Deer Capital
Hazeldene House
Care home in Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Operated by Hartford Care
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
Hazeldene House is a purpose-built nursing home in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, operated by Deer Capital. It provides 24-hour nursing care and specialist dementia support across 78 registered beds. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (report 2022), with Good ratings for Safety, Effectiveness, Caring and Responsiveness, though Well-led was marked as Requires Improvement.
The home supports residents with complex nursing needs, including those living with dementia and those with physical frailty, in separate dedicated areas. It offers both permanent nursing and residential placements, as well as respite stays. The home is located near Tunbridge Wells and set within grounds with views over the Kent countryside.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 10 June 2022 · Last inspected 26 April 2022
Inspectors found that people at Hazeldene House felt safe and content, and that staff knew them well. Relatives said they were kept informed promptly, including about minor incidents. Medicines and infection control were managed safely, and people were involved in decisions about their care and supported to be as independent as possible.
- Staff are described as having a close understanding of each person's needs and preferences.
- Relatives say they are involved in care plans and told quickly about any changes or incidents.
- Meals receive positive comments from people and relatives, and dietary needs such as food intolerances are met, with alternatives always available.
- Earlier breaches of regulation have been addressed, and the service's overall rating has improved from requires improvement to good.
- At the time of the inspection the manager had recently left, and a deputy manager was providing oversight, which the report notes leadership was in a period of transition.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
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 SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
213 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 | 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 | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,063 |
| 2025 | £1,187 |
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Local health safety net
Hazeldene House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury, 1.3 miles away. The local GP practice is WATERFIELD HOUSE SURGERY, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Tunbridge Wells
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Tunbridge Wells
Age UK Tunbridge Wells is the new name for Tunbridge Wells Age Concern, the Charity has been working in the borough of Tunbridge Wells since 1948 and currently provides a range of services and…
Rusthall Lunch Club
Providing a lunch once a week for the elderly living in Rusthall.
Southborough and High Brooms Age Concern
Currently we manage a "Trust Fund". We believe that it is no longer financially viable for a Day Centre to be run as we have in the past. Following consultation with the Charity Commission and…
Age UK Sevenoaks Tonbridge & District
Services provided for older people in and around Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and surrounding districts. These include the provision of day care and a co-ordinated lunch club scheme throughout the area,…
Rotherfield St Martin
RSM is a community led and award winning charity that supports older people in the Rotherfield Parish (and surrounding areas), East Sussex. Our aim is to prevent social isolation and loneliness in…
The Good Company People
The Good Company People carries out its purposes by providing relief to (a) people who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation and/or experiencing cognitive changes, living with dementia…
Part of Hartford Care
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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