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Care homes in Harwich

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There are 16 care homes in and around Harwich on AskBart. 93% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,113 a week, while Essex usually pays £849. The largest is Cotman House Care Home, with 62 beds.

care homes
16
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
93%
typical residential fee
£1,113/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Essex council pays
£849/wk

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Harwich

Care homes in Harwich (16)

★ With family reviews

5 in Harwich, 11 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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

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Distance
Alexandra House - HarwichGood · Mar 2019On request479.1 mi—0.8 mi
Alexandra House Care HomeGood£939479.1 mi—0.8 mi
Bellstone Residential Care LimitedGood · Feb 2018On request229.2 mi—2.4 mi
Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust - Cook Close (Dover Court)Good · May 2019On request49.4 mi—2.0 mi
Coniston HouseGood · Feb 2020On request279.1 mi—2.5 mi
Cotman House Care HomeGood£1,245629.1 mi—2.6 mi
Don Thomson House Care HomeGood£1,155289.4 mi—1.9 mi
Lime Court Care HomeGood · Dec 2018On request449.1 mi—1.2 mi
MerryfieldsGood · Apr 2018On request209.0 mi—2.7 mi
Mill Lane Nursing and Residential HomeGood · Jul 2023On request309.0 mi—2.6 mi
Phoebe House—On request79.6 mi—3.4 mi
Ramsey Step Down and Care CentreRequires improvement · Jan 2023On request378.8 mi—2.7 mi
The Firs Residential HomeGood · Dec 2022On request408.7 mi—1.9 mi
The Westcliff Care HomeGood · Jan 2023On request339.3 mi—2.8 mi
Waters View Residential Care HomeGood · Sept 2022On request159.6 mi—3.1 mi
White Gables Residential Care HomeOutstanding · Apr 2026On request379.3 mi—2.8 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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Harwich in numbers

93% of Harwich’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 15 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Harwich costs about £1,113/week, while Essex’s published usual rate is around £849/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £264/week (about £13,728/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 Essex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed16
Rated Good or Outstanding14 of 15 (93%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,113
Essex usual weekly rate (2025)£849
LargestCotman House Care Home (62 beds)
Most recently inspectedMill Lane Nursing and Residential Home (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 9 · Dementia 6 · Respite 4
Average house price, Tendring (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£261,717
Outstanding1
Good13
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Harwich£1,113/wk
  • Dementia, Harwich£1,047/wk
  • Tendring average£1,204/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Essex usual rate£849/wk

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

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

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

House prices in Tendring

The average house price in Tendring is £261,717, 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
£261,717
Detached
£371,783
Semi-detached
£255,595
Terraced
£203,073
Flats & maisonettes
£131,855

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 Harwich

Harwich is a coastal East of England town with a slightly older-than-average population and a modest care-home offer. It suits people who value seaside proximity and lower costs, though the range of local services and retirement schemes is limited compared to larger towns.

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 55% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

Flood risk✓

No nearby flood areas — No Environment Agency flood warning or alert areas within 3.1 miles.

100 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime42
  • Shoplifting20
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Public order6
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, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026; flood: Environment Agency.

Community & connection in Harwich

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

Charity

Felixstowe Area Community Transport Limited

FACTS Operates a number of wheelchair accessible vehicles. It is structured to provide various transport services for the benefit of those in Felixstowe and the greater Felixstowe peninsular that…

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1098025)
Charity

Felixstowe Old Peoples Welfare Association

The relief of the elderly, being those aged 60 or over, in Felixstowe and the surrounding district by providing facilities which meet their needs and improve their well-being in particular by…

2.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160222)
Charity

Age Concern Harwich and District

We provide social activities to include coffee mornings and lunch club Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly.

3.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1084299)
Charity

Ip3 Good Neighbours

SUPPORTING IP3 RESIDENTS with shopping/collecting prescriptions/transport/a befriending service to lonely/vulnerable in person or by telephone, weekly Pop Up Shop, signpost for debt/employment…

7.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1195917)

Harwich: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+48.2%
Projected change in Tendring, 2025 to 2035 (6,432 to 9,535). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23.2%
Projected change in Tendring, 2025 to 2035 (47,030 to 57,944). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Boots (0.7 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
6
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
11.8 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–7 out of 10
Where the 8 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Harwich

  • The Treehouse · 7.8 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2020). CQC page
  • St Elizabeth Hospice · 8.2 milesCQC Outstanding (report published December 2021). CQC page

Hospitals near Harwich

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

Is Harwich a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Harwich

Harwich has a higher share of residents aged 65+ (20.8%) than the national average (18.6%), reflecting its appeal as a retirement area. The town is small and quiet, with limited but present care-home provision. It works well for people who want a seafaring heritage, lower day-to-day costs, and closeness to family in East Anglia or further north, but those seeking a wide choice of retirement schemes or extensive local amenities may find the offer stretched.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; Norwich and Colchester hospitals are within reach by car or bus for emergency care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low (1 offence recorded in 2026–04, most commonly burglary), which is reassuring for later-life living.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family or support network are. Harwich's position on the Essex coast means good road links north to Norwich and west to London, but daily visiting may require a car journey.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Care-home fees locally sit below the national average, making Harwich an affordable choice for self-funded residents compared to southern and central England.
  • Transport: The town has bus links to nearby Colchester and longer-distance services to Norwich and London. It is walkable in the town centre but car-dependent for reaching outlying areas.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision is modest; you will find a small number of homes rather than a wide range of operators or retirement schemes to compare.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Three parks offer outdoor space. The town has several restaurants, cafes and a pub, and the seafront and local maritime history provide character.
  • Community: Look into whether local memory cafés or social groups operate within care homes or the community centre; as a smaller town, formal provision may be more limited than in larger centres.
  • Climate: East Anglian coastal weather is cool and often windy; winters are cold and damp.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice: The small number of local care homes means fewer options to tour and compare; you may need to look further afield or be prepared for a shorter list of possibilities.
  • Quiet can mean isolation: Harwich's low population and modest social offer suit some, but others may find it feels quiet; weigh this against your need for activity and connection.

Questions about care homes in Harwich

How many care homes are there in Harwich?

There are 16 care homes listed in and around Harwich on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Harwich cost?

Care homes in Harwich range from around £939 to around £1,245 per week, with averages of £1,113 for residential, £1,047 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Harwich compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Harwich is about £1,113 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in Harwich are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

14 of the 16 care homes in and around Harwich are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Harwich?

Homes in and around Harwich offer residential (9), dementia (6), respite (4). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Harwich?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Harwich

Near Harwich

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

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