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Dementia care homes in Leigh-on-Sea

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There are 6 dementia care homes in and around Leigh-on-Sea on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,790 a week, while Southend-on-Sea usually pays £958. The largest is Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home, with 60 beds.

care homes
6
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,790/wkabove the UK average of £1,716
what Southend-on-Sea council pays
£958/wk

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Leigh-on-Sea

Care homes in Leigh-on-Sea (6)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Top-rated in Leigh-on-Sea

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

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Distance
Braemar Lodge Residential Care HomeGood · Jun 2025On request170.5 mi—2.1 mi
Catherine Miller HouseGood · May 2023On request301.0 mi—0.8 mi
Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care HomeOutstanding · Apr 2020£1,790600.9 mi—0.8 mi
Langley Lodge Nursing HomeGood · Apr 2024On request290.7 mi—1.2 mi
Milton HouseGood · Nov 2020On request291.2 mi—2.1 mi
Poppy Lodge Care HomeGood · Jul 2024On request160.8 mi—1.3 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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Leigh-on-Sea in numbers

100% of Leigh-on-Sea’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 6 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Leigh-on-Sea costs about £1,790/week, while Southend-on-Sea’s published usual rate is around £958/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £832/week (about £43,264/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 Southend-on-Sea council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Dementia care homes listed6
Rated Good or Outstanding6 of 6 (100%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,790
Southend-on-Sea usual weekly rate (2025)£958
LargestHallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home (60 beds)
Most recently inspectedBraemar Lodge Residential Care Home (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 6 · Nursing 2 · Dementia 6 · Respite 4
Average house price, Southend-on-Sea (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£325,586
Outstanding1
Good5
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Leigh-on-Sea£1,790/wk
  • Nursing, Leigh-on-Sea£1,790/wk
  • Dementia, Leigh-on-Sea£1,790/wk
  • Southend-on-Sea average£1,790/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Southend-on-Sea usual rate£958/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Southend-on-Sea. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Southend-on-Sea's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Southend-on-Sea

The average house price in Southend-on-Sea is £325,586, 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
£325,586
Detached
£637,039
Semi-detached
£426,047
Terraced
£331,347
Flats & maisonettes
£197,719

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 Leigh-on-Sea

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 52% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

113 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime36
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Burglary13
  • Vehicle crime12
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 Leigh-on-Sea

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age Concern Southend-on-sea Cio

Age Concern Southend-on-Sea provides a face-to-face friendship/befriending service, telephone befriending, transport for older people to medical appointments, clubs, shops etc., a handyman…

1.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160916)
Charity

Carers Choices

Carers Choices is a specialist charity supporting unpaid carers and the people they care for. We provide practical and emotional support through our advocacy, groups and services including respite…

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1093483)
Charity

Wyvern Community Transport

Wyvern Community Transport provides fully accessible transport to permanent residents of Rochford District and Castle Point Borough on an individual basis who are unable to access public transport.

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1113449)
Charity

The C E D A R S (The Centre for the Employment of the Disabled and Retired in Rayleigh Society)

The society is known as c e d a r s (centre for employment of the disabled and retired of rochford society. it was originally hoped to find "piece work" to supplement the income of pensioners and…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (278255)
Charity

Supporting Carers and Families Together

The object of the Charity is to relieve the social, emotional, mental, physical and educational needs of carers and families in the county of Essex, through the provision of support, person and…

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1136245)
Charity

Hockley and Hawkwell Day Centre

From our own premises we provide a meeting place for the benefit of the people of Hockley and Hawkwell aged 55 or over. Freshly cooked lunches, light refreshments and afternoon entertainment are…

4.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (207022)

Leigh-on-Sea: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+43.3%
Projected change in Southend-on-Sea, 2025 to 2035 (5,288 to 7,577). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+16.6%
Projected change in Southend-on-Sea, 2025 to 2035 (36,330 to 42,349). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Leigh Broadway Pharmacy (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
32
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.8%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 97.2% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
11.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 34 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 6 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Leigh-on-Sea

  • Fair Havens · 2.3 milesCQC Good (report published April 2017). CQC page
  • Little Havens Children's Hospice · 2.8 milesCQC Good (report published February 2017). CQC page
  • St Luke's Hospice · 8.6 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page

Hospitals near Leigh-on-Sea

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

Is Leigh-on-Sea a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Leigh-on-Sea

Leigh-on-Sea suits people drawn to coastal living with a familiar high street and steady social life. The town is well-settled (20.8% residents aged 65+, above the national average of 18.6%), so retirement routines and peer networks are established. It's not a premium retirement destination — care-home provision is limited, and crime sits on the higher side — but for those wanting seaside proximity without isolation, it offers realistic daily life and enough going on to stay engaged.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; Southend Hospital is nearby for more complex care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime was 113 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and burglary among the most common. This is higher than many quieter retirement areas and worth weighing against the town's overall character.
  • Family & connection: Consider how far away your main family and support network are — coastal Essex means you may need planning for visits if relatives are further north or inland.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees in the area tend to sit around or slightly above the national average. Compare specific homes carefully; seaside locations often carry a premium over inland towns.
  • Transport: Buses connect the town to Southend and surrounding areas; rail links run to London Liverpool Street. The town centre is walkable for those able, though some outlying care homes may be car-dependent.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision in Leigh-on-Sea is modest; expect a small number of homes rather than the wide choice you'd find in larger retirement hubs. Research early and be realistic about availability.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 9 parks and 2 allotments, plus the seafront and beach for walks. With 47 restaurants and cafes and 18 pubs and bars, social eating and drinking are embedded in daily life.
  • Community: A well-settled older population supports memory cafés, social groups and volunteer networks. The seaside setting attracts regular visitors and families, keeping the atmosphere lively.
  • Climate: Essex coast weather is typical of south-east England — milder than inland areas, but damp and windy in winter; summers are warm but rarely hot.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime levels: Higher recorded offences (violent crime, anti-social behaviour, burglary) than many quieter retirement towns. If personal safety and peace of mind are priorities, ask care homes directly how they manage security and what residents' lived experience is.
  • Limited care-home choice: The town has fewer homes than larger retirement centres. If specific care needs or preferences matter to you, check availability early and be prepared to look into nearby Southend if Leigh's options don't fit.

Questions about care homes in Leigh-on-Sea

How many dementia care homes are there in Leigh-on-Sea?

AskBart lists 6 dementia care homes in and around Leigh-on-Sea, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are dementia care homes in Leigh-on-Sea rated?

Of the 6 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do dementia care homes in Leigh-on-Sea cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,790 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between dementia care homes in Leigh-on-Sea?

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 "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.

Weighing up your options in Leigh-on-sea?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Leigh-on-sea

Near Leigh-on-Sea

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

Guides for families

More in our dementia care guides.

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