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  • Avg. Review Score 9.3
  • Total 6,590 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,161 per week
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Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home
Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham DH7 8SH
"Rushyfields has been a lovely place for my great- auntie. The patience and care is a relief for me like no other place. Even when she..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,182 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With staff who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Rushfields has a warm, family feel. Some of the staff are extremely long-serving, having been with the home for over 10 years.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St Clare's Court Care Home
Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH
"When reviewing care homes for our loved ones, like every one else we did not just visit one. When we stepped inside of St Clare's the..."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,304 / weekSize 58 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Ideally situated near the vibrant town centre of Newton Aycliffe in County Durham, St Clare’s Court is a friendly, purpose-built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. A luxurious... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Stanley Park
Wear Road, Stanley DH9 6AH
"The whole experience has been nothing short of excellent It's not just care that is given it's love and I love to see how happy and..."Read all 46 reviews

from £1,295 / weekSize 71 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Stanley Park is a bright, welcoming home, where the skilled and caring team delivers personalised care with dignity and compassion. This includes short-term and permanent residential, nursing and care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barchester North Park Care Home
I'Anson Street, Darlington DL3 0SW
"My husband has been in North Park for 2 years je passed away on the 30th June this year with Alziemers. In that 2 years the staff have been..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,105 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

North Park Care Home provides residential care for older people as well as people living with dementia. They strive to offer the best possible quality of life, delivering support and bespoke residential,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Abigail Lodge Care Home
Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7NJ
"My relative has been a resident in Abigail Lodge for the past 5 yrs. He was made to feel very comfortable and secure in this environment...."Read all 89 reviews

from £1,205 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Abigail Lodge Care Home is located in Delves Lane, Consett and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the M1 motorway link. Consett town centre is less than one mile away. This purpose-built... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Barchester Hawthorns Care Home
O'Neill Drive, North Blunts, Peterlee SR8 5UP
"Great facilities at Hawthorns Peterlee, the food is lovely. Fresh coffee and cake as a welcome always goes down a treat. Staff welcoming on..."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 108 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

The Hawthorns makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Redwell Hills Care Home
St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett DH8 7SN
"Recently visited my friend, whom I haven't seen in a while, and the first time I visited the home. The home was clean, the staff were very..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,286 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Redwell Hills Care Home is located near Consett in Leadgate and is close to shops, public transport and amenities. The service provides residential care for people who need support with everyday activities... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Beaconsfield Court Care Home
Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES
"Excellent care and facilities received at all times since admission. I intend spending the rest of retirement here. It supports all my..."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,340 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the attractive town of Barnard Castle in County Durham, Beaconsfield Court is a purpose built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. The extensively trained team will... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Rose Lodge Care Home
Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE
"My mother has been at rose lodge for several years now and suffers with dementia. I am so grateful for everything the staff do seeing my..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,485 / weekSize 54 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Welcome to Rose Lodge. Rose Lodge is a purpose-built care home built in 2003 and then extended in 2004 to incorporate its specialised Dementia unit. Located in Cobblers Lane the home is located less... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Picktree Court
Off Picktree Lane, Chester le Street DH3 3SP
"The care my mum received over a 9 month period was professional, compassionate and people orientated. Picktree goes out of its way to..."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,207 / weekSize 88 rooms

Group/Owner Premier Care Homes Ltd

Picktree Court is ideally located in the Town Centre of Chester-le-Street within easy reach of car, bus and rail transport routes, and a few minutes walking distance from the main shopping areas with... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home
Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT
"Excellent care, really genuine carers. Dad's needs taken care of and we are very happy indeed with his care. Terri and the team do a..."Read all 131 reviews

from £1,203 / weekSize 68 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Cedar Court provides residential, dementia, nursing and palliative care. They also provide rehabilitation and pre-bookable... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Parklands Care Home
New Road, Crook DL15 8LN
"Lovely nursing home Carnt thank yous enough for the love and help yous all give my mother Joan thankyou for everything yous all did for her..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,025 / weekSize 42 rooms

Parklands offers expert care within a pleasant living atmosphere, ideal for older people's care needs from 55 years, as well as welcoming adults with a learning disability and dementia. Specialist... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kingsway Nursing Home
Kingsway, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9TB
"My mum has been resident for nearly 2 years now and whenever I visit or do video calls with her through my younger sister my mum is always..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,295 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Advinia Healthcare Ltd

