Care Homes in South East England

Your guide to the best care homes around South East England.

Care Homes in South East England

  1. White Gables-main-image
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    White Gables

    White Gables Care Home, Felixstowe, IP11 7DE
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Holmwood Holdings -logo

    White Gables Care Home, operated by Holmwood Holdings, is nestled in the charming town of Felixstowe, offering a serene coastal setting.

    Care available

    From

    £1,189

    per week

    ResidentialDementia
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    The Red House

    The Red House, Ashtead, KT21 2NN
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Aurem Care -logo

    The Red House, operated by Aurem Care in Ashtead, offers a harmonious blend of residential and 24-hour nursing care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,200

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
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    Queens Court

    2 Downing Cl, Cambridge, CB25 9DD
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    MHA-logo

    Queen's Court care home, operated by MHA and nestled in the picturesque village of Bottisham near Cambridge, offers exceptional residential and dementia care.

    Care available

    From

    £1,246

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespite
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    Sonning Gardens

    Old Bath Rd, Berkshire, RG4 6TQ
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Avery Collection-logo

    The stunning Sonning Gardens Care Home is situated in Sonning, Berkshire and provides expert residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care to older adults.

    Care available

    From

    £1,250

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Cleeve Lodge

    Cleeve Lodge, Goring, RG8 9BN
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Cleeve Lodge-logo

    Located in the peaceful village of Goring-on-Thames, this extended Victorian house provides 24-hour residential and respite care across two floors.

    Care available

    From

    £1,250

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
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    Highfield House

    4 Highfield Rd, Shanklin, PO37 6PP
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Island Healthcare-logo

    Located in Shanklin, Highfield House by Island Healthcare opens its doors to a nurturing environment tailored to meet various care needs.

    Care available

    From

    £1,300

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaConvalescentPalliative
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    Tenterden House

    Lye Ln, St Albans, AL2 3TN
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Bupa-logo

    Situated in St Albans, county of Hertfordshire, across 13 acres of beautiful gardens, Tenterden House care home provides expert residential, respite and nursing care to the elderly.

    Care available

    From

    £1,315

    per week

    ResidentialNursingRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Eastbourne Gardens

    6 Upper King's Dr, Eastbourne, BN20 9AN
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Avery Collection-logo

    Located in one of the sunniest places in Britain, Eastbourne Gardens Care Home provides expert residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care for older adults.

    Care available

    From

    £1,350

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    The Grange

    25 Church Grn, Faringdon, SN7 8HU
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Forest Healthcare-logo

    The Grange is based in the picturesque village of Stanford in the Vale, just a short drive from Faringdon in the heart of Oxfordshire.

    Care available

    From

    £1,450

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePalliative
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    Firstlings

    The Street, Maldon, CM9 4NB
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Sohal Healthcare-logo

    Firstlings, operated by Sohal Healthcare, is a distinguished care home situated in the charming town of Maldon, Essex.

    Care available

    From

    £1,400

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
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    Queensmount

    18 Queens Park W Dr, Bournemouth, BH8 9DA
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Bupa-logo

    Nestled within beautiful Bournemouth, Queensmount is a great care home to live in that offers a community family feel.

    Care available

    From

    £1,420

    per week

    ResidentialNursingRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Rooms Available
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    Little Bramingham Farm

    Little Bramingham Farm, Luton, LU3 3XF
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Friends of the Elderly-logo

    Situated on the outskirts of Luton, Bedfordshire, Little Bramingham Farm offers a calm retreat within an urban setting.

    Care available

    From

    £1,425

    per week

    ResidentialRespite
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    Winchester Heights

    Stockbridge Rd, Winchester, SO22 5JH
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Avery Collection-logo

    A short drive from Winchester town centre, Winchester Heights is a luxurious care home that provides expert residential, dementia, nursing, respite and palliative care to older adults.

    Care available

    From

    £1,450

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Greensleeves

    15 -21 Perryfield Road, Southgate, RH11 8AA
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Alchemy Care-logo

    Greensleeves Home, operated by Alchemy Care in Crawley, offers personalised and compassionate care for ladies with dementia.

    Care available

    From

    £1,450

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    The Links

    1 Golf Links Rd, Broadstone, BH18 8BE
    CQC Rating Outstanding
    Bupa-logo

    Nestled within beautiful Dorset, The Links is a care home that offers expert residential, respite, nursing, dementia, Parkinson's, Huntington's and Palliative care to the elderly.

    Care available

    From

    £1,450

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative

Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in South East England

South East England is one of the best places for care seekers to live and has some of the best-rated care homes, including numerous ‘Outstanding’ Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated homes. We offer care homes throughout South East England, including in the counties of Surrey, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Kent.

Hannah Karim

Written by Hannah Karim

Customer Care Lead

Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.

Frequently asked questions

Here is some further information about care homes in South East England.

How many care homes are there in South East England?

We have 392 care homes in South East England. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.

What is the average cost of care in South East England?

Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in South East England, the average cost of care is £1,242. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.

Are all care homes in South East England regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?

Yes, every South East England care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).

How many nursing homes are there in South East England?

We have 235 in South East England that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in South East England offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.

How many South East England care homes offer residential care?

We have 323 care homes in South East England that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes in South East England provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.

What care homes in South East England offer dementia care?

We have 304 South East England care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes in South East England can provide the level of support they need.

What South East England care homes offer respite care?

If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 357 care homes in South East England that provide short-term stays.

Respite care homes in South East England provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate.

Are there any care homes in South East England that offer end-of-life or palliative care?

267 South East England care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.

Average care home costs in South East England

Average cost of residential care
£1,545per week
Average cost of nursing care
£1,582per week
Average cost of dementia care
£1,537per week
Average cost of nursing & dementia care
£1,557per week

South East England's Care Regulator:

Care Quality Commission

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