Barchester Healthcare

North Park Care Home

Operated by Barchester Healthcare

CQC good60 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green SurroundingsExcellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well ServedExcellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressI'Anson St, Darlington DL3 0SW, UK
Beds60
Weekly feefrom £1,010 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2003
All-inclusiveNo

About

Nestled in the picturesque region of Darlington in North East England, North Park is a warm and inviting care home that offers specialised residential, dementia, and respite care services. This esteemed Barchester Healthcare home is replete with a host of beneficial amenities, including tastefully adorned bedrooms with ensuite facilities, a variety of comfortable communal lounges, sociable dining spaces, an activity room, kitchen facilities, and meticulously maintained gardens for residents to bask in the refreshing outdoors. The committed team of activity coordinators prioritise the wellbeing, interests, and hobbies of the residents above all else. By tailoring the bustling activity schedule to individual needs, residents remain content, engaged, and mentally stimulated.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected December 2025

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.1 mi
Train station0.8 mi
GP surgery0.4 mi
Hospital30.3 mi
Local pub0.6 mi
Shops0.7 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAdequate
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

534 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime26%
Anti-social behaviour24%
Shoplifting13%
Criminal damage & arson9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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Local health safety net

North Park Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Victoria Infirmary, 30.3 miles away. The local GP practice is DENMARK STREET SURGERY, 0.4 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Victoria Infirmary · 30.3 mi
Nearest GP
DENMARK STREET SURGERY · 0.4 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the geographical location of North Park?
North Park is positioned in Darlington and is conveniently near to many sought-after facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate North Park?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. North Park has received a **good** rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does North Park provide?
North Park offers various forms of senior care including respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at North Park?
At present, the home can accommodate 60 residents.
Who is the proprietor of North Park?
Barchester Healthcare is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
North Park offers a range of activities focused on health and wellness, such as: Classes on Wellbeing, Fitness and Exercise, as well as Book and Poetry sessions.
How much does care at North Park cost?
The cost of care at North Park begins at £1,010 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a precise estimate tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01325 808678.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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