Award-winning Kingsway Nursing Home is a purpose-built care home with attractive landscaped gardens, set in the lovely village of Langley Park, 5 miles west of Durham city centre and 18 miles from Newcastle.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Field View
Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool TS27 4LH
"My wife has been resident for only 1 week but it's evident the management have the right ethic, nothing is too much trouble and this is..."Read all 116 reviews

from £1,375 / weekSize 36 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Welcome to Field View. Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Field View is located on Hesleden Road between Castle... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Rydal Care Home
Rydal Road, Darlington DL1 4BH
"Our dad was a resident here for 3 years, until he passed away there very recently All staff treated him with dignity and respect from..."Read all 42 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Minster Care Group

Rydal Care home, situated in Darlington, offers residential care as well as nursing care, respite care, palliative care and specialist care for those living with dementia. The home has a caring team... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Eastbourne Care Home
5-7 Cobden Street, Darlington DL1 4JF
"Good home. Clean and odor free. Staff caring, respecting residents. Good food and facilities. Good interactions with residents and..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner Kara Healthcare

Located in a residential area in Darlington, Eastbourne Care Home is a spacious home from home setting offering residential and nursing care. There are 41 bedrooms in total, each offering en suite... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Barrington Lodge Care Home
Berkshire Place, St Andrews Way, Bishop Auckland DL14 6XX
"I have been in Barrington Lodge for 4 weeks & have been treated so careingly by the staff. I couldn't walk when I arrived and in 4 short..."Read all 68 reviews

from £1,181 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Barrington Lodge Care Home is found in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, in a central location close to local amenities. The team there help enable people of all abilities to live their lives as fully... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Willow Green
Eastbourne Road, Darlington DL1 4ER
"My father in law was in Willow Green for the last few weeks of his life and I can't express how happy we were with his care. The staff were..."Read all 68 reviews

Size 63 rooms

Group/Owner St Martins Care Ltd

Willow Green is a purpose-built care home located in Darlington, close to the town centre. It has undergone some cosmetic refurbishment over the past couple of years and is a bright, modern environment... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Yohden Hall Care Complex
Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4LH
"The Staff here in Yohden are wonderful. They took care of my wife. They go above & beyond. I would recommend this home to anyone...."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 77 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Yohden Care Complex is located on Hesleden Road between Castle Eden and Hartlepool. Yohden... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Durham House
Mains Park Road, Chester le Street DH3 3PU
"I usually visit my best friend once a week. She has been in Durham House since December 2022, and has Alzheimer's. She still recognises..."Read all 5 reviews

from £1,055 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Premier Care Homes Ltd

Durham House is a residential care home for adults over 65 years of age. They specialise is general residential care along with dementia residential care and are able to provide both long term care along... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Wilton House Care Home with Nursing
Wilton Close, Darlington DL3 9RE
"I highly recommend Wilton House Care Home. The care home is outstanding and the staff are kind, compassionate, and truly committed to..."Read all 33 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 37 rooms

Group/Owner Popular Care Ltd

This Beautiful house is situated in a quiet and peaceful area of Darlington and has a homely feel with its Victorian design and large landscaped gardens occupying a pleasant outlook. Professionals... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Church View
Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG
"Church View Care home is a jewel in the crown for carehomes in the North East region. It is part of the local community and is the..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Welcome to Church View Care Home in Murton, County Durham Nestled in the heart of Murton, Church View Care Home offers a warm and welcoming environment for older people who need extra care and support.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Langley House Care Home
Sunderland Road, Horden, Peterlee SR8 4NL
"As the LPA for my Grandmother the family unfortunately came to the decision (following an accident and onset of dementia) that for her own..."Read all 106 reviews

from £901 / weekSize 30 rooms

Group/Owner Ascot Care Ltd

Langley House Care Home is nestled in the Horden neighbourhood of Peterlee in County Durham. This popular home offers the perfect balance of quiet living within a vibrant community. At Langley House,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Willowdene Care Home
Lizard Lane, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 3ET
"Reception staff greeted us warmly. The home was impeccably well kept clean and tidy. The care towards my mam was lovely and she seems so..."Read all 113 reviews

