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Dementia care homes in Linford

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There are 2 dementia care homes in and around Linford on AskBart. The largest is Willows Lodge Care Home, with 70 beds. The most recent inspection was at Willows Lodge Care Home in August 2023.

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Care homes in Linford (2)

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1 in Linford, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

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Linford in numbers

What Thurrock council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Dementia care homes listed2
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 2 (100%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Thurrock usual weekly rate (2025)£844
LargestWillows Lodge Care Home (70 beds)
Most recently inspectedWillows Lodge Care Home (August 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 2
Average house price, Thurrock (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£327,176
Good2
Average weekly fees
  • Thurrock average£1,242/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

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. 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

Data: CQC register, updated November 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 Linford

  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 67% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

79 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime41
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Criminal damage & arson11
  • Vehicle crime4
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 October 2026.

Community & connection in Linford

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.

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079572)
Charity

Carers Choice Dgs

Carers Choice provides support to those who chose to care for others.

3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1143325)
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…

4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173379)
Charity

Basildon Community Transport Services Ltd

To provide transport options to people who find public transport difficult to access due to age, disability or geographical isolation. to aid other charitable organisations and to help minimise…

6.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1146853)
Charity

Medway University of the Third Age

The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…

7.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1137600)
Charity

Benfleet University of the Third Age

The Objects of The Benfleet U3A are the advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated…

7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160541)

Linford: 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
1
Nearest: Allcures Pharmacy (0.7 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
8
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.9%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 85.1% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
12.7 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 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–8 out of 10
Where the 5 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Linford

  • St Luke's Hospice Thurrock · 4 milesCQC Good (report published May 2023). CQC page
  • St Luke's Hospice · 5.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
  • Ellenor Gravesend · 5.2 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Linford

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 Linford a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Linford

Linford suits people drawn to a region with a solid over-65 presence (20.8%, above the national average of 18.6%) and reasonable access to everyday services and outdoor space. It is not a major care hub, so choice of homes may be limited; weigh this against your proximity to family and your care needs carefully. The area is affordable for some, though weekly fees and local housing options require direct research with care providers.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You will need to confirm GP surgery and pharmacy locations directly; distance to a hospital should be checked with your GP or local health provider.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area was 148 offences in 2026-04, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage reported as most common; consider how this compares to your own risk tolerance.
  • Family & connection: Think about how far family members live from Linford, and whether they can visit or support you regularly if needed.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care fees in Linford are not specified in available data; compare quotes from local providers against the national average to judge affordability for your circumstances.
  • Transport: Check local bus routes and any rail links to nearby towns and cities; Linford's walkability for daily errands depends on your mobility and where services are clustered.
  • Housing options: Care home provision in Linford appears limited; speak directly with local providers to see what types of homes and schemes are available.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Linford has 6 parks and 9 allotments, plus 8 restaurants and cafes and 5 pubs and bars for social outings and dining.
  • Community: Ask local care homes and the council about memory cafés, social groups and support networks; a smaller area may have fewer formal groups than larger towns.
  • Climate: As an East of England location, Linford experiences a temperate UK climate, typically cool and fairly dry compared to wetter western regions.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care provision: Fewer care homes may mean less choice and longer waiting lists; check availability early and have a backup plan.
  • Higher crime in specific categories: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are noted as common offences; ask care home staff how safe residents feel on and off premises.
  • Smaller town feel: Limited restaurants and cafes (8) and pubs (5) compared to larger towns may affect social life if you enjoy frequent dining out or a wide choice of venues.

Questions about care homes in Linford

How many dementia care homes are there in Linford?

AskBart lists 2 dementia care homes in and around Linford, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are dementia care homes in Linford rated?

Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between dementia care homes in Linford?

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.

Near Linford

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

Guides for families

More in our dementia care guides.