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  • Avg. Review Score 9.4
  • Total 16,703 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,354 per week
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Moat House Care Home
Moat Park Retirement Village, Great Easton, Great Dunmow CM6 2DL
9.837 Reviews
Country Court
Moat House Care Home
"Mum was apprehensive about going into a care home but has been shown nothing but kindness at Moat House. My sisters and I visit quite..."Read all 37 reviews

from £1,500 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Country Court

Nestled within the Moat Park Retirement Village in Great Easton near Great Dunmow, Essex, Moat House Care Home has undergone a comprehensive transformation. Alongside its sixty bedrooms, the home features... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Alexandra House
Hamstel Road, Harlow CM20 1BU
9.8108 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Alexandra House
"My mum Lillian has been a resident at Alexandra House Care Home for the past three years. She has complex care needs following a stroke and..."Read all 108 reviews

from £1,480 / week106 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Alexandra House is situated in lovely grounds and next to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow. This spacious home provides care for older people, older people with dementia and nursing care. All... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Lyons Court Residential Care Home
Canvey Walk, North Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6LB
9.862 Reviews
Sanctuary Care Ltd
Lyons Court Residential Care Home
"I took my dad to see one of the residents at lyons court he felt so welcome by staff and manager he enjoyed talking to his friend and all..."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,504 / week26 Rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

Lyons Court is a beautiful home, with the main lounge area set in a converted timbered barn, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the stunning gardens. With just 26 bedrooms and a team of staff... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
Larchwood Care Home
108 Broad Road, Braintree CM7 9RX
9.8111 Reviews
HC-One
Larchwood Care Home
"I have been 100% happy with the care my father has received from day 1. The welcome we got and information given made us feel confident he..."Read all 111 reviews

from £1,489 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Larchwood Care Home, tucked away in a quiet, rural location just outside Braintree in Essex, provides personalised residential dementia care to older people. Offering a welcoming setting, the purpose-built... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Mountfitchet House
Coltsfield, Stansted Mountfitchet CM24 8LH
9.895 Reviews
Care UK
Mountfitchet House
"Our collective and positive experience of this wonderful place is consistently enhanced by the excellent staff at Mountfitchet House. Their..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,899 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Mountfitchet House is a purpose-built care home set within the Essex countryside. The skilled team deliver residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as respite and sensitive end of life care. Residents... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barchester Paternoster House Care Home
Paternoster Hill, Waltham Abbey EN9 3JY
9.8109 Reviews
Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Barchester Paternoster House Care Home
"We had a celebration for my Mums birthday, all the staff go that one step further to make it a day to remember. Its all done with smiles &..."Read all 109 reviews

from £1,377 / week94 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

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

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St Dominics Residential Home
London Road, Kelvedon, Colchester CO5 9AP
9.857 Reviews
St Dominics Residential Home
St Dominics Residential Home
"I cannot speak highly enough of St Dominics and the incredible team who cared for my Nan. From the very beginning, they treated her with..."Read all 57 reviews

from £1,450 / week60 Rooms

St Dominics is nestled in the tranquil village of Kelvedon is set in landscaped gardens overlooking mature trees. The home is easily accessible from the A12 road link and is close to the mainline train... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
St Mary's Court Care Home
Deanery Hill, Bocking, Braintree CM7 5SR
9.8101 Reviews
Gold Care Homes
St Mary's Court Care Home
"Care home is spotlessly clean and the staff go that extra mile to look after everyone. Staff are so patient and willing to help. The garden..."Read all 101 reviews

from £1,600 / week90 Rooms

Group/Owner Gold Care Homes

St Mary's Court is a 90-bedroom care home situated on a gated 8 acres of picturesque greenery in Braintree. With an award-winning chef and activity coordinator, each resident experiences exceptional dining... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St George's Nursing Home Witham
18-20 Avenue Road, Witham CM8 2DT
9.854 Reviews
St George's Nursing Home Witham
St George's Nursing Home Witham
"Dad came to St George's for end-of-life care from hospital. We found the staff to be informative on entry and were shown around the homes..."Read all 54 reviews

from £1,400 / week40 Rooms

Group/Owner Outlook Care

St George's Witham Nursing Home is situated in Witham and is ideally located for the nearby railway station and bus services. Care is provided for those looking for nursing care, residential care and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Hutton Village Care Home
Hutton Village, Hutton, Brentwood CM13 1RX
9.873 Reviews
Bupa Care Homes
Hutton Village Care Home
"My dad was only in Hutton Village for his final month but we could not have wished for better care for him. Every member of staff we met..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,415 / week40 Rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Hutton Village has well trained, experienced staff who strive to provide a high standard of residential and nursing care, convalescence, palliative care and respite. Round the clock care and support are... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
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Whittingham House
Whittingham Avenue, Southend-on-Sea SS2 4RH
9.841 Reviews
Strathmore Care
Whittingham House
"The staff and management team are really really amazing. They all know everyone's name from family to residents and who your related to...."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,172 / week70 Rooms

