Baycroft Great Baddow Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the heart of Chelmsford, Essex, you'll find Baycroft Great Baddow, a sophisticated care home with 64 beds, offering residential, nursing, and…
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Nursing homes in Danbury
There are 2 nursing homes in and around Danbury on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,245 a week, while Essex usually pays £849. The largest is Hatfield Peverel Lodge Care Home, with 68 beds.
Average residential fee in Danbury: £1,245/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Danbury
| Nursing homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,245 |
| Essex usual weekly rate (2025) | £849 |
| Largest | Hatfield Peverel Lodge Care Home (68 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Danbury
SafetyB
Good — safer than 46% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Danbury is about £1,245/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Danbury
The average residential care home in Danbury costs about £1,245/week, while Essex’s published usual rate is around £849/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £396/week (≈ £20,592/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Danbury
£1,245/wk
Essex usual rate
£849/wk
Likely top-up gap
£396/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Essex’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Danbury on the map
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Care homes (2)
0 in Danbury, 2 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
Hatfield Peverel Lodge Care Home
CQC Good
Tucked away in the bustling heart of Chelmsford, Hatfield Peverel is a lively yet quaint care home that instantly makes its residents feel welcomed and at…
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What care costs in Danbury
Residential (avg)
£1,245/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,245/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,245/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Danbury
Residential care homes
2 in DanburyNursing homes
2 in DanburyDementia care homes
2 in DanburyRespite care
2 in DanburyIs Danbury a good retirement location?
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.
Common questions
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 much do nursing homes in Danbury cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,245 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
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
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- Nursing homes in Colchester (3)
- Nursing homes in Upminster (4)
- Nursing homes in Hornchurch (5)
- Nursing homes in Romford (4)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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