Care Homes in Durham

Q: Care Home costs in Durham

The average costs for care homes in Durham can vary depending on the type of care required. Please refer to the detailed breakdown for more information.

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Avg. Review Score 9.3
Total 6,463 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,160 per week

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Redworth House Care Home

Byerley Road, Shildon DL4 1HQ

9.646 Reviews

"My mother D.W. had a bad fall at home and was placed into Redworth to recover after spending one month in hospital. The care she received..."Read all 46 reviews

from £1,080 / week68 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Redworth House is a 68-bedroom care home in Durham that excels in delivering high-quality care for people requiring nursing, residential, dementia or a learning disability. Health Carer staff gain... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Stanley Park

Wear Road, Stanley DH9 6AH

9.545 Reviews

30 3

"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 45 reviews

from £1,295 / week71 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
Respite Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Abigail Lodge Care Home

Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7NJ

9.588 Reviews

13 1

"My father stayed for 1 week of respite. He really enjoyed his stay and asked if he could come again. The staff listened to my information..."Read all 88 reviews

from £1,205 / week60 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
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Yohden Hall Care Complex

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4LH

9.599 Reviews

"My stepmother has been in your care since the 8th January 2026 since being discharged from hospital. She thinks all staff are friendly,..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,200 / week77 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

O'Neill Drive, North Blunts, Peterlee SR8 5UP

9.565 Reviews

14 1

"My father has been a resident at Hawthorns for a while. I will forever be grateful for the care that the staff have shown towards my father..."Read all 65 reviews

from £900 / week108 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

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Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE

9.564 Reviews

"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 64 reviews

from £1,485 / week54 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
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Richmond Court

Willington Care Village, Hall Lane, Willington, Crook DL15 0PR

9.538 Reviews

"My wife is enjoying her stay and I am informed when I need to know anything about her care. Care staff are all very friendly and he..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,350 / week49 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Richmond Court is a County Durham nursing home, offering an extensive list of personalised care packages, as well as specialising in dementia care provision. The accommodation is comfortable and homely... Read more

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Dementia Residential Care
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Residential Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Redwell Hills Care Home

St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett DH8 7SN

9.549 Reviews

21 1

"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 / week47 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT

9.5130 Reviews

13 1

"After a long hospital stay my friend moved into cedar court at first he was very unsettled and had challenging behaviour. The staff were..."Read all 130 reviews

from £1,203 / week68 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

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St Clare's Court Care Home

Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH

9.4117 Reviews

"My mum is currently a resident at St Clare Court Nursing Home, and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. Every member of staff..."Read all 117 reviews

from £1,304 / week58 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

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Kingsway Nursing Home

Kingsway, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9TB

9.429 Reviews

12 1

"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 29 reviews

from £1,295 / week42 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
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Beaconsfield Court Care Home

Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES

9.4117 Reviews

"Mum has settled here very quickly. I believe this has been helped by the fantastic staff who she gets along with very well. They have..."Read all 117 reviews

from £1,340 / week32 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Parklands Care Home

New Road, Crook DL15 8LN

9.351 Reviews

27 1

"My dad had care as my mum had an accident and was unable to look after him. The staff were brilliant with my dad as his extended family,..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,025 / week42 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

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Dementia Residential Care
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Barchester North Park Care Home

I'Anson Street, Darlington DL3 0SW

9.380 Reviews

16 1

"Excellent care home, I absolutely love this place, and would happily recommend it to anyone. My Dad is so well looked after! Big shout out..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,105 / week60 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
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Eastbourne Care Home

5-7 Cobden Street, Darlington DL1 4JF

9.378 Reviews

13 1

"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 / week41 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
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Picktree Court

Off Picktree Lane, Chester le Street DH3 3SP

9.314 Reviews

"Dad has settled in nicely. 99 and frail but as much as possible is included in activities, e.g. men's afternoons, quizzes and films. My son..."Read all 14 reviews

from £1,207 / week88 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

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Dementia Residential Care
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Barrington Lodge Care Home

Berkshire Place, St Andrews Way, Bishop Auckland DL14 6XX

9.265 Reviews

12 1

"This was my first experience of intermediate care. I was initially apprehensive but the staff made me feel welcome. I was well cared for..."Read all 65 reviews

from £1,181 / week70 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care

Willow Green

Eastbourne Road, Darlington DL1 4ER

9.168 Reviews

13 1

"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

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
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Dementia Residential Care
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Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
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Rydal Care Home

