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Care homes in Maldon

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There are 9 care homes in and around Maldon on AskBart. 78% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,200 a week, while Essex usually pays £849. The largest is Brewster House, with 74 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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Maldon

Care homes in Maldon (9)

★ With family reviews

All within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Boucherne LimitedGood · Apr 2018On request249.4 mi—0.9 mi
Brewster HouseRequires improvement · Jun 2024On request749.9 mi—1.3 mi
Elmcroft Care HomeRequires improvement£1,2005411.2 mi—4.5 mi
FirstlingsOutstanding · Oct 2019On request329.7 mi—0.9 mi
Hailey HouseGood · Jan 2025On request209.2 mi—0.1 mi
Longfield Care HomeGood · Dec 2023On request409.7 mi—0.6 mi
St Peters CourtGood · Jan 2026On request249.4 mi—0.1 mi
The LodgeGood · Jun 2026On request259.2 mi—0.1 mi
Totham Lodge Home for the ElderlyGood · Nov 2018On request289.5 mi—2.1 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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Maldon in numbers

78% of Maldon’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 9 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Maldon 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 Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,200
Essex usual weekly rate (2025)£849
LargestBrewster House (74 beds)
Most recently inspectedLongfield Care Home (November 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 5 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 5 · Respite 4
Average house price, Maldon (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£384,348
Outstanding1
Good6
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Maldon£1,200/wk
  • Nursing, Maldon£1,200/wk
  • Dementia, Maldon£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.

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 October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Maldon

The average house price in Maldon is £384,348, 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
£384,348
Detached
£563,125
Semi-detached
£347,354
Terraced
£273,936
Flats & maisonettes
£170,356

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 Maldon

Maldon is a modest Essex town with a slightly older population and good everyday amenities—8 supermarkets, 40 cafés and restaurants. It has just one care home listed locally, rated as requiring improvement, so choice is very limited and families will need to look carefully or explore nearby options.

  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 43% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

103 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime46
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Drugs10
  • Criminal damage & arson9
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 Maldon

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

0.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1127164)
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…

5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1164014)
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

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

Cressing Temple Community Shed

The purpose is to share skills and experiences, provide a haven to combat loneliness and isolation and to add value to communities. It is an opportunity to use your skills in wood working,…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1175821)

Maldon: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+65.2%
Projected change in Maldon, 2025 to 2035 (2,488 to 4,109). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+21.8%
Projected change in Maldon, 2025 to 2035 (18,151 to 22,100). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
4
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
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)
6.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 14 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Maldon

  • Farleigh Hospice · 9.2 milesCQC page
  • Little Havens Children's Hospice · 11.4 milesCQC Good (report published February 2017). CQC page
  • Fair Havens · 12.2 milesCQC Good (report published April 2017). CQC page

Hospitals near Maldon

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Maldon a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Maldon

Maldon suits those who want a quieter Essex location with solid local services and a established retirement community (20.8% of residents are over 65, above the national average of 18.6%). However, the single care home available is rated as requiring improvement, which is a significant consideration. Families should view it thoroughly or be prepared to look to neighbouring areas for alternatives.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Use the DATA provided to identify GP surgeries and pharmacies in Maldon; the nearest hospital emergency care is within reasonable reach via Essex NHS provision, but confirm exact distances with local NHS services before deciding.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 103 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and drugs as the most common categories—modestly higher than some UK areas, so worth discussing with local police or the care home.
  • Family & connection: Consider whether you have family or a support network within visiting distance, as isolation can affect wellbeing in a smaller town.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly fees for the listed care home here should be checked directly; compare them to the national average and your budget before proceeding.
  • Transport: Maldon has bus links; rail connections to nearby cities exist but require checking current timetables. The town is moderately walkable for everyday errands, though a car can be helpful for wider travel.
  • Housing options: Only 1 care home is listed locally, with around 54 beds—choice is very limited, so early enquiry and viewing are essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Seven parks and five allotments offer outdoor space and potential gardening interests; 16 pubs and 40 cafés and restaurants provide social and eating-out options.
  • Community: Look into local social groups and memory cafés through the care home or local council; smaller towns often have active community networks, but verify what's available before moving.
  • Climate: Essex typically has a temperate maritime climate—mild winters and moderate summers—though coastal areas like Maldon can be windier and damper than inland regions.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one home is listed locally and it requires improvement, leaving little flexibility; families may need to explore care options in nearby towns.
  • Crime categories: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are among the most recorded offences; discuss safety measures with the care home and local services.

Questions about care homes in Maldon

How many care homes are there in Maldon?

There are 9 care homes listed in and around Maldon 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 Maldon cost?

Care homes in Maldon 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 Maldon compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Maldon 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 Maldon are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

7 of the 9 care homes in and around Maldon are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Maldon?

Homes in and around Maldon offer dementia (5), residential (5), respite (4), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Maldon?

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

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

Near Maldon

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

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