Care homes (8)
From £975/wk·Sanctuary Care

Nestled in the charming town of Seaham, County Durham, Cedar Court Care Home provides a nurturing and personalised approach to residential, nursing, dementia,…

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From £1043/wk·Countrywide

Nestled in the heart of the historic mining village of Blackhall Colliery in County Durham, you'll find Field View, a bespoke care home designed with comfort…

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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 £1014/wk·Four Seasons Health Care

Tucked away just a stone's throw from the picturesque seafront of Hartlepool in the North East of England, you'll find the warm and inviting Warrior Park Care…

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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 Peterlee
Residential (avg)
£1,007/week
Dementia (avg)
£1,017/week
Nursing (avg)
£1,013/week
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Common questions
How much does a care home in Peterlee cost?

Care homes in Peterlee start from around £968 per week, with averages of £1,007 for residential, £1,017 for dementia, £1,013 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

7 of the 8 care homes in and around Peterlee 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 Peterlee?

Homes in and around Peterlee 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 Peterlee?

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 Peterlee?

Care homes in Peterlee 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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