Care homes offering respite care in St Leonards On Sea
There are 6 care homes offering respite care in and around St Leonards On Sea on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally. Published fees average about £1,080 a week, while East Sussex usually pays £929. The largest is Lauriston Care Home, with 60 beds.
Average residential fee in St Leonards On Sea: £1,080/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: St Leonards On Sea
| Care homes offering respite care listed | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 5 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,080 |
| East Sussex usual weekly rate (2025) | £929 |
| Largest | Lauriston Care Home (60 beds) |
Data: CQC register. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
Excellent — safer than 68% of similar areas (per head of population)
Based on East Sussex data (town-level not yet available)
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Based on East Sussex data (town-level not yet available)
Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Based on East Sussex data (town-level not yet available)
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, March 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
The estimated average residential care fee in St Leonards On Sea is about £1,080/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
100% of St Leonards On Sea’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding — above the national average of 79%.
Of the homes in and around St Leonards On Sea, 3 offer nursing care, 5 offer dementia care and 5 offer residential care.
Based on 5 CQC-rated homes in and around St Leonards On Sea. National baseline: CQC State of Care (2024/25).
The average residential care home in St Leonards On Sea costs about £1,080/week, while East Sussex’s published usual rate is around £929/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £151/week (≈ £7,852/year) to bridge the gap.
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against East Sussex’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
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updated September 2026
No care homes found in St Leonards On Sea.
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The average house price in Hastings is £236,966, 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
- £236,966
- Detached
- £473,518
- Semi-detached
- £323,991
- Terraced
- £253,863
- Flats & maisonettes
- £140,577
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.
Residential care homes
5 in St Leonards On SeaNursing homes
3 in St Leonards On SeaDementia care homes
5 in St Leonards On SeaRespite care
6 in St Leonards On SeaIs St Leonards On Sea a good retirement location?
St Leonards On Sea suits people drawn to a coastal retirement community where over a quarter of the population is aged 65 or over — well above the national average of 18.6 per cent. Care homes are available locally. It's worth checking whether the specific home and location fit your health needs, budget and family connections; like any seaside town, it has both appeal and trade-offs to consider carefully.
Health & support
- Medical access: Check the local GP surgeries and pharmacies directly with any home you're considering; you'll also want to confirm distance and travel times to the nearest emergency hospital.
- Safety: Recorded crime was low in the most recent reporting period (4 offences); the common categories included violent crime and other theft, so as always, ask the home and local community about your specific area of town.
- Family & connection: St Leonards has a large older population; think through whether family or close support networks are within easy reach, or whether isolation might become a concern.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Weekly care fees at homes in St Leonards vary; compare quotes directly with the national average to judge affordability for your situation.
- Transport: The town has local bus links; check how walkable your chosen home and neighbourhood are, and whether you'll need a car or have access to transport to nearby towns and cities.
- Housing options: Care homes are available in the area; visit a range to see the choice, size and layout that suits you.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The seafront and local parks offer walks and outdoor space; the town has a small number of pubs and bars for social life, so explore what clubs, community groups and activities are run from your home or nearby.
- Community: Ask any home about memory cafés, visiting groups and other social support on offer locally.
- Climate: As a South East coastal town, St Leonards has a relatively mild climate, though it's exposed to wind and sea weather; winters are cool and damp, summers modest.
Things to weigh up
- Seaside location: Some people love the coast; others find wind, dampness and isolation from family inland a drawback—visit in different seasons and talk to current residents.
- Population already older: With 26.6 per cent of residents aged 65 or over, the town is quieter and more retirement-focused than many areas; check whether that suits your social and leisure needs.
How many care homes offering respite care are there in St Leonards On Sea?
AskBart lists 6 care homes offering respite care in and around St Leonards On Sea, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are care homes offering respite care in St Leonards On Sea rated?
Of the 5 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do care homes offering respite care in St Leonards On Sea cost?
Published fees range from £750 to £1,610 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between care homes offering respite care in St Leonards On Sea?
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 "Respite care explained" covers what to look for.
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