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Distance from the town centre: 0.1 miCQC Requires improvement
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Care homes in Grays
11 homes
There are 11 care homes in and around Grays on AskBart. 91% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £900 a week, while Thurrock usually pays £844. The largest is Grays Court Care Home, with 87 beds.
- care homes
- 11
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 91%
- typical residential fee
- £900/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Thurrock council pays
- £844/wk
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Care homes in Grays (11)
4 in Grays, 7 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.5 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 1.9 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.0 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.0 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 3.0 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 3.0 miFees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett Lodge | Good · Jun 2022 | On request | 48 | 5.8 mi | — | 2.0 mi |
| Bluebell Nursing & Residential Home | Requires improvement · Mar 2024 | On request | 82 | 4.3 mi | — | 0.1 mi |
| Carolyne House | Good · Oct 2025 | On request | 53 | 5.8 mi | — | 2.0 mi |
| Gravesham Place Integrated Care Centre | Good · Jul 2019 | On request | 80 | 4.6 mi | — | 3.0 mi |
| Grays Court Care Home | Good | £950 | 87 | 4.4 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Haslington Lodge Care Home | Good | £850 | 46 | 1.3 mi | — | 3.0 mi |
| Hollywood Rest Home | Good · Feb 2019 | On request | 46 | 4.6 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| Leatherland Lodge | Good · Oct 2019 | On request | 48 | 5.1 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
| The Barn and Coach | Good · Sept 2019 | On request | 15 | 5.0 mi | — | 1.5 mi |
| The Coach House | Good · Nov 2025 | On request | 13 | 4.5 mi | — | 0.4 mi |
| Willows Lodge Care Home | Good · Apr 2025 | On request | 70 | 4.7 mi | — | 1.9 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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Grays in numbers
91% of Grays’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%. Based on 11 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in Grays costs about £900/week, while Thurrock’s published usual rate is around £844/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £56/week (about £2,912/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 Thurrock council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Care homes listed | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 10 of 11 (91%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £900 |
| Thurrock usual weekly rate (2025) | £844 |
| Largest | Grays Court Care Home (87 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Bluebell Nursing & Residential Home (October 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 4 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 4 · Respite 3 |
| Average house price, Thurrock (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £327,176 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Thurrock. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Thurrock's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Thurrock
The average house price in Thurrock is £327,176, 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
- £327,176
- Detached
- £604,689
- Semi-detached
- £407,467
- Terraced
- £323,791
- Flats & maisonettes
- £192,890
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 Grays
Safety & PeaceC
Limited — quieter than 22% 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 & CommunityB
Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
346 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime141
- Anti-social behaviour50
- Other theft33
- Vehicle crime27
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.
Community & connection in Grays
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Age Concern Gillingham
The purpose of the charity is to promote the relief of older people in Gravesham, Medway, Faversham and Sittingbourne.
3.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079572)
Charity
Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Services
We provide support, wellbeing and care services to help people affected by dementia across Kent and Medway. Our services include the Dementia Coordinator Service, Dementia Cafes, Peer Support…
3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173379)
Charity
Stroke Care International
The advancement Of health and saving of lives of elderly and people with disability through training, advice and support both at home and at a designated centre. Organising basic health checks.…
6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176508)
Charity
Carers' Support (Bexley)
Provides respite care at home for carers, enabling a carer to take a break while the person they look after remains in their own home where their usual routines can continue. We also provide…
6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1075801)
Charity
Communi-tea Circle
The Communi-Tea Circle organise hosted social events to reduce loneliness and isolation amongst the elderly.
7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1192364)
Charity
Age UK Bexley
To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.
7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088399)
Grays: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+38.5%
Projected change in Thurrock, 2025 to 2035 (2,927 to 4,054). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+15%
Projected change in Thurrock, 2025 to 2035 (24,589 to 28,280). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
6
Nearest: Unicare Pharmacy (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
19
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
15.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.7 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 32 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Grays
- Ellenor Gravesend · 4.2 milesCQC page
- St Luke's Hospice Thurrock · 5.7 milesCQC Good (report published May 2023). CQC page
- St Luke's Hospice · 7.8 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
Hospitals near Grays
- Care homes near Gravesham Community Hospital · urgent care · 3 miles
- Care homes near Darent Valley Hospital · A&E · 4.2 miles
- Care homes near Erith Urgent Care Centre (Erith and District Hospital) · urgent treatment centre · 6.9 miles
Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Questions about care homes in Grays
How many care homes are there in Grays?
There are 11 care homes listed in and around Grays 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 Grays cost?
Care homes in Grays range from around £850 to around £950 per week, with averages of £900 for residential, £900 for dementia, £950 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Grays compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Grays is about £900 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Grays are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
10 of the 11 care homes in and around Grays are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Grays?
Homes in and around Grays offer dementia (4), residential (4), nursing (3), respite (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.
Weighing up your options in Grays?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Grays:
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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.
Header photo: N Chadwick, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons