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Hillside Care Home
Residential care home in Babergh, Suffolk
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- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Located in the charming market town of Sudbury within the naturally stunning county of Suffolk, Hillside's striking exterior is complemented by its equally impressive interior. A dedicated team of experienced staff is on hand, and a comprehensive list of activities is available, including in-house restaurant-style dining, morning walks, and calming mindfulness sessions. Hillside guarantees a tranquil and enjoyable stay for all its residents.
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Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected July 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 SpacePlentiful
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
1 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £920 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| 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 Suffolk council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £989 |
| 2025 | — | £1,064 |
| 2026 | £920 | — |
What Suffolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Hillside Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Colchester Hospital, 10.8 miles away. The local GP practice is HARDWICKE HOUSE GROUP PRACTICE, 0.8 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Babergh
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Ansell Centre Charity
Together with Hadleigh United Reformed Church to provide a community centre facility for the residents of Hadleigh, Suffolk. To run two lunch clubs, a Memories Cafe for people living with dementia…
Hadleigh (Suffolk) Elderly Peoples Welfare Committee
Provides shopping vouchers for over 75's in Hadleigh at Christmas. Operates over 60's social club. Organises theatre trips & other coach outings for over 60's.
The Sudbury Group of the Third Age Trust
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…
Gostart Community Transport
Provision of low cost accessible transport for any who is disadvantaged by reason of age disability or location. We operate Dial A Ride within 8 mile radius of Sudbury and accessible community…
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For a more accurate estimate, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01544 302273 to discuss your individual requirements.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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