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Care homes in Dartford

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There are 19 care homes in and around Dartford on AskBart. 71% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,165 a week, while Kent usually pays £1,187. The largest is Priory Mews Care Home, with 156 beds.

care homes
19
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
71%
typical residential fee
£1,165/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Dartford

Care homes in Dartford (19)

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13 in Dartford, 6 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Beechcare Incorporating the Peter Gidney Neurological CentreGood · Mar 2023On request661.2 mi—2.0 mi
Broad Oak Manor Care HomeGood£1,100421.8 mi—2.3 mi
Eglantine Villa Care HomeOutstanding£1,230493.5 mi—4.4 mi
Elderwood House—On request623.2 mi—2.3 mi
Emerson Grange Care HomeGood£1,590853.6 mi—2.7 mi
Groveland Park Care HomeOutstanding · Jun 2019On request554.5 mi—2.6 mi
Haslington Lodge Care HomeGood£850461.3 mi—2.8 mi
Heathfield Court Care HomeGood · Jul 2018On request664.5 mi—2.6 mi
Kentwood HouseRequires improvement · May 2023On request321.2 mi—2.0 mi
Priory Mews Care HomeRequires improvement · Dec 2023On request1560.6 mi—1.4 mi
Rosewood Residential Care HomeGood · Jul 2019On request401.3 mi—2.9 mi
Shaftesbury Court Care HomeGood£1,251404.2 mi—2.3 mi
Shakti LodgeRequires improvement · Jun 2021On request262.8 mi—1.0 mi
Sonya Lodge Dementia Residential Care HomeGood · Feb 2020£1,200372.1 mi—1.2 mi
The Bridge Care HomeGood · May 2026On request712.2 mi—1.1 mi
The Willows Care Home—On request241.7 mi—0.8 mi
West Hill Care HomeInadequate · Feb 2026On request772.2 mi—0.3 mi
Wilmington Manor Care HomeGood£1,000502.9 mi—1.5 mi
Woodford HouseRequires improvement · Oct 2024On request410.6 mi—1.4 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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Dartford in numbers

71% of Dartford’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%, with 2 rated Outstanding. Based on 17 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed19
Rated Good or Outstanding12 of 17 (71%)
Rated Outstanding2
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate5
Average published weekly fee£1,165
Kent usual weekly rate (2025)£1,187
LargestPriory Mews Care Home (156 beds)
Most recently inspectedPriory Mews Care Home (November 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 8 · Dementia 8 · Respite 8
Average house price, Dartford (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£351,594
Outstanding2
Good10
Requires improvement4
Inadequate1
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Dartford£1,165/wk
  • Nursing, Dartford£1,234/wk
  • Dementia, Dartford£1,230/wk
  • Kent average£1,379/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Kent. 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 · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Dartford

The average house price in Dartford is £351,594, 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
£351,594
Detached
£708,191
Semi-detached
£429,868
Terraced
£345,142
Flats & maisonettes
£211,697

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 Dartford

Dartford is a busy Thames-side town with slightly above-average numbers of older residents and solid care-home provision—5 homes rated well by the CQC. It suits people who want to stay close to London and value good medical access, though crime rates and urban bustle mean it's not the quietest retirement choice.

  • Green Surroundings
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 13% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityB

Good — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

369 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime122
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Shoplifting48
  • Other theft29
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 Dartford

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Carers' Support (Bexley)

Provides respite care at home for carers, enabling a carer to take a break while the person they look after remains in their own home where their usual routines can continue. We also provide…

1.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1075801)
Charity

Stroke Care International

The advancement Of health and saving of lives of elderly and people with disability through training, advice and support both at home and at a designated centre. Organising basic health checks.…

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176508)
Charity

The Cottage Community

The Cottage Community is an independent registered charity providing a day centre and hot meals, lunch clubs, activities, transport and shopping trips for elderly and vulnerable clients, resident…

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1180662)
Charity

Age UK Bexley

To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.

4.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088399)
Charity

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Services

We provide support, wellbeing and care services to help people affected by dementia across Kent and Medway. Our services include the Dementia Coordinator Service, Dementia Cafes, Peer Support…

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1173379)
Charity

Age Concern Gillingham

The purpose of the charity is to promote the relief of older people in Gravesham, Medway, Faversham and Sittingbourne.

6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079572)

Dartford: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+38.3%
Projected change in Dartford, 2025 to 2035 (2,384 to 3,296). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+18.3%
Projected change in Dartford, 2025 to 2035 (16,817 to 19,888). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
7
Nearest: Boots (0.2 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
24
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
15.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
7.7 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 37 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Dartford

  • Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice · 4.9 milesCQC Good (report published December 2022). CQC page
  • Ellenor Gravesend · 6.2 milesCQC page
  • St Luke's Hospice Thurrock · 10.6 milesCQC Good (report published May 2023). CQC page

Hospitals near Dartford

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Dartford a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Dartford

Dartford is a working town with a 20.5% share of residents aged 65+, above the national average, which signals established retirement infrastructure. Five care homes, mostly rated good or outstanding by the CQC, offer reasonable choice for later-life living. It works well for those who need to remain near family in or around London, value easy access to big hospitals and city services, and don't mind an urban, fairly busy environment. It is not a retreat into greenery or a quiet village.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in the town; Dartford is within reasonable reach of major hospitals including Darent Valley Hospital, which serves the area.
  • Safety: Recorded crime (369 offences in the period April 2026) is above the national average, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting among the most common types. This is a consideration for some.
  • Family & connection: Dartford's location near London and good transport links mean it can suit people who need to stay close to adult children or wider support networks in or around the capital.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Five care homes are listed locally; home sizes range roughly 37–50 beds. Compare weekly fees for these specific homes against the national average to judge affordability for your budget.
  • Transport: Dartford has rail links to London and the wider South East, and bus services connect the town. Day-to-day walkability depends on which part of town you choose; the town centre is more compact, but some areas are car-dependent.
  • Housing options: Five care homes offer a modest range of choice. Visit each CQC-rated home to assess whether size, setting and philosophy match your needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town has 12 parks and 11 allotments, offering scope for gardening and walking. Dartford also has 44 restaurants and cafes and 26 pubs and bars, supporting a social life.
  • Community: Look into memory cafés, social groups and day centres at or near your chosen home; local community groups and volunteer networks will add to what the home itself provides.
  • Climate: South East England is generally mild but damp; expect cool, wet winters and moderate summers.

Things to weigh up

  • Urban bustle and crime: Dartford is an active, fairly crowded town. Recorded crime is above average and includes violent offences and anti-social behaviour; if you prefer a very quiet, low-crime setting, a smaller village or more rural area may suit better.
  • Modest care-home choice: Five homes is a reasonable but not extensive range. You may need to be flexible on location within or near Dartford, or consider visiting homes in neighbouring areas if your needs are specific.

Questions about care homes in Dartford

How many care homes are there in Dartford?

There are 19 care homes listed in and around Dartford on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in Dartford cost?

Care homes in Dartford range from around £850 to around £1,590 per week, with averages of £1,165 for residential, £1,230 for dementia, £1,234 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in Dartford compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around Dartford is about £1,165 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

12 of the 19 care homes in and around Dartford are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 2 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Dartford?

Homes in and around Dartford offer dementia (8), nursing (8), residential (8), respite (8). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Dartford?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Dartford:

Thinking about downsizing to an independent community?Explore retirement living in DartfordPrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Dartford

Near Dartford

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

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