Size 48 rooms

Group/Owner Highgate Care Services Ltd

Welcome to Willowdene. Located between Sedgefield and Fishburn in County Durham on Lizard Lane, just off Salter’s Lane, Willowdene Care Home is nestled in charming rural countryside. The home is... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Bannatyne Lodge Care Home
Manor Way, Peterlee SR8 5SB
"My father Denis was resident at Bannatyne for the last few months of his life and sadly passed away on 22nd August, his final few weeks on..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,143 / weekSize 50 rooms

Group/Owner Hill Care

Bannatyne Lodge Care Home is situated in Peterlee, County Durham, close to the nearby coast. The home is well decorated and offers spacious, well-maintained communal areas for everyone to enjoy, relax... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Chilton Care Centre
Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX
"My 92 year old mam is a new resident at Chilton Care Home its not easy for families to trust the care of a loved one to some one else and..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,347 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner St Philips Care Group

Chilton Care Centre is in the former mining village of Chilton and the Mainsforth Collieries. The purpose-built care centre specialises in residential and dementia care for older people. There... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Ventress Hall
22/28 Trinity Road, Darlington DL3 7AZ
"The care and nursing team looked after my mum at the end of her life. She was treated with care and compassion, as were were. They ensured..."Read all 91 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 106 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The team at Ventress Hall offers nursing, residential and dementia care, as well as respite care, designed to ensure that life is engaging and fulfilling for residents. Each bedrooms at Ventress Hall... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Tenlands Care Home
Wood Lane, Ferryhill DL17 8JD
"Massive thank you to you and your staff, it means a lot to me knowing my mother is getting the care she deserves in her twilight days...."Read all 157 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Tenlands Care Home, Ferryhill – Where Everyone Has a Life Worth Celebrating A warm welcome awaits at Tenlands Care Home in Ferryhill, County Durham - part of the multi-award-winning Strong Life Care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Grange Care Home
Whinbush Way, Darlington DL1 3PT
"I cannot speak highly enough of The Grange. My mum lives here with Dementia, and the care, kindness shown to her every single day is..."Read all 123 reviews

from £1,225 / weekSize 74 rooms

Group/Owner Highgate Care Services Ltd

The Grange Residential Care Home is dedicated to offering both residential and dementia care. This modern facility has seventy-four bedrooms, with some suitable for people with mobility issues, and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Langley Park Care Home
Front Street, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9YY
"Both my mam and dad were cared for in Langley Park Care Home staff were abso fab loads of entertainment lots of singing and dancing. They..."Read all 101 reviews

from £1,340 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Marton Care Homes Ltd

Langley Park Care Home provides high quality person-centred care delivered by a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives. The residential care setting accommodates... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Durham Care Homes

Care Home costs in Durham

Average care home costs in Durham by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 91 care homes with fees listed in Durham.

Type of Care ProvidedDurhamEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,163£1,309£1,313
Residential Dementia Care£1,220£1,339£1,344
Nursing Care£1,291£1,569£1,554
Nursing Dementia Care£1,341£1,584£1,576
All Care Types£1,161£1,320£1,327

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Durham Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 89 care homes with fees listed.
£1,163 per week
  • 12.6% below England average
  • 12.9% below UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 71 care homes with fees listed.
£1,220 per week
  • 9.8% below England average
  • 10.2% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 32 care homes with fees listed.
£1,291 per week
  • 21.5% below England average
  • 20.4% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 15 care homes with fees listed.
£1,341 per week
  • 18.1% below England average
  • 17.5% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Durham?

There are 169 Care Homes in Durham, including 61 Nursing Homes & 108 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Durham have the highest Review Score?

Church View, Eden House & Langley House Care Home are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in Durham.

Which care homes in Durham offer Nursing Care?

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Durham?

There are 102 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham including Eden House, Elderwood & Jack Dormand Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham?

Respite Care is offered by 127 care homes in Durham including Eden House, Elderwood & Jack Dormand Care Home.

How many care homes listings in Durham have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 107 care homes listed with Reviews.

Which care homes in Durham have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 9 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in Durham have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Awards in Durham include The DurhamGate, Eden House, Hampton Manor, Langley House Care Home & Willowdene Care Home.