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Nursing homes in Harlow

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There are 2 nursing homes in and around Harlow on AskBart. The largest is Abbot Care Home, with 117 beds. The most recent inspection was at Abbot Care Home in September 2023.

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Harlow

Care homes in Harlow (2)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Harlow in numbers

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

Nursing homes listed2
Rated Good or Outstanding1 of 2 (50%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Essex usual weekly rate (2025)£849
LargestAbbot Care Home (117 beds)
Most recently inspectedAbbot Care Home (September 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1
Average house price, Harlow (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£313,338
Good1
Requires improvement1
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 · Respite care

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

House prices in Harlow

The average house price in Harlow is £313,338, 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
£313,338
Detached
£621,622
Semi-detached
£429,044
Terraced
£315,241
Flats & maisonettes
£179,621

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 Harlow

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 39% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

148 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime60
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Other theft13
  • Drugs12
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Harlow

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

Charity

Harlow Stroke Support, Rehab Centre

We run these non-medical rehab groups:2 social and Rehab sessions, 1 for under 65s one for anyone having had a Stroke or carer. These sessions work on building confidence and concentration ,a…

1.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1099071)
Charity

Age Concern Harlow

The aims and objectives of the group are to further charitable purposes for the benefit of the elderly in the district of Harlow. In furtherance of these objectives to co-ordinate and supplement…

1.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (264451)
Charity

Friends of the Hailey Day Centre

The Trust provides a wide and diverse range of activities for older people in Sawbridgeworth. Activities include quizzes, outings, keep fit, cooked lunches, cinema experience, chiropody, hearing…

4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1030820)
Charity

Epping Forest Community Transport

Epping forest & harlow community transport for people who have difficulty accessing conventional transport. this may be due to restricted mobility, no alternative form of passenger transport due…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1148539)
Charity

Age Concern Ware

The clubs The Keep Fit ??? Wednesday morningDancing ??? Thursday afternoonWhist ??? meets on Wednesday afternoonsOver Sixties ??? meets on Friday afternoonsA luncheon club is held on a Tuesday of…

5.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (210380)
Charity

Carers in Hertfordshire

The charity seeks to provide information and support to family carers who are elderly disabled or chronically sick and to advance public education about family caring, involve carers in…

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1085491)

Harlow: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+20.5%
Projected change in Harlow, 2025 to 2035 (1,806 to 2,176). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+16.2%
Projected change in Harlow, 2025 to 2035 (14,364 to 16,690). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Lloyds Clinical (0.4 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
15
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
95.3%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 84.9% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
9.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–8 out of 10
Where the 23 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Harlow

  • St Clare Hospice · 3.5 milesCQC Outstanding (report published March 2020). CQC page
  • Isabel Hospice · 11 milesCQC Good (report published September 2016). CQC page
  • Saint Francis Hospice · 11.6 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Harlow

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 Harlow a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Harlow

Harlow suits people seeking a town setting with parks and everyday services, who can commit to one of very few local care homes or are open to nearby alternatives. The over-65 share (20.8%) is above the national average, suggesting an established retired community. However, the single care home listed here means choice is minimal—families should view early and discuss any waiting lists or nearby options with providers.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Multiple GP surgeries and pharmacies serve the town; the nearest hospital is within reasonable reach, though you should confirm exact travel times when considering a specific home.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 148 offences in April 2026, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour among the more common types—higher than the quietest UK towns, so worth factoring into your peace-of-mind calculation.
  • Family & connection: Reflect on where your close family and support network are based; Harlow's town setting and transport links may help, or distance could be an issue.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care home fees in Harlow are broadly in line with the East of England region; confirm exact rates with the listed home, as fees vary widely by room type and service package.
  • Transport: The town has bus services and rail links to nearby cities including London, making it accessible for visiting family and local errands, though some walking or driving is needed for many daily tasks.
  • Housing options: Only one care home is listed here (with beds ranging around 61), so your choice is extremely limited. Discuss availability, waiting lists and any sister homes with the provider straight away.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Harlow has 33 parks and 10 allotments, offering good scope for outdoor activity and gardening interests; the town also has 16 restaurants and cafes and 10 pubs and bars for social outings.
  • Community: Look into local clubs and activity groups through the care home or community centres; the above-average older population suggests existing social networks and memory cafés may be available.
  • Climate: East of England winters are cool and damp, with mild summers—fairly typical UK climate, so standard cold-weather planning applies.

Things to weigh up

  • Single care home option: With only one listed home, you have little flexibility if it's full, not a good fit or doesn't suit your needs—explore nearby towns and care providers early.
  • Crime rate: Recorded crime is noticeably higher than in quieter areas, chiefly violent crime and anti-social behaviour—weigh this against your security and comfort priorities.

Questions about care homes in Harlow

How many nursing homes are there in Harlow?

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

How are nursing homes in Harlow rated?

Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between nursing homes in Harlow?

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.

Weighing up your options in Harlow?

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

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

Near Harlow

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

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.

Header photo: Steve Cadman from London, U.K., CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons