VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the charming town of Dunmow, Croft House is a welcoming care home that offers a safe and comfortable environment for the elderly while they receive the necessary care. As a part of the…
from £1000/wk
Residential care homes in Essex – page 2
62 homes
There are 62 residential care homes in Essex on AskBart. 87% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,357 a week. The largest is Colonia Court Care Home, with 123 beds. The most recent inspection was at Ashlyn Care Home in November 2023.
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VerifiedTotham Lodge Home for the Elderly is a 28-bed residential care home in Maldon, Essex, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
VerifiedCQC Good
Cedar House is a care home in Stanford Le Hope, Thurrock, registered for 33 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
VerifiedFreda Gunton Lodge Residential Home is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, providing care for older people aged 65 and over.
VerifiedWickham Care Home is a 35-bed care home in Chelmsford, Essex, operated by Gold Care Homes.
VerifiedCQC Good
Situated along the peaceful River Brain in the charming town of Braintree, Riverdale Care Home is a haven of exceptional residential and nursing care, enveloped in a warm, family-like atmosphere.…
from £1500/wk
VerifiedCQC 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.
from £1200/wk
VerifiedCameron House is a 44-bed residential care home in Basildon, Essex, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
VerifiedCQC Good
Cleaveland Lodge is a 54-bed residential care home in Colchester, Essex, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the heart of the charming town of Grays in Essex, Grays Court is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential and dementia care for the elderly. As a part of the…
from £950/wk
VerifiedBoars Tye House is a 27-bed care home in Witham, Essex.
VerifiedNestled in the charming neighbourhood of Parkstone, near Poole, in the scenic county of Dorset, you'll find Alexandra House. This recently constructed Care South home is a beacon of exceptional…
from £939/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Chelmsford, Essex, you'll find Baycroft Great Baddow, a sophisticated care home with 64 beds, offering residential, nursing, and dementia care. This luxurious establishment…
from £1390/wk
VerifiedTucked away in the bustling heart of Chelmsford, Hatfield Peverel is a lively yet quaint care home that instantly makes its residents feel welcomed and at ease. Operated by Bupa, this home…
from £1100/wk
VerifiedNestled in the charming town of Stansted Mountfitchet, you'll find Mountfitchet House, a top-tier care home renowned for its round-the-clock nursing care, specialised dementia care, and compassionate…
from £1649/wk
VerifiedLyons Court Residential Care Home is a 26-bed residential care home in Chelmsford, Essex, run by Sanctuary Care Limited.
VerifiedCQC Good
Cavendish House is a small residential care home in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, with 6 registered beds.
VerifiedCQC Good
Spring Lodge is a care home in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, with 20 registered beds.
VerifiedCQC Good
Corner House is a care home in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, providing accommodation and care for 57 residents.
Key facts: Essex
| Residential care homes listed | 62 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 53 of 61 (87%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 4 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 8 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,357 |
| Largest | Colonia Court Care Home (123 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Ashlyn Care Home (November 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 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 62 residential care homes in Essex, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are residential care homes in Essex rated?
- Of the 61 inspected, 4 are rated Outstanding, 49 Good, 8 Requires improvement and 0 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 £1,357 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.
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