Bupa
Dean Wood Care Home
Nursing home in Brighton and Hove
Operated by Bupa
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.
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- 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).
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About
Residents can enjoy the privacy of beautifully appointed bedrooms, each featuring an ensuite bathroom. The home also offers stylish communal lounges for socialising, spacious dining areas for enjoying meals, and a sea view café that opens onto a vast roof terrace. From this vantage point, residents can soak in the breathtaking views of the South Downs.
The home is surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens, providing a serene space for residents to enjoy the outdoors. Life at Dean Wood is never dull, thanks to a dedicated team of activity coordinators who ensure a diverse range of activities. From arts and crafts sessions, pet therapy, and Tai Chi classes to cosy film nights, there's always something to look forward to at Dean Wood.
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Facilities
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Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
865 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,380 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Brighton and Hove usually pays £1,124 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £256 a week.
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Brighton and Hove council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,111 |
| 2025 | — | £1,124 |
| 2026 | £1,380 | — |
What Brighton and Hove council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Dean Wood Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Sussex County Hospital, 1.9 miles away. The local GP practice is WOODINGDEAN MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.1 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Brighton and Hove
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Carers Centre for Brighton and Hove Limited
The Carers Centre for Brighton & Hove takes a holistic approach to all its work, considering the needs of carers, and those they care for. Core activities include information and advice giving,…
Dementia Singing Experience, Sussex
We take structured and interactive singing, activity and craft sessions into community day care centres, Age UK or council run and dedicated care homes supporting those living with dementia and…
Time to Talk Befriending
We overcome loneliness experienced by older people through befriending. We provide one to one befriending, group befriending, events, seasonal outreach and social prescribing in Brighton and Hove,…
Befriended
Befriended provides a range of services aimed at combating loneliness and isolation amongst older people living in Mid Sussex. These include face to face befriending, telephone befriending,…
Age Concern Hassocks & District
Social care for the older people of Hassocks and nearby villages along the South Downs. The day centre provides a freshly cooked three-course meal each weekday and a wide range of entertainment,…
Age Concern East Sussex
Services to people in later life and influencing/representation to improve the quality of later life. Services include information and advice, community clubs, post-hospital discharge support,…
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For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01273 092914.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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