Distance from the town centre: 2.7 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Dementia care homes in Canvey Island
3 homes
There are 3 dementia care homes in and around Canvey Island on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,790 a week, while Southend-on-Sea usually pays £958. The largest is Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home, with 60 beds. The most recent inspection was at Catherine Miller House in April 2023.
- care homes
- 3
- typical residential fee
- £1,790/wkabove the UK average of £1,716
- what Southend-on-Sea council pays
- £958/wk
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Care homes in Canvey Island (3)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
- Outstanding
- Good
- Not rated
Top-rated in Canvey Island
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.
Distance from the town centre: 2.7 mi
Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCQC Outstanding
from £1790/wk
Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miFees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine Miller House | Good · May 2023 | On request | 30 | 1.0 mi | — | 2.7 mi |
| Grace Court | — | On request | 58 | 5.0 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home | Outstanding · Apr 2020 | £1,790 | 60 | 0.9 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
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
| Dementia care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,790 |
| Southend-on-Sea usual weekly rate (2025) | £958 |
| Largest | Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home (60 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Catherine Miller House (April 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 3 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, Castle Point (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £362,602 |
Outstanding1
Good1
Not yet rated1
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 November 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
- 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)
Canvey Island: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+49.3%
Projected change in Castle Point, 2025 to 2035 (3,214 to 4,799). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+9%
Projected change in Castle Point, 2025 to 2035 (23,178 to 25,262). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Britannia Pharmacy (0.8 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
17
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.8%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 94.1% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
10.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–5 out of 10
Where the 10 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospices near Canvey Island
- Little Havens Children's Hospice · 3.6 milesCQC Good (report published February 2017). CQC page
- Fair Havens · 4.2 milesCQC Good (report published April 2017). CQC page
- St Luke's Hospice · 7.6 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
Hospitals near Canvey Island
- Care homes near Southend Hospital · A&E · 3.6 miles
- Care homes near Basildon University Hospital · A&E · 7.9 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
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 dementia care homes are there in Canvey Island?
AskBart lists 3 dementia care homes in and around Canvey Island, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Canvey Island rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Canvey Island cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,790 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between dementia care homes in Canvey Island?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Canvey Island?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Canvey Island:
Near Canvey Island
- Dementia care homes in Leigh-on-Sea 6
- Dementia care homes in Westcliff-on-sea 9
- Dementia care homes in Hadleigh 4
- Dementia care homes in Benfleet 4
- Dementia care homes in South Benfleet 4
- Dementia care homes in Sothend-on-Sea 12
- Care homes in Basildon 8
- Care homes in Benfleet 4
- Care homes in Braintree 18
- Care homes in Brentwood 13
- Care homes in Buckhurst Hill 3
- Care homes in Chelmsford 18
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Dementia-Friendly Care Home
- The Stages of Dementia: What to Expect (2026)
- Caring for Someone with Dementia: How to Cope (2026)
More in our dementia care guides.
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