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Care homes in Ferring

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There are 54 care homes in and around Ferring on AskBart. 88% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,581 a week, while West Sussex usually pays £1,033. The largest is The Martlets, with 80 beds.

care homes
54
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
88%
typical residential fee
£1,581/wkbelow the UK average of £1,705
what West Sussex council pays
£1,033/wk

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Care homes in Ferring (54)

1 in Ferring, 53 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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

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Ferring in numbers

88% of Ferring’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 2 rated Outstanding. Based on 49 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Ferring costs about £1,581/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 £548/week (about £28,496/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

Care homes listed54
Rated Good or Outstanding43 of 49 (88%)
Rated Outstanding2
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate6
Average published weekly fee£1,581
West Sussex usual weekly rate (2025)£1,033
LargestThe Martlets (80 beds)
Most recently inspectedLavender Lodge (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 13 · Nursing 10 · Dementia 13 · Respite 6
Average house price, Arun (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£321,927
Outstanding2
Good41
Requires improvement6
Not yet rated5
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Ferring£1,581/wk
  • Nursing, Ferring£1,546/wk
  • Dementia, Ferring£1,581/wk
  • West Sussex average£1,423/wk
  • UK average£1,705/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.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated October 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 Ferring

Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 39% 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

53 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour20
  • Violent crime10
  • Criminal damage & arson7
  • Vehicle crime5
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. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, July 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Ferring

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,…

1.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1202293)
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,…

2.6 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…

3.2 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…

3.5 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.

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1159618)
Charity

Arun Community Transport

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

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1183665)

Questions about care homes in Ferring

How many care homes are there in Ferring?

There are 54 care homes listed in and around Ferring 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 Ferring cost?

Care homes in Ferring range from around £1,418 to around £1,674 per week, with averages of £1,581 for residential, £1,581 for dementia, £1,546 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Ferring is about £1,581 per week — below the UK average of £1,705. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

43 of the 54 care homes in and around Ferring 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 Ferring?

Homes in and around Ferring offer dementia (13), residential (13), nursing (10), respite (6). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

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