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VerifiedSpringfields Nursing Home is a nursing home in Colchester, Essex, with 37 registered beds.
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Residential care homes in Essex – page 2
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There are 124 residential care homes in Essex on AskBart. 83% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,344 a week. The largest is Colonia Court Care Home, with 123 beds. The most recent inspection was at Longfield Care Home in November 2023.
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Mundy House is a residential care home in Basildon, Essex, providing care for up to 66 residents.
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Cedar House is a care home in Stanford Le Hope, Thurrock, registered for 33 beds.
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VerifiedStambridge Meadows Care Home is a 49-bed residential care home in Rochford, Essex, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
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Drummonds is a 45-bed care home in Colchester, Essex.
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VerifiedAbberton Manor Nursing Home is a 26-bed nursing home in Colchester, Essex.
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VerifiedNestled in the heart of Ilford, within the vibrant East of England borough of Redbridge, you'll find the charming Brentwood Arches care home. Under the dedicated leadership of manager Godfrey Odiase,…
from £1475/wk
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VerifiedEdensor Care Centre is a 50-bed care home in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, operated by Diagrama Healthcare.
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VerifiedShaftesbury Dolphin Court is a 17-bed residential care home in Thorpe Bay, Southend-on-Sea, operated by Livability.
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VerifiedNestled adjacent to the breathtaking High Woods Country Park in Colchester, Woodland View is a warm and welcoming care home that offers specialised residential, respite, and dementia care for the…
from £1591/wk
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Tucked away in the tranquil rural setting of Great Dunmow, you'll discover the charming Moat House Care Home. As a part of the esteemed Country Court Care Home network, it provides a variety of care…
from £1450/wk
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Cleaveland Lodge is a 54-bed residential care home in Colchester, Essex, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
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VerifiedPeverel Green Care Home is a 60-bed care home in Chelmsford, Essex, operated by Gold Care Homes.
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Heron Court is a 35-bed care home in Brentwood, Essex, operated by Runwood.
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Pinetree Care Home is a 60-bed care home in Rayleigh, Essex, operated by Barchester Healthcare.
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VerifiedRose Belle is a residential care home in Witham, Essex, with 7 registered beds.
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Nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Hutton Poplars Estate, Brentwood, you'll find Leonard Lodge, a purpose-built care home dedicated to providing a variety of specialised care services. These…
from £1413/wk
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Alexandra House – Harwich is a 47-bed residential care home run by Methodist Homes in Harwich, Essex.
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VerifiedAlexandra House Care Home is a 47-bed residential and dementia care home run by MHA, a national charity with over 80 years' experience in later-life care.
from £939/wk
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Cameron House is a 44-bed residential care home in Basildon, Essex, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
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Key facts: Essex
| Residential care homes listed | 124 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 99 of 119 (83%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 4 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 20 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,344 |
| Largest | Colonia Court Care Home (123 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Longfield Care Home (November 2023) |
Outstanding4
Good95
Requires improvement19
Inadequate1
Not yet rated5
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Residential care homes in Essex: questions
- How many residential care homes are there in Essex?
- AskBart lists 124 residential care homes in Essex, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are residential care homes in Essex rated?
- Of the 119 inspected, 4 are rated Outstanding, 95 Good, 19 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
- How much do residential care homes in Essex cost?
- Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,344 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
- How do I choose between residential care homes in Essex?
- 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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Near Essex
- Residential care homes in Braintree (5)
- Residential care homes in Basildon (4)
- Residential care homes in Southend-on-Sea (14)
- Residential care homes in Thurrock (6)
- Residential care homes in Havering (16)
- Residential care homes in Epping Forest (6)
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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