Sheltered accommodation
Sheltered housing tenants have their own self contained flats or studio apartments with their own kitchens and bathrooms. Tenants live independently in a safe and secure environment.
Why should I choose sheltered accommodation?
All schemes have:
- secure door entrance systems
- lifts serving all floors
- communal gardens
- resident parking spaces
- resident access to a 24 hour emergency warden alarm service
Most schemes also have:
- communal lounges for activities and social events
- a laundry equipped with washers and driers
- a guest room for the use of overnight visitors
- a scheme manager to oversee the running of the scheme along with support for tenants
Where are the schemes in the High Peak?
- Hartington Gardens, Hartington Road, Buxton
- Milton Court, Broad Walk, Buxton
- Marian Court, Sherwood Road, Buxton
- Alma Square, Fairfield, Buxton
- Queens Court, Queens Road, Fairfield, Buxton
- Eccles Fold, Manchester Road, Chapel en-le Frith
- Cromford Court, New Road, Whaley Bridge
How much rent will I have to pay?
Total charges range from around £98 per week for a studio apartment to approximately £125 for a 2 bedroom flat. The cost of the warden service is included in the rent.
If you are on a low income or certain types of benefits, you may get some help towards your rent. Go to to find out more.
Do I have to be a certain age to qualify for sheltered housing?
Anyone over the age of 55 or with a qualifying disability can register for sheltered accommodation.
How do I register?
You will need to register on the Home Options (opens new window) scheme to become eligible for a property. If you need any help registering, contact the Home Options team on 0345 129 8075.
