The Whitebeach
Care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex
Operated by Coast Care Homes
What do these badges mean?
- 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.
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
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About
The Whitebeach is a 39-bed care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, providing nursing and residential care. The home supports residents with complex care needs and dementia, delivering specialist clinical support alongside daily personal assistance to help residents maintain independence.
The Whitebeach was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2023 across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 14 April 2023 · Last inspected 23 March 2023
Inspectors found that people using The Whitebeach lived safely and were protected from harm, with staff who knew residents well and managed medicines and infection control properly. The service was described as clean and adapted for people living with dementia and mobility needs. Residents were treated kindly, given choice over daily routines, and had person-centred care plans, with managers and staff praised for their approach.
- Staff knew people well and recognised changes in their care needs
- Medicines were handled safely by trained staff, and the home was clean with good use of protective equipment
- Activities were available in both small groups and one-to-one, with choice over daily schedules
- Feedback from people and relatives was sought, and the registered manager and management team were well regarded
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected August 2025
What's nearby
- Fire station about 950 m away
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
526 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 |
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Local health safety net
The Whitebeach is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Conquest Hospital, 2.2 miles away. The local GP practice is SEDLESCOMBE HOUSE, 0.8 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in St Leonards On Sea
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Association of Carers
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Ecr Foundation
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Bexhill Senior Citizens Club
The Club provides a safe, warm and comfortable place for our Senior Citizens to meet, socialise and take part in physical and sedentary activities. The aim is to alleviate loneliness and isolation…
Battle Area Community Transport
Provides regular bus services for the elderly, disabled and residents in rural Rother communities.
Music for the Memory
Music for the Memory uses singing to bring together local people from all walks of life with any form of mild to moderate dementia together with their carers in a friendly and fun activity.
Part of Coast Care Homes
The Whitebeach is one of 5 homes run by Coast 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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