VerifiedChelmsford Care Centre Ltd is a 70-bed care home in Chelmsford, Essex, providing dementia, nursing and residential care.
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Residential care homes in Essex – page 4
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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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Myland House is a small residential care home in Colchester, Essex, run by Disabilities Trust.
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VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Silverpoint Court Residential Care Home is a residential care home with 36 registered beds located in Canvey Island, Essex.
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The Haven is a 32-bed care home in Colchester, Essex.
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VerifiedGlendale Residential Care Home is a 20-bed residential care home in Dunmow, Essex.
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VerifiedCatherine Miller House is a 30-bed residential care home in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, providing care for older people aged 65 and over, with specialist support…
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VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the impeccably kept landscapes of Thurrock, Derham House offers a comprehensive suite of professional care services for the elderly, encompassing residential, respite, nursing, and…
from £1533/wk
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VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Brewster House is a care home in Maldon, Essex, operated by Runwood.
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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
Nestled in the heart of Halstead, Colne View care home is a proud member of the Care UK family. This home offers a comprehensive range of services including residential care, dementia care, nursing…
from £1559/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the historic town of Colchester, Colonia Court is a warm and inviting care home, spread across five distinct houses. It offers expert care in residential, dementia, respite…
from £950/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Spring Lodge is a care home in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, with 20 registered beds.
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VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Nestled in the charming and prosperous village of Tolleshunt Major, close to the bustling town of Maldon, you'll find Elmcroft - a premium Essex care home that delivers exceptional residential,…
from £1200/wk
VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Squeaks House Residential Care Home is a 29-bed care home in Southminster, Essex.
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VerifiedAbbeyfield - St George's House is a 26-bed residential care home in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, run by the Abbeyfield Society.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Madelayne Court is a care home in Chelmsford, Essex, operated by Runwood.
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VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
St Fillans Care Home is a 71-bed residential and nursing care home in Colchester, Essex.
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VerifiedCQC Good
St Joseph's Nursing Home is a 41-bed care home located in Danbury, Essex.
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VerifiedCQC Good
St Mary's Court is a care home run by Gold Care Homes in Braintree, Essex.
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VerifiedEve Belle is a residential care home run by Runwood and located in Essex.
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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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