Distance from the town centre: 1.4 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Nursing homes in Spennymoor
1 home
There is 1 nursing home in and around Spennymoor on AskBart. The largest is Denehurst Nursing Home, with 37 beds. The most recent inspection was at Denehurst Nursing Home in February 2023.
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Care homes in Spennymoor (1)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
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Spennymoor in numbers
| Nursing homes listed | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| County Durham usual weekly rate (2025) | £857 |
| Largest | Denehurst Nursing Home (37 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Denehurst Nursing Home (February 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 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.
See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.
Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes
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 Spennymoor
Safety & PeaceB
Good — quieter than 55% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
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
89 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime45
- Criminal damage & arson12
- Drugs9
- Anti-social behaviour8
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 Spennymoor
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Dene Valley Community Transport Ltd
The charity's main activity is to provide a Community Transport service in the Dene Valley and surrounding areas.
5.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1090747)
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.
5.8 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…
5.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (501537)
Spennymoor: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
People aged 85+
+46.3%
Projected change in County Durham, 2025 to 2035 (14,071 to 20,586). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+19.6%
Projected change in County Durham, 2025 to 2035 (119,467 to 142,915). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Asda Pharmacy (1.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
8
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.7%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 98.4% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
6.1 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–10 out of 10
Where the 11 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Spennymoor
- St Cuthbert's Hospice · 4.2 milesCQC Requires improvement (report published January 2024). CQC page
- Butterwick Hospice · 6 milesCQC Inadequate (report published May 2022). CQC page
- Willow Burn · 11.4 milesCQC Good (report published April 2026). CQC page
Hospitals near Spennymoor
- Care homes near University Hospital of North Durham · A&E · 5.8 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 Spennymoor a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Spennymoor
Spennymoor is a quiet, established retirement area in County Durham, with 21.9% of residents aged 65+ — well above the national average of 18.6%. The town offers lower-cost living than many UK regions, but has limited care-home options and a sparse social scene. It works well for those prioritising peace and proximity to family in the North East, less well for those wanting choice or vibrant community facilities.
Health & support
- Medical access: Several GP surgeries serve the town, and Spennymoor is within reach of larger Durham hospitals for emergency care.
- Safety: Recorded crime in the area is very low: only 2 offences recorded in April 2026, though the most common type was violent crime — still statistically rare.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support networks are; rural North East areas can feel isolated if your main ties are further south or in cities.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local care-home fees are lower than the national average, making Spennymoor an affordable choice for residential care.
- Transport: The town is car-dependent; bus services exist but are limited. Rail links to Durham and Newcastle are available, though journeys take time.
- Housing options: Care-home provision is modest; choice of homes and retirement schemes is smaller than in larger towns or established retirement hotspots.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Spennymoor has access to local parks and the broader countryside of County Durham, suited to walking and outdoor interests.
- Community: The town has one pub or bar; social groups and memory cafés are limited, so you may need to drive to nearby Durham or Newcastle for organised activities.
- Climate: The North East experiences cool, sometimes wet winters and mild summers — typical of upland England.
Things to weigh up
- Limited care-home choice: Only a small number of homes operate locally, so options for selecting the right fit are narrower than in larger towns.
- Sparse social scene: Few pubs, bars or clubs means organised social life is thin on the ground; reliance on family and informal networks, or travel elsewhere, is high.
- Car dependency: Public transport is basic; having a car or accessible family support for outings is practical, not optional.
Questions about care homes in Spennymoor
How many nursing homes are there in Spennymoor?
AskBart lists 1 nursing home in and around Spennymoor, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are nursing homes in Spennymoor rated?
Of the 1 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between nursing homes in Spennymoor?
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 Spennymoor?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Spennymoor:
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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: Donald Brydon, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons