Derham House Care Home
CQC Good
Nestled in the impeccably kept landscapes of Thurrock, Derham House offers a comprehensive suite of professional care services for the elderly, encompassing…
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Nursing homes in South Ockendon
There is 1 nursing home in and around South Ockendon on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,533 a week, while Havering usually pays £1,230. The largest is Derham House Care Home, with 65 beds.
Average residential fee in South Ockendon: £1,533/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: South Ockendon
| Nursing homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,533 |
| Havering usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,230 |
| Largest | Derham House Care Home (65 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Living in South Ockendon
SafetyB
Good — safer than 52% of similar areas
Based on Thurrock data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on Thurrock data (town-level not yet available)
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on Thurrock 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 South Ockendon is about £1,533/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 South Ockendon
The average residential care home in South Ockendon costs about £1,533/week, while Havering’s published usual rate is around £1,230/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £303/week (≈ £15,756/year) to bridge the gap.
Average fee in South Ockendon
£1,533/wk
Havering usual rate
£1,230/wk
Likely top-up gap
£303/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 Havering’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
Care homes in South Ockendon on the map
- Good
Care homes (1)
0 in South Ockendon, 1 more within 3 miles · updated September 2026
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What care costs in South Ockendon
Residential (avg)
£1,533/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,533/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,533/week
Wondering if that’s cheaper than staying put? Compare a care home with care at home, or see who pays.
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.
Types of care in South Ockendon
Residential care homes
1 in South OckendonNursing homes
1 in South OckendonDementia care homes
1 in South OckendonRespite care
1 in South OckendonCommon questions
How many nursing homes are there in South Ockendon?
AskBart lists 1 nursing home in and around South Ockendon, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in South Ockendon rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do nursing homes in South Ockendon cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,533 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between nursing homes in South Ockendon?
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 "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in South Ockendon?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in South Ockendon:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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