Rydal Road, Darlington DL1 4BH

9.141 Reviews

12 1

"I thought Mum would hate being in a home. How wrong I was. She really appreciated being looked after so well. Staff were all exceptionally..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,200 / week60 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Field View

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool TS27 4LH

9.1115 Reviews

"Overall very pleased with how the care my husband receives. New manager is very approchable and he is there if I have any issues with..."Read all 115 reviews

from £1,375 / week36 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Durham House

Mains Park Road, Chester le Street DH3 3PU

9.15 Reviews

"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 / week31 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

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Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Wilton House Care Home with Nursing

Wilton Close, Darlington DL3 9RE

9.133 Reviews

"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 / week37 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

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Dementia Residential Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Ventress Hall

22/28 Trinity Road, Darlington DL3 7AZ

9.091 Reviews

16 3

"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 / week106 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

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Church View

Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG

1076 Reviews

"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 / week42 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

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Dementia Residential Care
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Langley House Care Home

Sunderland Road, Horden, Peterlee SR8 4NL

9.9105 Reviews

19 1

"We are extremely happy with the care. My father is receiving. The staff are all lovely with my father and he is well looked after with his..."Read all 105 reviews

from £901 / week30 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
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Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
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Mental Health Care

Bannatyne Lodge Care Home

Manor Way, Peterlee SR8 5SB

9.862 Reviews

"I can't thank everyone at the care home enough for the kindness, care, and support they showed mum during her stay. Every member of staff..."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,143 / week50 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

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Dementia Nursing Care

Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX

9.881 Reviews

3 1

"A fantastic care home. The staff go above and beyond to provide a friendly and safe place. My Dad is well looked after and happy here. I..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,347 / week40 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

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The Grange Care Home

Whinbush Way, Darlington DL1 3PT

9.7121 Reviews

"My father has been at The Grange for the past 11 months, and throughout that time we have been incredibly grateful for the kindness,..."Read all 121 reviews

from £1,225 / week74 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

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Tenlands Care Home

Wood Lane, Ferryhill DL17 8JD

9.7153 Reviews

"I find Tenlands very friendly and helpful. All staff are pleasant and great with all residents. I have just have 4 days away and it is the..."Read all 153 reviews

from £1,050 / week40 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

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Westerleigh Residential Home

Scott Street, Stanley DH9 8AD

9.766 Reviews

"All staff are polite and very well informed of my relative's needs, they are so helpfully kind and respect you. Didn't think my relative..."Read all 66 reviews

58 rooms

Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Westerleigh Care Home is situated in Stanley, County Durham, close to the local market. An ex-colliery village, Stanley has a very friendly, warm and close-knit community feel to it. The staff at Westerleigh... Read more

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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 93 care homes with fees listed in Durham.

Type of Care Provided	Durham	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,165	£1,305	£1,309
Residential Dementia Care	£1,222	£1,334	£1,339
Nursing Care	£1,293	£1,566	£1,551
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,329	£1,580	£1,570
All Care Types	£1,160	£1,316	£1,323

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 91 care homes with fees listed.

£1,165 per week

12.0% below England average
12.4% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 73 care homes with fees listed.

£1,222 per week

9.2% below England average
9.6% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 35 care homes with fees listed.

£1,293 per week

21.1% below England average
20.0% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 17 care homes with fees listed.

£1,329 per week

18.9% below England average
18.1% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Durham?

There are 170 Care Homes in Durham, including 61 Nursing Homes & 109 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Durham have the highest Review Score?

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

Which care homes in Durham offer Nursing Care?

Jack Dormand Care Home, Willowdene Care Home & Barchester Hundens Park Care Home are some of the 47 Nursing Homes in Durham.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Durham?

There are 101 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham including Eden House Care Home, Jack Dormand Care Home & Derwent Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham?

Respite Care is offered by 126 care homes in Durham including Eden House Care Home, Jack Dormand Care Home & Derwent Care Home.

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

There are 106 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 7 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 Care Home, Hampton Manor, Langley House Care Home & Willowdene Care Home.