Sanctuary Care
Shaftesbury Court Care Home
Nursing home in Erith, Bexley
Operated by Sanctuary Care
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About
Shaftesbury Court is a care home in Erith, in the London Borough of Bexley, operated by the not-for-profit provider Sanctuary Care, offering residential and planned respite care across 40 bedrooms. Rooms are spacious and apartment-style, with lounge areas, kitchenettes and en-suite wet rooms, and double apartments accommodate couples.
The home includes a dining room, a hairdressing salon, a residents' pub and a cinema room, with landscaped gardens featuring wheelchair-accessible paths, raised beds and harbour-style seating. A programme of arts, baking, pampering sessions and pet therapy, alongside community outings, supports an enrichment-focused daily life, with many long-serving staff contributing to the home's family feel.
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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
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
405 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
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Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,251 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Bexley usually pays £1,016 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £235 a week.
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 Bexley council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £991 |
| 2025 | — | £1,016 |
| 2026 | £1,251 | — |
What Bexley council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Shaftesbury Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Darent Valley Hospital, 4.2 miles away. The local GP practice is SLADE GREEN MEDICAL CTR., 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Erith
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Stroke Care International
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Age UK Bexley
To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.
Carers' Support (Bexley)
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The Cottage Community
The Cottage Community is an independent registered charity providing a day centre and hot meals, lunch clubs, activities, transport and shopping trips for elderly and vulnerable clients, resident…
The Stroke Club and Befriending Service
To promote and protect the physical and mental health of people who have had strokes and their family and carers in the London borough of Newham through the provision of support, education,…
Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering Ltd
Provision of a range of services to older people in and around London Boroughs of Redbridge, Barking & Dagenham and Havering to improve and maintain their quality of life.
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It's best to call the home directly on 01322 946847 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.
Part of Sanctuary Care
Shaftesbury Court Care Home is one of 132 homes run by Sanctuary Care 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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