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VerifiedDurham House Residential Care Home is a 31-bed care home in Chester-le-Street, County Durham.
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Residential care homes in County Durham – page 3
42 homes
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There are 42 residential care homes in County Durham on AskBart. 98% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,078 a week. The largest is Melbury Court, with 88 beds. The most recent inspection was at Richmond Court in July 2023.
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VerifiedLyons Court Care Home is a 50-bed care home in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, providing nursing and residential care.
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Key facts: County Durham
| Residential care homes listed | 42 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 40 of 41 (98%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 2 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,078 |
| Largest | Melbury Court (88 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Richmond Court (July 2023) |
Outstanding2
Good38
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Residential care homes in County Durham: questions
- How many residential care homes are there in County Durham?
- AskBart lists 42 residential care homes in County Durham, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are residential care homes in County Durham rated?
- Of the 41 inspected, 2 are rated Outstanding, 38 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
- How much do residential care homes in County Durham cost?
- Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,078 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
- How do I choose between residential care homes in County Durham?
- 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.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
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