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  • Avg. Review Score 9.4
  • Total 16,703 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,354 per week
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Silversprings
Tenpenny Hill, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JG
9.9161 Reviews
Care UK
Silversprings
"The care my mother in law receives at Silver Springs is nothing but amazing. The team ensure her needs are met (as they do with all the..."Read all 161 reviews

from £1,575 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Silversprings care home in Thorrington, Essex, is encompassed by stunning landscaped gardens. The kind and compassionate team at the home delivers personalised care services, including residential, nursing,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Ashlar House Care Home
St Margaret's Hospital, The Plain, Epping CM16 6TY
9.9173 Reviews
Barchester Ashlar House Care Home
Barchester Ashlar House Care Home
"We never cease to be impressed with Ashlar House! Always clean, well maintained, with a truly warm atmosphere where involvement in..."Read all 173 reviews

from £1,900 / week44 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

A beautifully refurbished home, Ashlar House makes the most of pleasant grounds in the beautiful Epping Forest and a stunning interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Boars Tye House
20 Boars Tye Road, Silver End, Witham CM8 3QA
9.980 Reviews
Boars Tye House
Boars Tye House
"The staff are amazing, they are patient, kind and caring to all the residents. The home has activities which they try to involve all the..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,400 / week27 Rooms

Boars Tye House is a welcoming residential care home set in a peaceful rural location, offering a safe, comfortable, and homely environment for older adults. The home provides person-centred care tailored... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Crowstone House
Crowstone Avenue, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 8HT
9.991 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Crowstone House
"my mother spent 4yrs at Crowstone House and whilst she was a resident the care and tenderness she received was impeccable. She was so well..."Read all 91 reviews

from £1,300 / week54 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Crowstone House, which was rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC in January 2018, is situated on the sea front at Westcliff-on-Sea, the view from the main lounge overlooks the Thames Estuary and whether a beautiful... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Hallmark Admiral Court
Manchester Drive, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 3HP
9.9136 Reviews
Hallmark Luxury Care Homes
Hallmark Admiral Court
"All the team at Admiral Court are FABULOUS and they went out of their way to make my Mum's 90th birthday celebrations super special! We..."Read all 136 reviews

from £2,150 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Hallmark Luxury Care Homes

Situated in a leafy residential area, Hallmark Admiral Court is a place where residents thrive. Offering a variety of award-winning care services—from residential to dementia, nursing, and respite care—residents... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Beauleigh Court
6-9 Marine Parade, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2NA
9.932 Reviews
Sanders Senior Living
Beauleigh Court
"Beauleigh Court has offered me everything I would wish for now I can no longer run my own home. With the plus of encouraging me to do..."Read all 32 reviews

from £1,850 / week53 Rooms

Group/Owner Sanders Senior Living

Beauleigh Court is a new luxury care home in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. The home offers 52 ensuite bedrooms. The home opened in March 2025. It offers exceptional facilities that are designed to enhance the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Woodbury Court
Tavistock Road, Laindon, Basildon SS15 5QQ
9.9145 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Woodbury Court
"My dad has been at Woodbury Court for 6 months now and the whole process of settling my dad in was made so much easier by the wonderful..."Read all 145 reviews

from £1,300 / week94 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

As you enter into Woodbury Court it seems very quiet and peaceful but as you move along the corridors and meet the residents and staff the home comes alive. Staff pride themselves on activity-based care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
The Corner House
67/69 Wash Lane, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1DB
9.9149 Reviews
The Corner House
The Corner House
"My Sil has only been here just over a week. I moved her from another care home. Already she seems more animated and mobile. I love that..."Read all 149 reviews

from £1,250 / week57 Rooms

Group/Owner Care Fulfilment Ltd

The Corner House Residential Care Home is a warm, welcoming 55?bed home set within beautiful landscaped gardens and just a short walk from the Clacton?on?Sea seafront, offering residents both tranquillity... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Honey Lane Care Home
Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey EN9 3BA
9.989 Reviews
Honey Lane Care Home
Honey Lane Care Home
"This care home is fabulous, I can't fault them. My friend has been a resident at Honey Lane for approx. 8 months now and has settled in..."Read all 89 reviews

