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Residential care homes in East Preston

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There are 8 residential care homes in and around East Preston on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,546 a week, while West Sussex usually pays £1,033. The largest is Fulford Care & Nursing Home, with 74 beds.

care homes
8
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
75%
typical residential fee
£1,546/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what West Sussex council pays
£1,033/wk

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East Preston

Care homes in East Preston (8)

★ With family reviews

2 in East Preston, 6 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Darlington Court Care HomeGood£1,418615.6 mi—0.7 mi
Dean HouseGood · Apr 2026On request275.3 mi—0.4 mi
Fulford Care & Nursing HomeGood · Oct 2026On request747.4 mi—2.2 mi
Greystoke ManorGood · Jul 2026On request373.8 mi—1.5 mi
Hallmark Angmering Grange Luxury Care HomeGood · Aug 2026£1,674744.9 mi—1.1 mi
Kensington LodgeRequires improvement · Apr 2023On request186.3 mi—1.1 mi
Lobswood HouseRequires improvement · May 2022On request267.6 mi—2.4 mi
White Lodge Residential HomeGood · Apr 2019On request295.1 mi—0.4 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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East Preston in numbers

75% of East Preston’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, below the England average of 79%. Based on 8 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in East Preston costs about £1,546/week, while West Sussex’s published usual rate is around £1,033/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £513/week (about £26,676/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

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

Residential care homes listed8
Rated Good or Outstanding6 of 8 (75%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,546
West Sussex usual weekly rate (2025)£1,033
LargestFulford Care & Nursing Home (74 beds)
Most recently inspectedFulford Care & Nursing Home (May 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 8 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 5 · Respite 2
Average house price, Arun (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£321,927
Good6
Requires improvement2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, East Preston£1,546/wk
  • Nursing, East Preston£1,546/wk
  • Dementia, East Preston£1,546/wk
  • West Sussex average£1,423/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • West Sussex usual rate£1,033/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across West Sussex. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: West Sussex's usual cost of residential care (2025). 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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in Arun

The average house price in Arun is £321,927, 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
£321,927
Detached
£554,358
Semi-detached
£352,866
Terraced
£275,756
Flats & maisonettes
£167,592

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 East Preston

  • Green Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 37% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesA

Excellent — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesB

Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

87 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Shoplifting22
  • Violent crime21
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Criminal damage & arson7
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 East Preston

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

Charity

East Preston Men in Sheds

This project is intended to combat loneliness and isolation amongst older adults in East Preston and surrounding areas. To mitigate the effects of social isolation and provide worthwhile,…

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1202293)
Charity

Arun Community Transport

Transporting clients who are unable to access public transport to medical appointments, shops and social engagements

2.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1183665)
Charity

Maybridge Keystone Club

Structured and informal Youth activities for 8- 12 yr olds ,and 12 - 19 yrs olds evening. Children's activities including Alternative School provision, adult activities e.g Healthy exercise,…

4.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (290520)
Charity

Carers Support West Sussex

To deliver high quality services to carers in West Sussex by provision of information and support.To develop good working relationships with all agencies to deliver services that address the needs…

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1123359)
Charity

Guild Care

Our aim is to deliver innovative and life-changing care services for older people and those living with dementia and to support children and young people affected by life limiting illnesses and…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1044658)
Charity

Bounce Alzheimer's Therapy (Bat) UK

To promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of London and the surrounding area the provision of table tennis and other facilities for recreation or leisure.

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1159618)

East Preston: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+48.8%
Projected change in Arun, 2025 to 2035 (7,735 to 11,508). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23.2%
Projected change in Arun, 2025 to 2035 (50,358 to 62,033). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Kamsons Pharmacy (0.6 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
9
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
99.2%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 83.9% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
7.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
6.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
3–10 out of 10
Where the 16 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 3 are in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near East Preston

  • St Barnabas House · 2.4 milesCQC Outstanding (report published May 2016). CQC page
  • Chestnut Tree House · 2.5 milesCQC Good (report published June 2015). CQC page
  • Longacre Care Home Limited · 3.9 milesCQC Good (report published May 2026). CQC page

Hospitals near East Preston

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 East Preston a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in East Preston

East Preston suits older people seeking a quieter, seaside retirement in an area where later-life living is already the norm. At 23.3% of the population aged 65 and over — well above the national average of 18.6% — it's a mature retirement area with established community support. Affordability and range of care homes will depend on what's available locally; you'll want to check provision carefully.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; Worthing Hospital and the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton are within reach by car or bus for emergency and specialist care.
  • Safety: Recorded crime is extremely low, with just 1 offence recorded in the most recent period, making it a very safe area.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family and support network are — coastal towns can feel isolated if carers and visitors cannot travel easily.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care-home fees in the area will vary; compare local quotes against the national average to assess affordability for your circumstances.
  • Transport: Buses connect East Preston to nearby Worthing and Brighton; the town is relatively walkable for daily needs, though a car is useful for visits further afield.
  • Housing options: Care-home provision exists locally; visit and compare what's available to find the right fit and scale for your needs.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The seafront and beach are central to life here; there are local parks and coastal walks. Many seaside towns support bowls clubs, gardening groups and hobby circles.
  • Community: As an established retirement area, East Preston has social groups and memory cafés; ask prospective care homes about their links to local activities and support networks.
  • Climate: Being on the West Sussex coast, expect mild winters and cool summers, typical of southern England's maritime climate — less extreme than inland areas.

Things to weigh up

  • Seaside isolation: Coastal living can feel cut off if you or visiting family rely on public transport; check bus routes and journey times to key services and family homes before committing.
  • Limited care-home choice: Provision exists but may be smaller in range than larger towns; inspect what's available locally and don't assume you'll have many options.

Questions about care homes in East Preston

How many residential care homes are there in East Preston?

AskBart lists 8 residential care homes in and around East Preston, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are residential care homes in East Preston rated?

Of the 8 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 6 Good, 2 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do residential care homes in East Preston cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,546 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 East Preston?

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.

Near East Preston

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

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