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Evelyn May House is a 59-bed care home in Basildon, Essex, operated by Runwood Homes.
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Residential care homes in Essex – page 7
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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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Lime Court Care Home is a 44-bed residential care home in Dovercourt, Essex, operated by Excelcare Holdings.
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VerifiedWesterley Residential Care Home for the Elderly is a 20-bed care home located in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex.
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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