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Nursing homes in Danbury

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There are 2 nursing homes in and around Danbury on AskBart. The largest is Chelmsford Care Centre Ltd, with 70 beds. The most recent inspection was at Chelmsford Care Centre Ltd in September 2023.

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Chelmsford Care Centre Ltd

Care homes in Danbury (2)

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1 in Danbury, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Danbury in numbers

What Essex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Nursing homes listed2
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 2 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Essex usual weekly rate (2025)£849
LargestChelmsford Care Centre Ltd (70 beds)
Most recently inspectedChelmsford Care Centre Ltd (September 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 1
Average house price, Chelmsford (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£383,103
Good2
Average weekly fees
  • Essex average£1,365/wk
  • UK average£1,716/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. 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

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Chelmsford

The average house price in Chelmsford is £383,103, 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
£383,103
Detached
£690,495
Semi-detached
£429,216
Terraced
£342,756
Flats & maisonettes
£211,852

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 Danbury

  • 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 66% 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

23 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime11
  • Public order4
  • Other theft3
  • Anti-social behaviour3
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 Danbury

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

Charity

Action for Family Carers

The relief of persons who are ill, disabled, incapacitated or elderly by the provision of information, education, support, respite care, recreation and advocacy for their Carers

4.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1127164)
Charity

South Woodham Ferrers Men's Shed

Alleviation of isolation and loneliness for men over 18 years.Education in woodworking as a means of cultivating trust and friendship

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1214615)
Charity

Age Concern Chelmsford

Day Centre and Luncheon Club operating for the benefit of the older residents of Chelmsford and the surrounding area.

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1209522)
Charity

Stock Over 60's Club

Provides recreational facilities for elderly people

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (287190)
Charity

The Dengie D-caf

The Dengie D-Caf aims to promote a good quality of life for people living with dementia on the Dengie Peninsula, as well as their carers, friends and family. It provides opportunities for people…

7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1164014)
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…

8.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (207022)

Danbury: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+49.5%
Projected change in Chelmsford, 2025 to 2035 (5,297 to 7,921). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+15.4%
Projected change in Chelmsford, 2025 to 2035 (36,970 to 42,657). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Boots (0.7 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
1
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.7%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 36.3% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
7.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.7 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–10 out of 10
Where the 4 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Danbury

  • Farleigh Hospice · 7 milesCQC page
  • Little Havens Children's Hospice · 9.5 milesCQC Good (report published February 2017). CQC page
  • Fair Havens · 11.6 milesCQC Good (report published April 2017). CQC page

Hospitals near Danbury

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 Danbury a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Danbury

Danbury suits those seeking a village-like setting with good outdoor space and a established community of older residents. At 20.8% aged 65+, it's slightly above the national average, suggesting a settled retirement population. The trade-off is modest everyday provision — weigh whether its quieter character and green surroundings outweigh limited on-site services for you and your family.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery locations and distance to nearby hospital care; check with local NHS services.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in April 2026 was 97 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and theft among the most common — higher than many quieter areas, so do ask care homes about their security and staff experience.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family is; a smaller town may mean longer travel for relatives, though it can suit those with strong local ties.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Compare local weekly care fees directly with national averages via your chosen homes; Danbury's provision will vary by operator.
  • Transport: Check bus routes to nearby towns and any rail links; confirm how walkable the town is for daily needs, since there is 1 supermarket locally.
  • Housing options: Local care homes exist; confirm the range of provision (residential, nursing, specialist) with individual operators.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: 13 parks and 7 allotments offer good outdoor access and community gardening. 8 restaurants & cafes and 3 pubs provide eating and social venues.
  • Community: Seek out local memory cafés, U3A groups or church-run activities; ask care homes about their links to community groups.
  • Climate: Essex has a temperate South East climate — mild winters and warm summers, though rain is spread throughout the year.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Recorded offences are notable; ask prospective care homes directly about safeguarding measures and their experience supporting residents' safety.
  • Limited everyday retail: One supermarket may feel tight; confirm whether care homes run outings or support shopping, or whether family can help.

Questions about care homes in Danbury

How many nursing homes are there in Danbury?

AskBart lists 2 nursing homes in and around Danbury, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are nursing homes in Danbury rated?

Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between nursing homes in Danbury?

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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.

Near Danbury

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.