Group/Owner Strathmore Care

Whittingham House care home is located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea. Residents in its care include those with dementia. Clients who come to Whittingham House can benefit greatly from staying... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Blenheim House
39/41 Kirby Road, Walton on the Naze CO14 8QT
9.7104 Reviews
Regal Care Trading Ltd
Blenheim House
"Lovely friendly environment Dad is very well looked after and is happy to be here Staff are amazing and the home is well looked af..."Read all 104 reviews

from £1,300 / week57 Rooms

Group/Owner Regal Care Trading Ltd

Blenheim House is an innovative care home with 54 luxury bedrooms, a private landscaped garden, a selection of lounges and physiotherapy facilities. Residents being cared for at Blenheim House have... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Brenalwood
Hall Lane, Walton on the Naze CO14 8HN
9.763 Reviews
Regal Care Trading Ltd
Brenalwood
"All staff at Brenalwood were welcoming, kind and caring. Dad was very happy here and even suggested that we come and live here as well. He..."Read all 63 reviews

from £1,200 / week38 Rooms

Group/Owner Regal Care Trading Ltd

Brenalwood is a purpose-built residential home, situated close to the sea and shops and accommodates 36 residents on two floors. An eight-person passenger lift is available for residents on the first... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Excelcare Okeley Care Home
Corporation Road, Chelmsford CM1 2AR
9.7181 Reviews
Excelcare
Excelcare Okeley Care Home
"Very happy with the care given to my grandfather all his needs met and veryhappy he is near the garden so he can enjoy the gardens and..."Read all 181 reviews

from £1,550 / week84 Rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Okeley Care Centre is an 84 bed purpose-built care home in Chelmsford, Essex. Situated over three floors, permanent accommodation and respite rooms are provided for service users over the age of 65. Dementia... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Milton Lodge
288-290 Ipswich Road, Colchester CO4 0ES
9.750 Reviews
Sohal Healthcare Ltd
Milton Lodge
"Mum has now been at Milton Lodge for 2 years. The staff have always been very friendly and have a very caring and positive attitude. Mum..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,300 / week35 Rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Milton Lodge is located in the heart of the historic town of Colchester. The home provides a homely atmosphere and is run by an experienced care team. The main philosophy at Milton Lodge is to provide... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Peverel Green Care Home
Wickham Bishops Road, Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford CM3 2JL
9.729 Reviews
Gold Care Homes
Peverel Green Care Home
"PG is a wonderful nursing home with loving caring professional staff. From the moment you walk in, it's welcoming warm friendly staff make..."Read all 29 reviews

from £1,800 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Gold Care Homes

Nestled in the picturesque area of Essex, Peverel Green Care Home is a brand-new purpose-built home that accommodates up to 60 residents in spacious private bedrooms, all equipped with en-suite wet room... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Excelcare Ashlyn Care Home
Vicarage Wood, Harlow CM20 3HD
9.779 Reviews
Excelcare
Excelcare Ashlyn Care Home
"My mother has the best care. If any problems I would go to the head. My mother eat well and can eat me under the table. Mum is always clean..."Read all 79 reviews

from £1,300 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Ashlyn Care Home is a friendly and relaxed place for elderly people to live. It is registered for residential and dementia care. It encourages residents and visiting families and friends to be fully... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Humfrey Lodge
Rochelle Close, Thaxted, Great Dunmow CM6 2PX
9.782 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Humfrey Lodge
"I was pleasantly surprised by the level of care and friendly way it was delivered. The care is the most important issue in a care home..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,400 / week49 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Humfrey Lodge is set in a rural village location of Thaxted and this quaint village setting has the advantage nearby shops and amenities. It is very much part of the local community. Change is always... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Stanway Green Lodge
Stanway Green, Colchester CO3 0RA
9.773 Reviews
Stanway Green Lodge
Stanway Green Lodge
"My dad has been a resident since mid January after his wife of 40 years passed away. My dad was grieving and not used to being alone, the..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,250 / week30 Rooms

This long-established, family-run care home features 30 en-suite rooms and has been committed to providing dementia and residential care for three decades, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere for its... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Braintree Mews Care Home - Avery Collection
Church Lane, Braintree CM7 5SE
9.744 Reviews
Braintree Mews Care Home - Avery Collection
Braintree Mews Care Home - Avery Collection
"My mum has been at Braintree Mews since November 2024 and settled in quickly. The staff are always friendly and welcoming each time I..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,250 / week75 Rooms

Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Braintree Mews Care Home is ideally located just a 15-minute walk from the town centre, and offers top-notch dementia, residential and respite care. The team meticulously assess the unique needs of... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Windle Court
The Withywindle, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 7BR
9.792 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Windle Court
"Was invited to play bingo and burger. It was a great success, lots of fun and laughs. Food was great. Well done to all the staff i..."Read all 92 reviews

from £1,500 / week76 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Windle Court is located in a quiet residential area of South Woodham Ferrers. Once inside this purpose built home the conservatory offers the views of the raised flower beds, whilst most of the rooms... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Admirals Reach Care Home
Ridgewell Avenue, Chelmsford CM1 2GA
9.7387 Reviews
HC-One
Admirals Reach Care Home
"The occupational therapist gave some really good advice for my mums condition + working together with care staff, nurses & myself Mum's..."Read all 387 reviews

from £1,383 / week158 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Nestled within the quiet surroundings of Chelmsford, Admirals Reach care home offers personalised residential, nursing, residential dementia and nursing dementia care to older people. The professional... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Lawns Care Home
Lawn Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 7JB
9.760 Reviews
Bupa Care Homes
The Lawns Care Home
"My precious Nan was a resident at The Lawns Nursing Home for only a short time before we sadly lost her last month, but the care and..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,350 / week52 Rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Nestled in a quiet residential spot not far from the centre of Chelmsford, the home welcomes anyone in need of nursing, residential, convalescence, respite and palliative care. They also offer support... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Greenwood Court Great Baddow
Molrams Lane, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7TL
9.7149 Reviews
Greenwood Court Great Baddow
Greenwood Court Great Baddow
"Mum was in Greenwood Court for respite following a broken hip. She was well cared for and the facilities were generally excellent. The only..."Read all 149 reviews

from £1,700 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Country Court

Greenwood Court Care Home is a purpose-built luxurious home for up to 64 residents. The home is conveniently located south-east of Chelmsford, close to the A12 and local train stations. The highly trained... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Tall Trees
Oaks Place, Mile End Road, Colchester CO4 5XR
9.778 Reviews
Care UK
Tall Trees
"I am extremely happy with the care my partner receives at Tall Trees, the staff are kind caring and always treat her with dignity and..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,799 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The skilled team at Tall Trees care home provides high-quality respite, nursing and dementia care, as well as compassionate end of life care. Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex, this comfortable,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Kingsgate Care Home
22/24 Carnarvon Road, Kingsgate Care Home, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 6QF
9.735 Reviews
Kingsgate Care Home
Kingsgate Care Home
"Amazing care home and care team, my mum was placed here a couple years ago and couldn't fault the care she has had and continues to get..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,400 / week43 Rooms

Kingsgate Care Home is a refurbished 43 bedded Nursing Home for adults 18+. Kingsgate Care Home offers respite, day care, palliative, physically disabled, dementia and mental health care. The three-story... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Cedars Care Home
14 Sweyne Avenue, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6FQ
9.773 Reviews
Cedars Care Home
Cedars Care Home
"Cedars looked after both my parents in their later years and they could not have received better care and attention. All the carers made..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,350 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Care Concern Group Ltd

Cedars Care Home provides first-class care in picturesque Southend-on-Sea. This modern, purpose-built home offers exceptional long-term and respite care for the elderly, and those living with dementia-related... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Leatherland Lodge
Darenth Lane, South Ockendon RM15 5LS
9.7100 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Leatherland Lodge
"Initially I was quite concerned about my sister in law going into a Care Home as it happened very quickly. My concerns were soon overcome..."Read all 100 reviews

from £1,200 / week48 Rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Leatherland Lodge has been purpose-built to provide effective residential and dementia care in a property that is ideal as both a social and living environment. There are forty-eight places available... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Colonia Court Care Home
St Andrews Avenue, Colchester CO4 3AN
9.7106 Reviews
Bupa Care Homes
Colonia Court Care Home
"I have nothing but good to say about Mumford House. The love, care and respect each and every one of the staff show my Mum is just..."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,115 / week123 Rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Colonia Court offers nursing, residential and dementia care, as well as having a dedicated unit for people living with Huntington’s disease. It can also offer a space for people to rest, relax and recover... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Pinetree Care Home
Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh SS6 9XH
9.742 Reviews
Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Barchester Pinetree Care Home
"We are so impressed with Pinetree care home, the office staff are courteous and approachable and the carers are just wonderful. In fact the..."Read all 42 reviews

from £1,583 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Pinetree Care Home is a stunning purpose-built care home located in Rayleigh, Essex which has been beautifully designed to provide first class residential, respite and dementia care. All Barchester... 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.