience

43%

show no financial risk indicators

Specialist Care Coverage

  • 6 (55%)

    Dementia

  • 6 (55%)

    Learning Disability

  • 5 (45%)

    Mental Health

  • 4 (36%)

    Physical Disability

  • 3 (27%)

    Sensory Impairment

Food Hygiene

7 of Buxton homes assessed

5.0/ 5
7 5-star

Financial Health

7 of 11 homes assessed

43%

Show low public financial risk

Low public risk3
Medium public risk4
LOCAL CARE INTELLIGENCE

Care Homes by Buxton Area

Care homes across Buxton's neighbourhoods, analysed and organised by location

All 11 Homes Analysed

Every care home in our Buxton database has been checked against CQC records, with current inspection reports and pricing information.

Why families in Buxton use RightCareHome

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Without independent analysis

  • 11 homes to compare manually
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  • Hidden quality and safety issues

With RightCareHome

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Buxton

Practical answers based on available local data and typical family concerns.

How many care homes are in Buxton?

Buxton has 11 registered care homes (1 nursing, 10 residential). Our database includes CQC ratings, pricing, and risk analysis for every home.

What is the average cost of a care home in Buxton?

Weekly costs in Buxton range from £1,585 to £2,215. The average is £1,900/week. Prices vary significantly by area — SK17 averages £1,900/week while SK17 is £1,900/week.

Which Buxton areas have the best care homes?

SK17 have the highest concentration of homes rated Good or Outstanding. SK17 leads with 50% of homes meeting this standard.

How many dementia care homes are in Buxton?

6 homes offer specialist dementia care in Buxton, representing 55% of all homes. Our reports highlight which dementia homes are rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

Are there mental health care homes in Buxton?

5 homes in Buxton specialise in mental health support, covering 45% of the local market.

What is the food hygiene standard in Buxton care homes?

Across 7 homes with FSA data in Buxton, the average food hygiene rating is 5.0 out of 5. 100% hold a 4 or 5-star rating.

Are Buxton care homes financially stable?

Of the 7 homes with financial data in Buxton, 43% show no financial risk indicators. Our reports flag any homes with medium, high, or critical financial risk.

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Based on official inspections, company accounts, and food hygiene records. Source update timings vary across inspection, pricing, and public records.

RCH Score methodology

How we rank care homes in Buxton

Score 0–10 · updated monthly

CQC inspections can be 2–4 years old. Our RCH Score combines the official inspection result with live signals — real reviews, quality trajectory, and financial stability — to surface homes that are performing well today, not just at the last inspection.

CQC

CQC inspection rating

40%

The official Care Quality Commission rating — Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate. The primary quality signal, but can be up to 4 years old.

Online reviews

30%

Average star rating from verified public reviews across the web, weighted by volume. Reflects the day-to-day experience of residents and families. Only counted when 10+ reviews exist.

CQC trend

15%

Whether the home's rating has been improving, stable, or declining across its last three inspections. An improving trajectory can offset an older rating.

Financial stability

15%

Operational risk derived from Companies House filings — profit/loss trend, debt levels, and director changes. Financially stressed homes face higher closure and quality risk.

Rankings are calculated from public data only. We do not accept referral fees or paid placements from care homes.

The RCH Score is a decision-support tool, not a definitive ranking. Always visit a home in person and ask for the latest CQC inspection report before making a decision.

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