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Care homes in Kirby-le-Soken

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There are 9 care homes in and around Kirby-le-Soken on AskBart. 78% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,200 a week, while Essex usually pays £849. The largest is Beaumont Manor Care Home, with 82 beds.

care homes
9
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
78%
typical residential fee
£1,200/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Essex council pays
£849/wk

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Care homes in Kirby-le-Soken (9)

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0 in Kirby-le-Soken, 9 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Beaumont Manor Care HomeGood£1,2008214.5 mi—0.9 mi
Blenheim Care HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2021On request5714.7 mi—1.6 mi
Brenalwood Care HomeGood · Nov 2025On request3814.2 mi—2.2 mi
Delamer HouseGood · Dec 2019On request5714.1 mi—2.4 mi
Ernest Luff HomesGood · Aug 2019On request2814.8 mi—1.1 mi
Frintondene Care HomeGood · Aug 2019On request815.7 mi—1.9 mi
Lodge Care HomeGood · Nov 2018On request3614.5 mi—1.3 mi
Read HouseGood · Dec 2023On request4615.8 mi—1.7 mi
Winchester HouseRequires improvement · Apr 2025On request914.8 mi—0.7 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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Kirby-le-Soken in numbers

78% of Kirby-le-Soken’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 9 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Kirby-le-Soken costs about £1,200/week, while Essex’s published usual rate is around £849/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £351/week (about £18,252/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 Essex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed9
Rated Good or Outstanding7 of 9 (78%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,200
Essex usual weekly rate (2025)£849
LargestBeaumont Manor Care Home (82 beds)
Most recently inspectedRead House (November 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 3 · Respite 1
Average house price, Tendring (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£261,717
Good7
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Kirby-le-Soken£1,200/wk
  • Nursing, Kirby-le-Soken£1,200/wk
  • Dementia, Kirby-le-Soken£1,200/wk
  • Essex average£1,365/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Essex usual rate£849/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: Essex's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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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 Tendring

The average house price in Tendring is £261,717, 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
£261,717
Detached
£371,783
Semi-detached
£255,595
Terraced
£203,073
Flats & maisonettes
£131,855

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 Kirby-le-Soken

Kirby-le-Soken is a small, quieter East of England settlement with an above-average share of older residents and a good spread of green space and local amenities. It suits those seeking a rural or semi-rural retirement with walkable access to parks and community activity, though choice of care homes may be limited.

  • 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 (per head of population)

Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)

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

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 Kirby-le-Soken

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

Charity

Tendring Eldercare

Tending Eldercare provides services and care to the most vulnerable elderly residents via our eldercare Day Centre in the district of Tendring. We especially support those who suffer with…

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1155441)
Charity

The Stroke and Wellness Foundation

A local independent charity caring for tendring stroke survivors, their families & carers. Assist in any way possible during recovery, rehabilitation & in the long term. Activities provided on a…

3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1054049)
Charity

Age Concern Harwich and District

We provide social activities to include coffee mornings and lunch club Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly.

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1084299)
Charity

Tendring Community Transport

Provide relief to the inhabitants of Tendring District and its environs who have need because of age, mental or physical disability, or poverty and in particular to:Provide and maintain non-profit…

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1074755)
Charity

Essex Carers Support

Support, advice, information and advocacy for family carers

5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1145255)
Charity

Age Well East Ltd

Services for the general public and / or older people living in Essex and Suffolk. The services offered are: advice and support with claiming benefits, care, consumer, energy, advocacy and…

5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1142414)

Kirby-le-Soken: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Kirby-le-Soken

Is Kirby-le-Soken a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Kirby-le-Soken

Kirby-le-Soken is a modest community where nearly one in five residents are aged 65 or over — above the national average — suggesting an established older population. It offers plenty of parks and social venues, but as a small town the range of care homes is likely to be narrow, and you'll want to check availability carefully. It works well for people who value green space and a slower pace, and who have family or transport options to reach larger towns for specialist healthcare or shopping.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Check the distance to your nearest GP surgery and the hospital serving the area; as a smaller settlement, you may need to travel to a larger nearby centre for emergency or specialist care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 97 offences in the most recent reporting period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and other theft among the most common categories. Weigh this against your own comfort level.
  • Family & connection: Consider how easy it will be for family or friends to visit and support you, especially if they live further afield.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: No care-home fee data is held for this area; contact local homes directly to compare weekly rates against the national average.
  • Transport: Bus services run through the town; check routes to nearby larger centres. The area is partly walkable for everyday errands, though a car or accessible transport becomes more important for hospital visits or shopping further afield.
  • Housing options: As a small settlement, the choice of dedicated care homes is likely to be limited; early enquiry with local providers is essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 13 parks and 7 allotments, offering good scope for outdoor activity and gardening. Several restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars provide social meeting points.
  • Community: Look for local groups, lunch clubs or memory cafés through the local council or care providers; word-of-mouth is often strongest in smaller communities.
  • Climate: Expect typical East of England weather: mild winters, cool summers, and moderate rainfall year-round.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice of homes: As a smaller area, care-home provision may be restricted; you may need to travel nearby or plan ahead to secure a place that meets your needs.
  • Crime patterns: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour feature notably in local records; ask care homes and the local police what steps they take to support residents' safety and peace of mind.

Questions about care homes in Kirby-le-Soken

How many care homes are there in Kirby-le-Soken?

There are 9 care homes listed in and around Kirby-le-Soken 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 Kirby-le-Soken cost?

Care homes in Kirby-le-Soken range from around £1,200 per week, with averages of £1,200 for residential, £1,200 for dementia, £1,200 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Kirby-le-Soken compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Kirby-le-Soken is about £1,200 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Kirby-le-Soken are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

7 of the 9 care homes in and around Kirby-le-Soken are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Kirby-le-Soken?

Homes in and around Kirby-le-Soken offer dementia (3), residential (2), nursing (1), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Near Kirby-le-Soken

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

Guides for families

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