Search...

Care Homes in East Sussex

Step 1 - Select the type of care home you are looking for in East Sussex

Step 2 -

Browse 353 East Sussex Care Homes

  • Avg. Review Score 9.3
  • Total 10,485 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,345 per week
Bay House Care
2/3 Middlesex Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1LP
"Bay House is a shining example of what a home should be like. The care provided is exemplary and, importantly, is focused on the personal..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 36 rooms

Bay House Care in Bexhill-on-Sea, is a thirty-three bed capacity, registered nursing home with a unique warm and homely feel, where residents enjoy a person centred approach to their individual care needs... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Copper Beech Care Home
Eastbourne Road, Ridgewood, Uckfield TN22 5ST
"My Aunt Pat lived at Copper Beech for six and a half years, until she passed away peacefully this month, aged 101. She was cared for with..."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,430 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Copper Beech is custom-built for a wide range of nursing care and residential needs, these can include post-operative care, convalescence, dementia and palliative care. Respite and long-term care packages... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Bethune Court
30 Boscobel Road, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0LX
"Mum has been a resident at Bethune since 2021 and recently celebrated her 101st birthday. Sadly, she is now very frail, but she still..."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,325 / weekSize 45 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Anchor’s Bethune Court in St. Leonards-on-Sea enjoys a location close to the seafront and is within a short distance of the attractions offered by the seaside town. The home supports older people to... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Downlands
96 The Drive, Hove BN3 6GP
"Grace and the team at Downlands took such good care of our mum in her final months battling cancer. It's a scary decision picking a..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,850 / weekSize 23 rooms

Group/Owner Brighthelm Care

Downlands Nursing Home is a twenty-two single rooms and one double -capacity Hove residential facility with a versatile care portfolio, from a local provider with over two decades of experience in achieving... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Woodside Hall Nursing Home
Polegate Road, Hailsham BN27 3PQ
"My Husband has been a resident at Woodside for 2 1/2 years. We have both received nothing but help and kindness from every member of staff..."Read all 111 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 59 rooms

Woodside Hall Nursing Homes a fantastic independently owned nursing home located between the two small towns of Hailsham and Polegate in East Sussex and only a short drive from coast of Eastbourne. Woodside... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Roselands Care Home
Cackle Street, Brede, Rye TN31 6EB
"Roseland staff went above and beyond today with these summer Barberque for all the residents and family and friends all staff dressed in..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 35 rooms

Group/Owner Eleanor Nursing and Social Care Ltd

Roselands Care Home is a welcoming residential and dementia care home in Brede, near Rye, East Sussex, providing permanent and respite care for older people aged 65+. The experienced team provides personalised... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barford Court
157 Kingsway, Hove BN3 4GR
"Barford Court has amazing well trained carers and staff , that help support both residence and relatives along our journey . Trust and..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,389 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)

Only a short walk from the seafront and a few minutes from the beautiful South Downs, this Art Deco style Home has been restored to its former splendour to include a purpose built extension and conservatory.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Whitecliff
Charles Road, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0JU
"The staff are wonderful and look after my Dad very well. Is has had a new lease of life since being at Whitecliff. The activities are..."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 28 rooms

Group/Owner Coast Care Group

Whitecliff in St Leonards-on-Sea provides residential care to older people in the Hastings area. Person-centred care is delivered by a motivated staff team who treat residents with dignity and respect... 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
Saxonwood
Saxonwood Road, Battle TN33 0EY
"Saxonwood Care Home have been absolutely fantastic looking after my Mother, the Staff are professional, helpful and go beyond the point of..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,073 / weekSize 36 rooms

Group/Owner Sussex Housing & Care

Saxonwood care home's focus is on brighter living. They welcome people with open arms, like one big family, and strive to bring sunshine to residents every day. The home's prides itself on being one the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Whitebeach
24 Upper Maze Hill, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0LA
"My wife has been resident at Whitebeach for over 4 years during which time her care has been excellent. Always clean and well cared for but..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 39 rooms

Group/Owner Coast Care Group

The Whitebeach is a hub community home specialisng in dementia care offering daycare, home care, respite and residential care services. All bedrooms have en suite facilities and some are suitable... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Care Help Team

Talk to someone who's helped families through this before

If things feel uncertain, or you're not sure where to start, talk to our Care Help Team for free. They can help you make sense of your options.

