Beaumont Manor Care Home
CQC Good
Beaumont Manor is a care home in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, offering residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care for up to 70 residents.
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Dementia care homes in Kirby-le-Soken
There are 3 dementia care homes in and around Kirby-le-Soken on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,200 a week, while Essex usually pays £849. The largest is Beaumont Manor Care Home, with 82 beds.
Average residential fee in Kirby-le-Soken: £1,200/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Kirby-le-Soken
| Dementia care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 3 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,200 |
| Essex usual weekly rate (2025) | £849 |
| Largest | Beaumont Manor Care Home (82 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Blenheim Care Home (July 2021) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Kirby-le-Soken
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 Kirby-le-Soken is about £1,200/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 Kirby-le-Soken
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 you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £351/week (≈ £18,252/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Kirby-le-Soken
£1,200/wk
Essex usual rate
£849/wk
Likely top-up gap
£351/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 Kirby-le-Soken on the map
- Good
- Requires improvement
Care homes (2)
0 in Kirby-le-Soken, 2 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
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What care costs in Kirby-le-Soken
Residential (avg)
£1,200/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,200/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,200/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Kirby-le-Soken
Residential care homes
2 in Kirby-le-SokenNursing homes
1 in Kirby-le-SokenDementia care homes
3 in Kirby-le-SokenRespite care
1 in Kirby-le-SokenIs Kirby-le-Soken a good retirement location?
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.
Common questions
How many dementia care homes are there in Kirby-le-Soken?
AskBart lists 3 dementia care homes in and around Kirby-le-Soken, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia care homes in Kirby-le-Soken rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do dementia care homes in Kirby-le-Soken cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,200 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 Kirby-le-Soken?
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.
Near Kirby-le-Soken
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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