Priestley
Residential care home · Batley
Market Street, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9EN
Run by Highgate Care Services (Yorkshire) LTD
- GoodCQC · May 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds40
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01924 440265
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 9 May 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Priestley
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-4758354134
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Priestley
Priestley provides residential, dementia and respite care in a supportive home for older people. The service is registered for dementia and older people, with the wider provider operating care homes across Yorkshire, the North East, Staffordshire and North Lincolnshire.
Residents can take part in activities and community events, while the home supports everyday routines in a residential setting. Its position within Highgate Care gives families access to a wider care group with experience across residential, dementia, mental health and nursing services.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Batley
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holme House Care HomeCleckheaton | 1.2 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Claremont HouseHeckmondwike | 1.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Eden CourtBradford | 1.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Owlett HallBradford | 1.6 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Newlands HallHeckmondwike | 1.6 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
Also run by Highgate Care Services (Yorkshire) LTD
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The HawthornesBradford | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| York HouseDewsbury | Good | 7.4 | |
| The SycamoresWakefield | Good | 8.0 | |
| Highfield Care CentreCastleford | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Crystal CourtHarrogate | Good | 8.0 | |
| Maple CourtScarborough | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Community events and regular activities
- Part of a multi-region care provider
Ask about
- The wider group’s nursing services are separate from this home
Suits: Older people needing residential, dementia or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Market Street, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9EN
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Questions families ask
What types of care does Priestley provide?
They provide residential care, dementia care and respite care in a supportive setting.
Does the care home have an in-house beauty salon?
Yes. The home has an in-home beauty salon for residents.
Can residents bring personal items to decorate their rooms?
Yes. Residents are encouraged to decorate their rooms with personal items and cherished belongings.
How much does Priestley cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Priestley for its weekly fee. As a guide, Kirklees council paid on average £957 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.