Welltower
Defoe Court
Nursing home in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
Operated by HC-One
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About
Defoe Court is a 41-bed care home in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, providing nursing and residential care for older people, younger adults with physical disabilities, and people living with dementia. The home is operated by Welltower and was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with an Outstanding rating for Caring.
The home supports older people aged 65 and over, younger adults under 65, and people with physical disabilities or dementia. It offers nursing care alongside residential accommodation, making it suitable for those who need medical support as part of their care plan.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected January 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 550 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
185 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
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 County Durham council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £807 |
| 2025 | £857 |
What County Durham council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Defoe Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Darlington Memorial Hospital, 6.5 miles away. The local GP practice is BEWICK CRESCENT SURGERY, 0.5 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Newton Aycliffe
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Dene Valley Community Transport Ltd
The charity's main activity is to provide a Community Transport service in the Dene Valley and surrounding areas.
Age UK North Yorkshire and Darlington
The Charity provides extensive portfolio of activities based on Health, Learning and Leisure for the benefit of people 50+
Part of HC-One
Defoe Court is one of 247 homes run by HC-One on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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