  • Shortlists built from every registered care home in the UK
  • Call us at any stage, from first questions to urgent decisions
  • Free and impartial guidance from experts
Care Help Team
Barchester Port Manor Care Home
Homefield Road, Seaford BN25 3DG
"Our family was so thankful that my mother was able to be in such a wonderful environment during her last months of life. She received such..."Read all 22 reviews

from £1,899 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Port Manor Care Home in Seaford cares for people in a friendly, comfortable environment. Trained staff care for people with dementia and an area called the Memory Lane Community, offers... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home
Lilac Lane, Stone Cross, Pevensey BN24 5NU
"Stayed for 2 weeks respite, upon arrival had welcome card and gift. The team have looked after me well I have had a relaxing stay, enjoyed..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home in Eastbourne, East Sussex provides residential care, respite care and dementia care. As well as having an area called Memory Lane which provides care for people... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Sovereign Lodge Care Centre
2 Carew Road, Eastbourne BN21 2DW
"My wife was transferred from E/Bourne DGH to Sovereign Lodge for assessment. She found the facility very comfortable; more like a hotel..."Read all 246 reviews

from £1,750 / weekSize 64 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Sovereign Lodge Care Centre, in Eastbourne, carries out skilled nursing and residential care within an environment that is ideal for older people and also the practice of dementia care. A modern and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Beachlands Care Home
Marine Parade, Seaford BN25 2PY
"Thank you so much, Beachlands, for taking care of Mum, 89. A hip replacement and two infections left my Mum in need of respite care after..."Read all 37 reviews

from £997 / weekSize 29 rooms

Beachlands is registered to provide residential care to older people. Beachlands is situated on the seafront in Seaford and is located in close proximity to local amenities, bus and rail links. Many... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Southlands Place
33 Hastings Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2HJ
"My husband's aunt is currently under the care of Southlands Place Care Home. I have made regular visits since her arrival from hospital..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,595 / weekSize 72 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Located in a quiet residential area in Bexhill-on-Sea, Southlands Place provides residential, dementia and nursing care on a permanent and respite basis. Residents at the East Sussex care home can... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Crest House Care Home
6-8 St Matthews Road, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0TN
"Crest House Care Home has provided a lovely, caring and safe environment for my father-in-law during his period of respite care this..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 21 rooms

Crest House is a wonderful residential care home based in St Leonards-on-Sea that is perfectly set up to suit the needs of older people. It is located in pleasant surroundings and close to numerous amenities. Crest... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
St Clare's Care Home
Ditchling Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0GU
"The staff firstly are very attentive and caring. They are professional and well trained. This has been a good experience for a difficult..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,855 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Trustees Augustinian Community

St Clare’s Care Home has been purpose-built to bring all the benefits of modern and professional care to older people and wheelchair users. Surrounded by scenic views of St George's Park, residents... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Bowes House
25 Battle Road, Hailsham BN27 1DU
"My Auntie is now on end of life care at Bowes House. She is being well cared for at such a sad time. I met with the manager, Finlin, and..."Read all 203 reviews

from £1,733 / weekSize 90 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The skilled team at Bowes House provide permanent and short term nursing, residential and specialist dementia care. They also offer compassionate end of life care. Residents can enjoy newly refurbished... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Heather View
Beacon Road, Crowborough TN6 1AS
"All of the staff at Heather View are extremely friendly and helpful, and my mother is very happy there, not least because 'she is waited on..."Read all 153 reviews

from £1,995 / weekSize 74 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Heather View in Crowborough offers high-quality care in luxury surroundings. The dedicated team works hard to provide respite and permanent residential, nursing and dementia care for older people. They... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Inglewood Nursing Home
7/9 Nevill Avenue, Hampden Park, Eastbourne BN22 9PR
"Our family would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone at Inglewood Nursing Home for the exceptional care, kindness and support..."Read all 194 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 60 rooms

Located in a pleasant residential area of Eastbourne, Inglewood Nursing Home offers short and long-term nursing and palliative care in charming, period-style accommodation with thoroughly modern facilities. Within... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Fairdene Lodge
14/16 Walsingham Road, Hove BN3 4FF
"My husband has been here since Autumn 2022 and has had excellent, consistently professional care. There are very few staff changes (thanks..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Mrs Maria Holliday-Welch

Fairdene Lodge – Outstanding Specialist Dementia Care in Brighton Fairdene Lodge is a CQC-rated Outstanding care home (May 2025), providing high-quality residential care exclusively for people living... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barchester Wadhurst Manor
Station Road, Wadhurst TN5 6RY
"Thank you so much to the amazing Mark who works in facilities at Wadhurst Manor. Mark has made such a difference to my Grandfather's life..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,853 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Wadhurst Manor is a 66 bed purpose-built nursing home in the award winning village of Wadhurst. The home is surrounded by beautiful views of the countryside and established gardens. It was refurbished... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Victoria Chatsworth
63 Dyke Road Avenue, Hove BN3 6DA
"Arrived at Victoria Chatsworth Nursing Home after breaking my ankle for re-hab. Found this home - staff exceptional very welcoming, helpful..."Read all 117 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 22 rooms

