Distance from the town centre: 2.0 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Residential care homes in South Hetton
3 homes
There are 3 residential care homes in and around South Hetton on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The largest is Birchwood Court Residential Care Home, with 43 beds. The most recent inspection was at Elizabeth Fleming Care Home in August 2022.
- care homes
- 3
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
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Care homes in South Hetton (3)
0 in South Hetton, 3 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
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Distance from the town centre: 2.0 miDistance from the town centre: 2.3 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.8 miFees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Court Residential Care Home | Good · Sept 2022 | On request | 43 | 8.4 mi | — | 2.8 mi |
| Elizabeth Fleming Care Home | Good · Nov 2022 | On request | 36 | 5.6 mi | — | 2.3 mi |
| Primrose Care Home | Good · Jul 2022 | On request | 22 | 6.0 mi | — | 2.0 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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South Hetton in numbers
| Residential care homes listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Sunderland usual weekly rate (2025) | £919 |
| Largest | Birchwood Court Residential Care Home (43 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Elizabeth Fleming Care Home (August 2022) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 3 · Dementia 3 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, County Durham (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £138,148 |
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Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across County Durham. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
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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 County Durham
The average house price in County Durham is £138,148, 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
- £138,148
- Detached
- £236,657
- Semi-detached
- £138,892
- Terraced
- £114,222
- Flats & maisonettes
- £77,271
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 South Hetton
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 79% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder (per head of population)
Based on County Durham data (town-level not yet available)
Green SpacesC
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesC
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in South Hetton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
East Durham Community Transport Limited
Provision of transport to voluntary and community groups, statutory organisations and all not for profit making organisations.
2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1120818)
Charity
Hops
HOPS supports people to deal with stress, reduce social isolation and improve wellbeing. Offering holistic therapies and therapeutic activities we support unpaid carers, older people, individuals…
3.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1137794)
Charity
Age Concern Durham County
Provision of services and activities to promote the wellbeing of all older people mainly in and around County Durham and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.
5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122008)
Charity
Age Concern Durham County
Age Concern Durham County incorporated & commenced trading as a charitable company limited by guarantee (Age Concern Durham County trading as Age UK County Durham charity number 1122008) on 1st…
5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (501537)
Charity
Compass Community Transport Ltd
Provision of community transport facilities to the Disabled,old,infirm and socially excluded
5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1099220)
Charity
Age UK Sunderland
Age UK Sunderland promotes the well-being of all older people throughout the City of Sunderland to improve their quality of life and maintain independence. For further details our web site is…
7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1086995)
South Hetton: health, services and environment
Hospitals near South Hetton
- Care homes near Sunderland Royal Hospital · A&E · 7.1 miles
- Care homes near University Hospital of North Durham · A&E · 7.4 miles
- Care homes near University Hospital of Hartlepool · urgent care · 9.9 miles
Questions about care homes in South Hetton
How many residential care homes are there in South Hetton?
AskBart lists 3 residential care homes in and around South Hetton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in South Hetton rated?
Of the 3 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between residential care homes in South Hetton?
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.