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Residential care homes in Stanford Le Hope

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There are 3 residential care homes in and around Stanford Le Hope on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The largest is Evelyn May House, with 59 beds. The most recent inspection was at Evelyn May House in December 2021.

care homes
3
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
67%

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Care homes in Stanford Le Hope

Care homes in Stanford Le Hope (3)

★ With family reviews

1 in Stanford Le Hope, 2 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Cedar HouseGood · May 2021On request332.4 mi—0.1 mi
Evelyn May HouseRequires improvement · Jan 2022On request591.4 mi—2.9 mi
Merrie Loots Farm Residential HomeGood · Jan 2019On request285.1 mi—2.7 mi

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Stanford Le Hope in numbers

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

Residential care homes listed3
Rated Good or Outstanding2 of 3 (67%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Thurrock usual weekly rate (2025)£844
LargestEvelyn May House (59 beds)
Most recently inspectedEvelyn May House (December 2021)
Homes by care typeResidential 3 · Dementia 2 · Respite 1
Average house price, Thurrock (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£327,176
Good2
Requires improvement1
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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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 Stanford Le Hope

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 48% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

101 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime38
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Shoplifting9
  • Vehicle crime8
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 Stanford Le Hope

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

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…

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

Age Concern Gillingham

The purpose of the charity is to promote the relief of older people in Gravesham, Medway, Faversham and Sittingbourne.

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

Carers Choice Dgs

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

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1143325)
Charity

Carers Choices

Carers Choices is a specialist charity supporting unpaid carers and the people they care for. We provide practical and emotional support through our advocacy, groups and services including respite…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1093483)
Charity

Wyvern Community Transport

Wyvern Community Transport provides fully accessible transport to permanent residents of Rochford District and Castle Point Borough on an individual basis who are unable to access public transport.

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1113449)
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…

7.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173379)

Stanford Le Hope: 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
4
Nearest: Unicare Pharmacy (0.5 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
7
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.9%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 95.2% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
13 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
3–9 out of 10
Where the 21 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Stanford Le Hope

  • St Luke's Hospice Thurrock · 2.1 milesCQC Good (report published May 2023). CQC page
  • St Luke's Hospice · 2.4 milesCQC Outstanding (report published April 2017). CQC page
  • Ellenor Gravesend · 8 milesCQC page

Hospitals near Stanford Le Hope

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 Stanford Le Hope a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Stanford Le Hope

Stanford Le Hope suits people seeking a quieter East England setting with decent access to parks and community spaces, though it's not a major retirement hub. The over-65 share (20.8%) is above the national average, suggesting a maturing community. Families should verify that available care homes and GP services match their requirements, as the town is modest in size and choice may be limited compared to larger centres.

Health & support

  • Medical access: Check directly with local GP surgeries and pharmacies for availability and waiting times; the nearest major hospital will be your next consideration.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 148 offences, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage the most common categories — sit in the mid-to-higher range for England, so worth understanding the specific neighbourhoods where care homes are located.
  • Family & connection: Weigh how close your family support network is; if care or visits depend on travel from further afield, transport links from Stanford Le Hope to family bases matter a lot.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care fees in the area should be compared directly with local homes; no national-average benchmark data was provided here, so obtain quotes from several providers to judge affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: Bus services and any rail links to nearby towns and cities will shape how isolated you feel and how easily family can visit; walk the town itself to gauge what's within comfortable reach on foot.
  • Housing options: A small number of care homes are likely available; explore what types (residential, nursing, respite) exist and whether they have vacancies that suit your needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Six parks and nine allotments offer good scope for walks and outdoor pursuits; eight restaurants and cafes plus five pubs provide community eating and social outlets.
  • Community: Check what local clubs, memory cafés and support groups operate; smaller towns often have tight-knit groups, but choices are fewer than in larger centres.
  • Climate: The East of England experiences a relatively drier, cooler climate than some UK regions, with variable winter weather — factor this into your mobility and heating costs.

Things to weigh up

  • Crime rates: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are among the most recorded offences; understand the safe neighbourhoods and which care homes are located away from hotspots.
  • Limited service density: Only one supermarket is listed locally; check whether you can reach shops, doctors and leisure by car or public transport, or whether care homes arrange transport.
  • Modest care-home choice: With a relatively small local population and provision type limited to care homes, your selection may be narrower than in larger retirement areas.

Questions about care homes in Stanford Le Hope

How many residential care homes are there in Stanford Le Hope?

AskBart lists 3 residential care homes in and around Stanford Le Hope, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in Stanford Le Hope rated?

Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How do I choose between residential care homes in Stanford Le Hope?

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.

Weighing up your options in Stanford-le-hope?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Stanford-le-hope

Near Stanford Le Hope

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

Guides for families

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