Bupa
Eglantine Villa Care Home
Nursing home in Dartford, Kent
Operated by Bupa
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).
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About
Eglantine Villa Care Home is a Bupa-run nursing home in Dartford, Kent, with 49 registered beds. It provides nursing care, respite care, and specialist dementia support.
The home is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. It received Good grades for Safe, Effective and Caring, and Outstanding grades for Responsive and Well-led.
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What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
369 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | 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 Kent council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,063 |
| 2025 | — | £1,187 |
| 2026 | £1,230 | — |
What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Eglantine Villa Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Darent Valley Hospital, 3.5 miles away. The local GP practice is RIVER DARENT MEDICAL GROUP, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Dartford
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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The Cottage Community
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Age UK Bexley
To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.
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…
Age Concern Gillingham
The purpose of the charity is to promote the relief of older people in Gravesham, Medway, Faversham and Sittingbourne.
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For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01322 952194.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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