Barchester Healthcare
Hundens Park Care Home
Nursing home in Darlington
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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
Hundens Park Care Home is a 49-bed nursing facility in Darlington run by Barchester Healthcare. It provides 24-hour nursing care for older people, those with sensory impairments and physical disabilities, alongside dementia and respite care. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades in Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive care, though Well-led is marked as Requires Improvement.
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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
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
534 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 Darlington council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £800 |
| 2025 | — | £843 |
| 2026 | £1,092 | — |
What Darlington council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Hundens Park Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Darlington Memorial Hospital, 1.1 miles away. The local GP practice is PARKGATE SURGERY, 0.6 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Darlington
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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+
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Hundens Park cost?
For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01325 808581 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Hundens Park Care Home is one of 242 homes run by Barchester Healthcare 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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