Nellsar Care Homes
The Old Downs Care Home
Residential care home in Sevenoaks, Kent
Operated by Nellsar Care Homes
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About
The Old Downs Care Home is a residential dementia care home in Sevenoaks, Kent, with 41 registered beds. It is operated by Nellsar Care Homes and provides residential and respite care for older adults with dementia, offering support in a secure environment.
The home was rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2025
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
69 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,050 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia 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 Kent council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,063 |
| 2025 | — | £1,187 |
| 2026 | £1,050 | — |
What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Old Downs Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Darent Valley Hospital, 3.7 miles away. The local GP practice is JUBILEE MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Sevenoaks
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Sevenoaks Tonbridge & District
Services provided for older people in and around Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and surrounding districts. These include the provision of day care and a co-ordinated lunch club scheme throughout the area,…
Biggin Hill Community Care Association
Day Centre for elderly frailAssisted shopping scheme for elderlyLunch club for retired peopleAssisted transportActivities for older people
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For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01474 554937 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Nellsar Care Homes
The Old Downs Care Home is one of 8 homes run by Nellsar Care Homes 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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