from £1,550 / week41 Rooms

Group/Owner Carebase

Honey Lane Care Home provides award-winning, residential care for individuals living with dementia. The home supports those aged under and over 65, including residents with a diagnosis of early-onset... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Colne View
Dame Mary Walk, Colchester Road, Halstead CO9 2FF
9.9179 Reviews
Care UK
Colne View
"Friendly, welcoming, clean, tidy, lots of things for the residents to participate in. Good backup with information on the residents. Good..."Read all 179 reviews

from £1,780 / week70 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Colne View is a recently refurbished, luxury, purpose-built care home offering a range of high-quality services, including residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent and respite basis. They... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
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Manor Lodge
Manor Road, Chelmsford CM2 0EP
9.9166 Reviews
Care UK
Manor Lodge
"My Dad has been at Manor Lodge for 5 weeks now following a fall at home. My dad needed to have 24/7 monitoring as he kept forgetting his..."Read all 166 reviews

from £1,824 / week120 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Manor Lodge is a CQC ‘Outstanding’ (January 2025) and welcoming care home in Chelmsford that delivers permanent and respite nursing, residential and dementia care. Known as a ‘home for life’, the team... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Chalkwell Grange
64 Leigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 1LF
9.947 Reviews
Sanders Senior Living
Chalkwell Grange
"My mum was made to feel welcome from her very first day at Chalkwell Grange. She initially went for respite, following several falls at..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,450 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Sanders Senior Living

Chalkwell Grange is a 48 bedded residential care home located in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea. All rooms offer en suite facilities to promote dignity and peace of mind for all residents. The experienced... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Stafford Hall Residential Care Home
138/140 Thundersley Park Road, Benfleet SS7 1EN
9.978 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Stafford Hall Residential Care Home
"Finding the right care home for a loved one is never easy, but Stafford Hall has exceeded our expectations. It feels much more like a home..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,350 / week40 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Stafford Hall Residential Care Home has exceptional decking and paved areas so that you can sit and enjoy the day. Although some rooms are doubles these can changed to large premium rooms for single occupancy.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Riverdale Care Home
65 Duggers Lane, Braintree CM7 1BA
9.8102 Reviews
Riverdale Care Home
Riverdale Care Home
"I am finding it difficult to put into words how grateful I am we chose Riverdale Care Home for our mother. She was part of the Riverdale..."Read all 102 reviews

from £1,750 / week40 Rooms

Group/Owner Westgate Healthcare Ltd

Riverdale Care Home is where first-class care meets luxury living. This 40-bed exceptional care home provides outstanding residential, nursing, respite and dementia care in a beautiful purpose-built setting,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Weavers Grange
Sudbury Road, Halstead CO9 2BB
9.888 Reviews
Stow Healthcare Group
Weavers Grange
"My husband moved into Weavers Grange in March 2026, originally for respite, but now is staying permanently. He has settled in and is very..."Read all 88 reviews

from £850 / week63 Rooms

Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Choosing a care home is an important decision, and families often say they feel confident from their very first visit to Weavers Grange. Surrounded by two acres of gardens and mature cedar trees, the... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Excelcare Stanley Wilson Lodge
Four Acres, Saffron Walden CB11 3JE
9.874 Reviews
Excelcare
Excelcare Stanley Wilson Lodge
"Stanley Wilson Lodge provided excellent care for mum from the day she arrived. The staff at the desk, admin, cleaners, carers and activity..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,800 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Stanley Wilson Lodge is a purpose-built 75 bedded home with en-suite facilities offering high-quality nursing, residential and dementia care. All services are built around each resident’s individual... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Millard House
364 Church Street, Bocking, Braintree CM7 5LL
9.884 Reviews
Millard House
Millard House
"Mum came to Millard for six weeks respite in February 2026. She is now a permanent resident. As a family, we cannot thank all members of..."Read all 84 reviews

