Nova House
Care home in Seaford, East Sussex
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- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
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About
Nova House is an independently run residential care home in Seaford, East Sussex, providing care for older people. It has 36 registered beds. The home offers a complete care package, from first enquiry and pre-assessment through to admission, and its approach centres on supporting residents' independence while their needs change over time. The building sits in a quiet residential street, close to local shops and amenities and within reach of the seafront. The home aims to keep its surroundings safe, comfortable and stimulating for residents.
The Care Quality Commission rated Nova House Good overall in its 2024 report. The home was also rated Good for each of the five key questions: whether it is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
88 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 | — |
- 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 East Sussex council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £893 |
| 2025 | £929 |
What East Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Nova House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Eastbourne District General Hospital, 7.7 miles away. The local GP practice is SEAFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Seaford
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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The Deans Senior Tea Club
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Age Concern East Sussex
Services to people in later life and influencing/representation to improve the quality of later life. Services include information and advice, community clubs, post-hospital discharge support,…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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