Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Nursing homes in Dagenham
7 homes
There are 7 nursing homes in and around Dagenham on AskBart. 67% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The largest is Park View, with 108 beds. The most recent inspection was at Gable Court Care Home in August 2023.
- care homes
- 7
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 67%
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Care homes in Dagenham (7)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 1.6 miFees on request
Distance from the town centre: 1.9 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.6 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miCQC Requires improvement
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Distance from the town centre: 2.9 miCQC Good
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barleycroft Care Home | Requires improvement · Jul 2025 | On request | 80 | 0.7 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
| Beech Court Care Centre | Good · Nov 2018 | On request | 53 | 0.3 mi | — | 2.9 mi |
| FAM DAILY CARE LTD | — | On request | 4 | 1.1 mi | — | 1.6 mi |
| Gable Court Care Home | Good · Aug 2023 | On request | 50 | 0.7 mi | — | 2.6 mi |
| Park View | Good · Aug 2018 | On request | 108 | 2.6 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| The Fountains Care Centre | Good · Feb 2022 | On request | 64 | 2.3 mi | — | 1.9 mi |
| Woodland Nursing Home | Requires improvement · Jan 2023 | On request | 30 | 1.9 mi | — | 2.8 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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Dagenham in numbers
67% of Dagenham’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 6 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).
What Havering council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Nursing homes listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 6 (67%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 2 |
| Havering usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,230 |
| Largest | Park View (108 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Gable Court Care Home (August 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 6 · Nursing 7 · Dementia 4 · Respite 4 |
| Average house price, Barking and Dagenham (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £371,030 |
Good4
Requires improvement2
Not yet rated1
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 November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Barking and Dagenham
The average house price in Barking and Dagenham is £371,030, 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
- £371,030
- Detached
- £655,264
- Semi-detached
- £487,957
- Terraced
- £404,009
- Flats & maisonettes
- £249,680
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 Dagenham
- Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC
Limited — quieter than 5% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesA
Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
531 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime201
- Anti-social behaviour95
- Vehicle crime59
- Shoplifting34
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 Dagenham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Age UK Bexley
To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.
3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088399)
Charity
Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering Ltd
Provision of a range of services to older people in and around London Boroughs of Redbridge, Barking & Dagenham and Havering to improve and maintain their quality of life.
3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088435)
Charity
The Stroke Club and Befriending Service
To promote and protect the physical and mental health of people who have had strokes and their family and carers in the London borough of Newham through the provision of support, education,…
4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1137796)
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.…
4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176508)
Charity
Hibiscus Caribbean Elderly Association
To relieve the aged and unemployed in particular those of Caribbean and African origin in East London by the provision of facilities for recreation or leisure time occupation with the object of…
5.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1050342)
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…
6.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1075801)
Dagenham: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+6.1%
Projected change in Barking and Dagenham, 2025 to 2035 (2,363 to 2,508). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.2%
Projected change in Barking and Dagenham, 2025 to 2035 (20,168 to 24,648). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
8
Nearest: Kry-Ba Pharmacy (0.4 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
45
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.4%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 95.4% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
14.5 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
8 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
2–4 out of 10
Where the 56 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospices near Dagenham
- Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice · 3.9 milesCQC Good (report published December 2022). CQC page
- Saint Francis Hospice · 6 milesCQC page
- St Joseph's Hospice · 8.5 milesCQC page
Hospitals near Dagenham
- Care homes near Barking Community Hospital urgent treatment centre · urgent treatment centre · 1.9 miles
- Care homes near Queen's Hospital · A&E · 2.7 miles
- Care homes near King George Hospital · A&E · 3.3 miles
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 Dagenham a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Dagenham
Dagenham offers a straightforward choice for later-life living in outer east London. It has reasonable local amenities—supermarkets, parks, and social venues—but crime levels are higher than many UK areas, and care fees sit above the national average. It works well for people with family ties to east London and a tolerance for urban density.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are available locally; North Middlesex University Hospital and Whipps Cross Hospital are within reach via bus or short car journey.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 508 offences; violent crime, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime were the most common types—higher than quieter rural areas.
- Family & connection: Consider whether your family and support networks are based in or near east London, or if isolation from them matters to you.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in Dagenham are above the national weekly average, making it a pricier choice compared to many English regions.
- Transport: Buses serve the area well; the District Line and other rail links connect to central London and beyond, so travel is straightforward without a car.
- Housing options: A range of care homes operates locally, offering choice, though the selection is smaller than in larger cities.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: 17 parks and 14 allotments provide outdoor space; 34 restaurants and cafes, and 7 pubs, support social eating and meeting.
- Community: Local care homes often host memory cafés and social groups; ask prospective providers about on-site and neighbourhood activities.
- Climate: East London has typical southern England weather—mild winters, cool summers, and regular rain year-round.
Things to weigh up
- Higher crime rates: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are notably above-average for the area; ask any care home about their security and local safeguarding.
- Above-average fees: Care home costs here exceed the national average, so budget carefully and explore what's included in weekly charges.
Questions about care homes in Dagenham
How many nursing homes are there in Dagenham?
AskBart lists 7 nursing homes in and around Dagenham, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Dagenham rated?
Of the 6 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 2 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Dagenham?
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 Dagenham?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Dagenham:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- What Is A Nursing Home? The Ultimate Guide For 2025
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC): Eligibility and Rates In 2025!
More in our nursing care guides.
Header photo: MRSC at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons