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Benfield Hall Nursing Home
Care home in Consett, County Durham
Benfield Hall Nursing Home
Care home in Consett, County Durham
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About
Benfield Hall Nursing Home is a 20-bed nursing home in Consett, County Durham. It is registered to provide nursing care and is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led (report published 2019).
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
241 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what County Durham council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £807 |
| 2025 | £857 |
What County Durham council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Benfield Hall Nursing Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is University Hospital of North Durham, 11.1 miles away. The local GP practice is QUEENS ROAD SURGERY, 0.4 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Consett
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
St Patrick's Hall Organisation Consett
St Patrick's Hall Organisation Consett provides a substantial community facility and services for the benefit of the people of Consett and surrounding areas. The hall is used by groups such as…
Burnopfield Community Association
Burnopfield community association hold a number of activities for young and old alike Pandas Play School Parents Toddlers Ladies Keep Fit for over 50 yrs Kickboxing for children age 5 to 15yrs…
Tanfield Lea and District Community Association
Bingo, Ladies Club, Art,Crafts, Digital Imaging,Library, Lunch Club, Public Internet Access Point, Swing-fit, Toddlers & Carers Group, Pilates, Taichi, War Hammer, Yoga
Rowlands Gill and District Community Centre
Our centre is self-financing and managed by volunteers. We provide a pleasant venue for local residents and groups. Activities include art, ladies choir, W.I. and day centre for the elderly (run…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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