from £1,250 / week43 Rooms

Group/Owner Care Fulfilment Ltd

Millard House is a friendly and caring family run home for older people in Bocking, Braintree. They are proud to be a Gold Standards Accredited Purpose Built Care Home with a CQC 'Good' Rating (July 2018). Millard... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Lambwood Heights Care Home
244 Lambourne Road, Chigwell IG7 6HX
9.8112 Reviews
Lambwood Heights Care Home
Lambwood Heights Care Home
"I would like to thank Lambwood Heights for the excellent care that my dad recieved during his two week Physio stay. After a fall dad has..."Read all 112 reviews

from £1,650 / week73 Rooms

Group/Owner Oakland Care

Oakland Care's award-winning Lambwood Heights Care Home is a luxury, purpose-built care home offering the highest quality residential, nursing, memory and respite care focused on you and your loved ones.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Read House
23 The Esplanade, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 9AU
9.840 Reviews
Read House
Read House
"Our mother, aged 89, was admitted to Read House following weeks in hospital. As soon as she arrived through the door, the general manager..."Read all 40 reviews

from £1,450 / week46 Rooms

Group/Owner Memory Lane Care Homes Ltd

Read House is a Residential Care Home caring for all kinds of residents, making the most of a modern and purpose-built interior. Situated on the seafront at Frinton on Sea, overlooking the greensward,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
The New Deanery
Deanery Hill, Bocking, Braintree CM7 5SR
9.8121 Reviews
Gold Care Homes
The New Deanery
"The facilities, grounds and rooms are first class, as are the varied activities. The staff, however are what really places The New Deanery..."Read all 121 reviews

from £1,500 / week93 Rooms

Group/Owner Gold Care Homes

The New Deanery is a 93-bedroom care home set in glorious six-acre grounds, situated in Braintree. The home provides a safe and secure “home from home” environment. With an award-winning Chef and Activities... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Kingsclere Court
14 Fairview Drive, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0NY
9.816 Reviews
Kingsclere Court
"The team organised a great bbq and party today . The singer was excellent and the residents all appeared to really enjoy the afternoon...."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,400 / week37 Rooms

Welcome to Kingsclere Court, your future of luxury care in the heart of Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. The distinguished care home is thoughtfully designed to provide residential, respite and memory... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Brentwood Care Centre
Larchwood Gardens, Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood CM15 9NG
9.8198 Reviews
RCH Care Homes Ltd
Brentwood Care Centre
"Thank you for everything Just a fantastic place. Nothing is too much trouble Will miss you all...."Read all 198 reviews

from £1,562 / week112 Rooms

Group/Owner RCH Care Homes Ltd

Welcome to Brentwood Care Centre, where Nursing, Residential, and Residential Dementia care is delivered with compassion and a person-centred approach. The dedicated team of nurses, carers, and support... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Woodland Grove
Rectory Lane, Loughton IG10 3RU
9.8132 Reviews
Woodland Grove
Woodland Grove
"My Dad stayed for 4 weeks respite care to improve his mobility, better control blood sugar, and for comfort and peace of mind while my..."Read all 132 reviews

from £1,930 / week72 Rooms

Group/Owner Oakland Care

Woodland Grove is a modern, purpose-built care home providing high-quality residential, nursing, dementia, and short-term respite care in a comfortable and welcoming setting. The home features 72 spacious... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Excelcare Lime Court
Lime Avenue, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 4DE
9.897 Reviews
Excelcare
Excelcare Lime Court
"This wonderful establishment deserves not 9.8 but a 10 !! My mother in law has been at Lime Court since Feb 2026 and I have nothing but..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,175 / week44 Rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Lime Court is a 44-bed care home, including four double rooms, spread over two floors, with lift access and five separate themed lounges. The home specialises in dementia and care for elderly people,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
The Lodge
Lodge Road, Maldon CM9 6HW
9.831 Reviews
SDM Care Homes Ltd
The Lodge
"Heartfelt thanks to the staff at this home. My husband suffers from a number of mental health challenges and it was very hard to relinquish..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,250 / week25 Rooms

