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The Lawns Care Home

Nursing home in Chelmsford, Essex

Operated by Bupa

CQC Good52 bedsNursingResidential
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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).
AddressLawn Ln, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7JB
Beds52
Weekly feefrom £1,150 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened1999
All-inclusiveNo
MapGoogle Maps

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About

Tucked away in a serene neighbourhood, just a stone's throw from the heart of Chelmsford, The Lawns care home extends a warm welcome to those seeking nursing or residential care. This amiable home, part of the Bupa Group, is proud to offer a plethora of amenities, including tastefully furnished bedrooms with the luxury of patio access, a chic communal lounge for socialising, welcoming dining spaces, a spacious terrace and loggia, and picturesque gardens for residents to relish during the sunnier seasons. The Lawns is renowned for its vibrant activity schedule, ensuring each day brings something new and exciting. Whether it's indulging in afternoon cinema sessions, local pub outings, lively singalongs, or engaging in nostalgic reminiscence sessions, there's always something to pique everyone's interest.

Care provided

Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Wellbeing Classes

What's nearby

GP surgery1.0 miles
A&E: Broomfield Hospital1.7 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station2.3 miles
Shops1.2 miles
Pub or bar800 m
  • Near a main road
  • Ambulance station about 350 m away

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

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAdequate
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

581 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime36%
Shoplifting15%
Anti-social behaviour11%
Drugs10%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,150
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Essex usually pays £849 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £301 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 Essex council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Essex pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£807
2025—£849
2026£1,150—

What Essex 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

The Lawns Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Broomfield Hospital, 1.7 miles away. The local GP practice is RIVERMEAD GATE MED.CTR., 1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Broomfield Hospital · 1.7 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
RIVERMEAD GATE MED.CTR. · 1 mi

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

Community & connection in Chelmsford

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age Concern Chelmsford

Day Centre and Luncheon Club operating for the benefit of the older residents of Chelmsford and the surrounding area.

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1209522)
Charity

Stock Over 60's Club

Provides recreational facilities for elderly people

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (287190)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of The Lawns?
The Lawns is based in Chelmsford and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does The Lawns fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC), the regulatory body for health and social care services in England, has given The Lawns a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does The Lawns provide?
This home offers various forms of senior care such as nursing, respite, and residential.
What is the bed capacity of The Lawns?
At present, The Lawns can accommodate 52 residents.
Who is the proprietor of The Lawns?
Bupa is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
The Lawns offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Culinary Activities, Celebrations for Birthdays and Holidays, along with Dance and Music sessions.
How much does care at The Lawns cost?
The cost of care at The Lawns begins at £1,150 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a precise estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01245 945559 to discuss your individual requirements.

Part of Bupa

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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