Care homes (10)
From £1304/wk·Barchester Healthcare

Nestled in the tranquil, historic town of Chester-le-Street, Appletree Grange is a bespoke care home with 32 comfortable beds, offering both residential and…

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From £980/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled in the charming market town of Bishop Auckland in County Durham, Barrington Lodge Care Home provides a warm and welcoming environment for its…

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From £931/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled in a serene residential neighbourhood on the fringes of Durham, Brandon Lodge Care Home stands as one of the city's premier care facilities. This…

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From £1146/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled in the heart of Stanley, Hollie Hill Care Home is a warm and welcoming haven that provides a range of care services including residential, nursing, and…

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From £979/wk·Sanctuary Care

Nestled in the heart of Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear, the Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home is renowned for its exceptional 'Gold Standard' care, a…

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From £1086/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Nestled within the Four Seasons care group, Regents View Care Home graces the quaint town of Hetton le Hole, a charming enclave within the bustling city of…

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From £959/wk·Sanctuary Care

Nestled in the charming village of Brandon, a mere three miles from the historic city of Durham, you'll find the tranquil sanctuary of Rushyfields Care Home.…

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From £1138/wk·Care UK

Nestled in the charming town of Stanley, Stanley Park is a warm and inviting care home that offers specialised residential, dementia, nursing, nursing…

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From £1024/wk·Maria Mallaband Care Group

Nestled between the quaint towns of Sedgefield and Fishburn in the picturesque County Durham, you'll find the delightful Willowdene care home. This welcoming…

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What care costs in Durham
Residential (avg)
£1,048/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,065/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,009/week
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Common questions
How much does a care home in Durham cost?

Care homes in Durham start from around £931 per week, with averages of £1,048 for residential, £1,065 for dementia, £1,009 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

Which care homes in Durham are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

9 of the 10 care homes in and around Durham 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 Durham?

Homes in and around Durham offer Respite, Residential, Dementia, Nursing care. Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Can I get council funding for care in Durham?

If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, County Durham Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.

Who regulates care homes in Durham?

Care homes in Durham are regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC rates each home as Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate following regular inspections — you can read each home's latest report on the CQC website.

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