Group/Owner SDM Care Homes Ltd

Nestled in the heart of Maldon, Essex, The Lodge stands as a beacon of exceptional care in a picturesque, semi-rural setting. The Grade II listed building, brimming with historic charm and original features,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Moulsham Home
116/117 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford CM2 0JN
9.867 Reviews
Moulsham Home
Moulsham Home
"I was very impressed by the decor, and the staff were friendly and very helpful. They even looked after me...."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,700 / week37 Rooms

Moulsham Home has an ideal location for those wishing to maintain an active lifestyle, with many amenities within walking distance. The home caters for 23 residents and has an excellent trading history... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Kathryn Court
84 Ness Road, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9DH
9.882 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Kathryn Court
"Management and staff are brilliant. They care about their residents and families. It is good that they have the same facilities on each..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,300 / week52 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Kathryn Court is a comfortable and friendly care home in the heart of Shoeburyness, Essex. This 52-bed Runwood Homes facility provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Haven Lodge
Reckitt Close, Holland Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6PG
9.848 Reviews
Care UK
Haven Lodge
"When visiting my friend, Sue (Activities organiser) brought the singer and the staff in the room for my friend and it made her day. Lots of..."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,999 / week46 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Based in a quiet cul-de-sac in Clacton-on-Sea, Haven Lodge care home brings residents beautiful sea views and high-quality care. The light and spacious home provides nursing and dementia care on a permanent... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Park View
Kings Chase, Witham CM8 1AX
9.8157 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Park View
"My wife, who has Alzheimers Dementia, moved into Park View last November. My daughters and I viewed many Care Homes', but, from the first..."Read all 157 reviews

from £1,550 / week87 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Park View is situated in Witham and many of the rooms overlook the parklands. Yet, Parkview’s unique location is such that the heart of the town is a short walk away, giving both peaceful location and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Longview
Little Gypps Road, Canvey Island SS8 9HG
9.8124 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Longview
"I was lucky enough that Longview accepted my mum who has Lewy Body Dementia, and my sister who has Downs Syndrome. I was really worried..."Read all 124 reviews

from £1,370 / week70 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Longview Care Home, located in Canvey Island, Essex, is a welcoming 70-bed residence providing residential, dementia, and short-term respite care. Committed to delivering personalised support tailored... Read more

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Essex Care Homes

Care Home costs in Essex

Average care home costs in Essex 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 245 care homes with fees listed in Essex.

Type of Care ProvidedEssexEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,351£1,305£1,310
Residential Dementia Care£1,372£1,334£1,339
Nursing Care£1,645£1,565£1,552
Nursing Dementia Care£1,559£1,580£1,571
All Care Types£1,354£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 Essex Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 240 care homes with fees listed.
£1,351 per week
  • 3.5% above England average
  • 3.1% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 176 care homes with fees listed.
£1,372 per week
  • 2.8% above England average
  • 2.5% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 64 care homes with fees listed.
£1,645 per week
  • 5.1% above England average
  • 6.0% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 36 care homes with fees listed.
£1,559 per week
  • 1.3% below England average
  • 0.8% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Essex?

There are 490 Care Homes in Essex, including 98 Nursing Homes & 392 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Essex have the highest Review Score?

Wensley House, Glendale & Old Shenfield Place are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in Essex.

Which care homes in Essex offer Nursing Care?

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Essex?

There are 264 care homes offering Dementia Care in Essex including Wensley House, Glendale & Old Shenfield Place.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Essex?

Respite Care is offered by 317 care homes in Essex including Wensley House, Glendale & Old Shenfield Place.

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

There are 299 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 27 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in Essex 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 Essex include Aran Lodge, Ardtully Retirement Residence, Cherry Wood Grange Care Home, Eastham, Firstlings & The Lodge.