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Care homes in Canvey Island

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There are 25 care homes in and around Canvey Island on AskBart. 91% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,790 a week, while Southend-on-Sea usually pays £958. The largest is Elizabeth House, with 109 beds.

care homes
25
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
91%
typical residential fee
£1,790/wkabove the UK average of £1,704
what Southend-on-Sea council pays
£958/wk

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Canvey Island

Care homes in Canvey Island (25)

★ With family reviews

5 in Canvey Island, 20 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate
  • Not rated

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

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Distance
Adalah Residential Rest Home LimitedGood · Feb 2025On request351.2 mi—2.5 mi
Amber LodgeGood · Feb 2026On request251.1 mi—2.8 mi
Ambika Lodge Care HomeGood · Apr 2021On request215.5 mi—2.5 mi
Beauleigh Court—On request532.0 mi—1.9 mi
Brambles Care HomeGood · Aug 2026On request331.2 mi—2.5 mi
Britannia LodgeGood · Sept 2025On request151.0 mi—3.0 mi
Catherine Miller HouseGood · May 2023On request301.0 mi—2.7 mi
Cavell LodgeGood · Mar 2020On request361.7 mi—2.7 mi
Chalkwell GrangeInadequate · May 2026On request481.1 mi—2.5 mi
Crowstone HouseGood · Apr 2025On request541.2 mi—2.7 mi
Elizabeth HouseGood · Mar 2024On request1093.9 mi—2.8 mi
Grace Court—On request585.0 mi—2.9 mi
Grandville Lodge LimitedGood · Mar 2020On request211.5 mi—2.2 mi
Hallmark Admiral Court Care HomeOutstanding£1,790600.9 mi—2.8 mi
Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care HomeOutstanding · Apr 2020On request600.9 mi—2.9 mi
Kimberley Grace Care HomeGood · Dec 2021On request171.2 mi—2.9 mi
Legra Residential Care HomeGood · Aug 2018On request201.9 mi—2.0 mi
LongviewGood · Jun 2026On request705.3 mi—2.1 mi
Silverpoint Court Residential Care HomeRequires improvement · Apr 2025On request363.6 mi—0.1 mi
Silversea LodgeGood · May 2021On request150.8 mi—2.9 mi
St Edith's CourtGood · Jul 2026On request391.3 mi—2.4 mi
The Lilacs Residential HomeGood · May 2026On request171.1 mi—2.7 mi
Umika Lodge Care HomeGood · Feb 2025On request294.5 mi—1.2 mi
Uplands Rehabilitation CentreGood · Nov 2021On request171.1 mi—2.9 mi
Westcliff Lodge LimitedGood · Feb 2026On request221.0 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.

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Canvey Island in numbers

91% of Canvey Island’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 2 rated Outstanding. Based on 23 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Canvey Island costs about £1,790/week, while Southend-on-Sea’s published usual rate is around £958/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £832/week (about £43,264/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 Southend-on-Sea council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed25
Rated Good or Outstanding21 of 23 (91%)
Rated Outstanding2
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,790
Southend-on-Sea usual weekly rate (2025)£958
LargestElizabeth House (109 beds)
Most recently inspectedChalkwell Grange (August 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 6 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 4 · Respite 2
Average house price, Castle Point (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£362,602
Outstanding2
Good19
Requires improvement1
Inadequate1
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Canvey Island£1,790/wk
  • Nursing, Canvey Island£1,790/wk
  • Dementia, Canvey Island£1,790/wk
  • Essex average£1,365/wk
  • UK average£1,704/wk
  • Southend-on-Sea usual rate£958/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Essex. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Southend-on-Sea'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 Castle Point

The average house price in Castle Point is £362,602, 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
£362,602
Detached
£483,448
Semi-detached
£355,737
Terraced
£291,795
Flats & maisonettes
£169,071

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 Canvey Island

Canvey Island is a quiet Essex location with an above-average retired population and good green space. Fees for care homes sit below the national average, making it affordable for many. It's suited to those who value a peaceful setting and don't mind a car-dependent area with limited local shops.

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 68% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

57 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime37
  • Other theft4
  • Public order4
  • Vehicle crime3
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Canvey Island

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

Charity

Wyvern Community Transport

Wyvern Community Transport provides fully accessible transport to permanent residents of Rochford District and Castle Point Borough on an individual basis who are unable to access public transport.

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1113449)
Charity

Age Concern Southend-on-sea Cio

Age Concern Southend-on-Sea provides a face-to-face friendship/befriending service, telephone befriending, transport for older people to medical appointments, clubs, shops etc., a handyman…

3.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160916)
Charity

Carers Choices

Carers Choices is a specialist charity supporting unpaid carers and the people they care for. We provide practical and emotional support through our advocacy, groups and services including respite…

3.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1093483)
Charity

The C E D A R S (The Centre for the Employment of the Disabled and Retired in Rayleigh Society)

The society is known as c e d a r s (centre for employment of the disabled and retired of rochford society. it was originally hoped to find "piece work" to supplement the income of pensioners and…

4.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (278255)
Charity

Hockley and Hawkwell Day Centre

From our own premises we provide a meeting place for the benefit of the people of Hockley and Hawkwell aged 55 or over. Freshly cooked lunches, light refreshments and afternoon entertainment are…

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (207022)
Charity

Basildon Community Transport Services Ltd

To provide transport options to people who find public transport difficult to access due to age, disability or geographical isolation. to aid other charitable organisations and to help minimise…

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1146853)

Is Canvey Island a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Canvey Island

Canvey Island works well for people seeking a calm, affordable retirement in the East of England where more than one in five residents are over 65. It suits those with family support nearby and a willingness to travel for everyday errands, or those drawn to waterside walks and a quieter pace. The local care-home provision is modest, so early enquiry matters.

Health & support

  • Medical access: The nearest GP surgeries and pharmacies are within reach, though you'll need to check exact distances with local providers. Southend Hospital lies nearby for emergency care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026-04 was 97 offences, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour among the most common types — broadly in line with many seaside areas.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether family and friends are close enough to visit regularly; isolation can be a real factor on an island location.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees here run below the national average, making it one of the more affordable regions for residential care.
  • Transport: Canvey Island is car-dependent; public buses serve the area, but rail links to nearby towns require travel. Walking for daily errands is limited.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision on the island is modest in scope; early contact with local operators is wise to understand your options.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Thirteen parks and seven allotments offer outdoor space; the surrounding marshes and waterside walks are a genuine draw for those who enjoy nature.
  • Community: Eight restaurants and cafés, three pubs and bars, and a small social scene mean you'll rely on transport or family visits for most outings.
  • Climate: The East of England is cool and often damp; winters are mild by UK standards, though the island can feel exposed to wind and rain.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited everyday services: Only one supermarket on the island means shopping requires planning or regular trips off-site.
  • Island isolation: Being separated by water can make spontaneous visits from family harder and raises transport costs for healthcare or leisure.

Questions about care homes in Canvey Island

How many care homes are there in Canvey Island?

There are 25 care homes listed in and around Canvey Island 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 Canvey Island cost?

Care homes in Canvey Island range from around £1,790 per week, with averages of £1,790 for residential, £1,790 for dementia, £1,790 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Canvey Island is about £1,790 per week — above the UK average of £1,704. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

21 of the 25 care homes in and around Canvey Island are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 2 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Canvey Island?

Homes in and around Canvey Island offer residential (6), dementia (4), nursing (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Canvey Island?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Canvey Island:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Canvey Island

Near Canvey Island

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.

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