Tucked away in the charming village of Thorrington in Essex, Silversprings care home stands as a beacon of expert care and comfort. This Care UK home offers a…
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Residential care homes in Thorrington
There is 1 residential care home in and around Thorrington on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,258 a week, while Essex usually pays £849. The largest is Silversprings Care Home, with 64 beds.
Average residential fee in Thorrington: £1,258/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Thorrington
| Residential care homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 0 of 1 (0%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,258 |
| Essex usual weekly rate (2025) | £849 |
| Largest | Silversprings Care Home (64 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in Thorrington
SafetyB
Good — safer than 46% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Essex data (town-level not yet available)
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
How care costs compare
The estimated average residential care fee in Thorrington is about £1,258/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
Council funding & top-up in Thorrington
The average residential care home in Thorrington costs about £1,258/week, while Essex’s published usual rate is around £849/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £409/week (≈ £21,268/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in Thorrington
£1,258/wk
Essex usual rate
£849/wk
Likely top-up gap
£409/wk
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Essex’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in Thorrington on the map
- Requires improvement
Care homes (1)
updated September 2026
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What care costs in Thorrington
Residential (avg)
£1,258/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,258/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,258/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in Thorrington
Residential care homes
1 in ThorringtonNursing homes
1 in ThorringtonDementia care homes
1 in ThorringtonRespite care
1 in ThorringtonIs Thorrington a good retirement location?
Thorrington suits people who value a peaceful, tight-knit village atmosphere and don't mind limited choice in local services. The population skews older than the national average (20.8% aged 65+ versus 18.6% nationally), so retirement is an established part of community life. However, care-home provision is limited, so early research and contact with local services is essential. Families should be prepared to travel for some everyday needs.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to confirm the location of the nearest GP surgery and pharmacy; both may require travel outside Thorrington itself.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is 97 offences reported in the past year, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and other theft the most common types. This is a consideration for peace of mind.
- Family & connection: Think carefully about how close family members are, and whether the quiet setting matches your need for regular social support and visits.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care-home weekly fees are not provided in the data available; contact local providers directly for current rates and how they compare to your budget.
- Transport: Public transport links are not detailed here; ask prospective care homes about bus routes and how walkable the village is for daily errands or visits to nearby towns.
- Housing options: Care-home provision in Thorrington is limited. You may need to explore nearby larger towns or be patient finding a suitable local placement.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Thorrington offers 13 parks and 7 allotments, giving good scope for outdoor interests and activities. There are also 8 restaurants and cafes, and 3 pubs offering social spaces.
- Community: Confirm with care homes what social groups, memory cafés or community networks they support or link residents into.
- Climate: The East of England has a generally cool, temperate climate with variable rainfall—typical of the region.
Things to weigh up
- Limited everyday services: Only one supermarket is recorded locally, so you or your family will need to plan shopping trips carefully or rely on delivery services.
- Crime levels: The recorded crime rate includes violent crime and anti-social behaviour; weigh this against the quietness of village life and your own sense of security.
- Care-home availability: Modest local provision means you may face a wait or need to consider homes in nearby larger settlements; start your search well in advance.
Common questions
How many residential care homes are there in Thorrington?
AskBart lists 1 residential care home in and around Thorrington, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Thorrington rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 0 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Thorrington cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,258 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 Thorrington?
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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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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