Group/Owner Victoria Nursing Group Ltd

Victoria Chatsworth is one of a series of homes in Hove that look to achieve a sound and trustworthy residential care service within an appealing and homely environment. While looking to make the most... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Lennox Lodge
37 The Highlands, Bexhill-on-Sea TN39 5HL
"We, my siblings and I are vey happy with my Mum's care home. The staff have been very attentive and caring. Vey impressed with Mum's..."Read all 46 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 30 rooms

Lennox Lodge is a small Residential Home situated in Bexhill. The management team have been running Lennox for over 10 years and have a well established staffing team, with some staff having been employed... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
St Rita's Care Home
Ditchling Road, Ditchling, Burgess Hill RH15 0GT
"It is always a pleasure to visit. The genuine care provided to my father over a few years and the dignity he had was extremely comforting...."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,855 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Trustees Augustinian Community

St Rita’s Care Home is a purpose-built facility, designed to support traditional care values in a state of the art property where pastoral care is practised on a daily basis. Residents enjoy a scenic... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Whitebriars
20 Bedford Avenue, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1NG
"It is difficult to put into words the gratitude I have for the wonderful team at Whitebriars. My friend, whom I have helped look after for..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 26 rooms

Group/Owner Coast Care Group

The Whitebriars was built in the 1920s as a country house. It has been extended and modernised throughout the years yet still retains a homely atmosphere. The Whitebriars is situated approximately 60... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Grosvenor House
14 Grosvenor Gardens, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0AE
"My stay at Grosvenor House following a hip replacement operation was my first experience of staying in a care home although I have been to..."Read all 75 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 33 rooms

Group/Owner Greensleeves Care

Grosvenor House is a leading not-for-profit retirement home in the seaside town of St Leonards-on-Sea. Rated Good by the CQC (October 2017), the home is a converted hotel offering person-centred residential... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Edendale Lodge Care Home
Station Road, Crowhurst, Battle TN33 9DB
"Fathers Day BBQ - What a lovely afternoon everybody had celebrating father's day! The BBQ was lovely as always but the staff are..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 35 rooms

Group/Owner Belmont Healthcare

Close to the historic town of Battle, Edendale Lodge is situated within an oasis of calm surrounded by trees, it's a country retreat with unrivalled views of the local country side. The home is registered... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Rivendale Lodge EMI Care Home
14 Prideaux Road, Eastbourne BN21 2NB
"My mother in law has been here for about 18 months. The staff are very friendly, helpful and caring. I am always kept updated with her..."Read all 20 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 27 rooms

Rivendale Lodge EMI Care Home in Eastbourne offers residential care to older people with dementia, Alzheimer's disease and other related conditions. Residents and their families receive a warm... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Alice Court Care Home
29 Bedfordwell Road, Eastbourne BN21 2BQ
"Alice Court is a lovely welcoming care home the staff are all friendly and lots of activities to keep everyone entertained they also have..."Read all 15 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Alice Court Care Home in Eastbourne offers a welcoming home for people needing care. Run by Avery care homes, Alice Court provides residential, respite, and dementia care. Residents receive care... Read more

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

Frequently Asked Questions about East Sussex Care Homes

Care Home costs in East Sussex

Average care home costs in East Sussex 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 200 care homes with fees listed in East Sussex.

Type of Care ProvidedEast SussexEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,342£1,309£1,314
Residential Dementia Care£1,352£1,340£1,345
Nursing Care£1,637£1,571£1,556
Nursing Dementia Care£1,616£1,586£1,577
All Care Types£1,345£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 East Sussex Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 186 care homes with fees listed.
£1,342 per week
  • 2.5% above England average
  • 2.1% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 135 care homes with fees listed.
£1,352 per week
  • 0.9% above England average
  • 0.5% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 81 care homes with fees listed.
£1,637 per week
  • 4.2% above England average
  • 5.2% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 55 care homes with fees listed.
£1,616 per week
  • 1.9% above England average
  • 2.5% above UK average

How many care homes are there in East Sussex?

There are 353 Care Homes in East Sussex, including 95 Nursing Homes & 258 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in East Sussex have the highest Review Score?

Place Farm House, Ponbay Lodge & Parris Lawn are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in East Sussex.

Which care homes in East Sussex offer Nursing Care?

Parris Lawn, Dean Wood Care Home & Abbots Wood Manor Care Home are some of the 89 Nursing Homes in East Sussex.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in East Sussex?

There are 169 care homes offering Dementia Care in East Sussex including Ponbay Lodge, Parris Lawn & Abbots Wood Manor Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in East Sussex?

Respite Care is offered by 239 care homes in East Sussex including Place Farm House, Ponbay Lodge & Parris Lawn.

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

There are 227 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 27 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in East Sussex 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 East Sussex include Abbots Wood Manor Care Home, Beechwood Grove & Place Farm House.