Care Home costs in East-England

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

How many care homes are there in East-England?

There are 1,510 Care Homes in East-England, including 379 Nursing Homes & 1,131 Residential Care Homes.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in East-England?

There are 894 care homes offering Dementia Care in East-England including Alderwood Care Home, Wensley House & Old Shenfield Place.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in East-England?

Respite Care is offered by 1,053 care homes in East-England including Alderwood Care Home, Wensley House & Old Shenfield Place.

Care Homes in East of England

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Avg. Starting Price £1,371 per week

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Alderwood Care Home

39 Essex Hall Road, Colchester CO1 1ZP

10107 Reviews

16 2

"Our father has complex needs, and the journey to finding the right care for him has been an incredibly challenging and emotional time for..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,995 / weekSize 65 rooms

Group/Owner Carebase

Alderwood Care Home provides award-winning, person-centred residential, nursing and dementia care from a skilled and passionate team. Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission* (CQC), it is... Read more

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Wensley House

Bell Common, Epping CM16 4DL

1093 Reviews

9 1

"My family has been looking for a care home that suits all our requirements for our elderly mother who has severe dementia. As soon as we..."Read all 93 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 48 rooms

Tucked away, in a secluded forest surrounding, Wensley House is located just a stone’s throw from the charming town centre of Epping. All en-suite (some also with wet rooms) personalised rooms, a modern... Read more

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Old Shenfield Place

2 Hall Lane, Shenfield, Brentwood CM15 9AB

1083 Reviews

17 2

"A wonderful care home. The staff were so kind and looked after Mum so well while I was away, I had such peace of mind that she was in safe..."Read all 83 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Premium Care Group

Old Shenfield Place is a lovingly renovated seventeenth-century building situated close to local amenities and public transport. Registered for thirty-one older people, the home is equipped to support... Read more

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The Gables

1 East Park Street, Chatteris PE16 6LA

1087 Reviews

14 2

"An excellent care home. Caring, patient, very helpful and understanding. Food is absolutely fantastic. A birthday cake is always..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 49 rooms

Group/Owner Black Swan Care Group

The Gables care home is situated in the market town of Chatteris, 24 miles from Cambridge, 20 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Huntingdon. The team provide short-term, respite and longer... Read more

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New Meppershall Care Home

79 Shefford Road, Meppershall, Shefford SG17 5LL

10141 Reviews

"I looked at a lot of carehomes before placing my father in Meppershall. This place is amazing, after me not being able to care for my dad..."Read all 141 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 81 rooms

Group/Owner Pressbeau Ltd

At New Meppershall, they combine modern facilities and practices with traditional family values to provide your family with the best care, love and support possible. New Meppershall care home came... Read more

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Eastham

Main Road, Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 8RF

10105 Reviews

22 3

"I am a florist and delivered to many residential + dementia care home - I have never been to a home as lovely as this home and are so happy..."Read all 105 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 25 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Nestled atop a picturesque hill in Woodham Ferrers, Eastham Care Home offers breathtaking views of the Essex countryside. This historic gem, built in 1890 as a Vicarage, has been transformed into a haven... Read more

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Meadow House Nursing Home

Norwich Road, Swaffham PE37 8DD

10145 Reviews

13 1

"Residents are always well cared for. The staff are always friendly and chatty, not only to those they care for but also to the residents..."Read all 145 reviews

from £1,850 / weekSize 38 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Meadow House offers dedicated care for people with a physical disability, specialising in care for people with multiple sclerosis. This purpose built, single storey Home opened in 1989 and has built up... Read more

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Ardtully Retirement Residence

Station Lane, Ingatestone CM4 0BL

10104 Reviews

40 2

"My mother-in-law lived independently into her nineties, but the point came where her needs, including but not limited to dementia,..."Read all 104 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 26 rooms

Group/Owner Premium Care Group

Ardtully Retirement Residence is a charming care home located in the picturesque town of Ingatestone. With a capacity of 22 beds, this residence caters to individuals over the age of 65, providing a warm... Read more

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Village Green Care Home

Bedford Road, Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 0ND

1074 Reviews

"I am really impressed with this facility. Patients room and bedding etc. are kept very clean as is the whole area. Staff are incredibly..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Pressbeau Ltd

Village Green is a true community care home that has provided specialist Residential, Nursing and Dementia care in Marston Moretaine and the surrounding villages for many years. The team aims to create... Read more

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Engelhard Lodge Care Home

Paul Engelhard Way, Cawston, Norwich NR10 4FB

1072 Reviews

"My wife and I were so fortunate to have found Engelhard Lodge for my sister. She moved in some four years ago after suffering from dementia..."Read all 72 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 36 rooms

Engelhard Lodge Care Home offers residential care in the village of Cawston, only around 11 miles from Norwich. It is a 4 award winning Home. The home has 36 bedrooms, each with en suite facilities.... Read more

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Excelcare Etheldred House

Clay Street, Histon, Cambridge CB24 9EY

10146 Reviews

26 1

"My wife is well looked after in the care home with good carers and management. I have no worries at all about my wife's care and needs! The..."Read all 146 reviews

from £1,735 / weekSize 85 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Etheldred House is a purpose-built care home, providing nursing and residential person-centred care to adults aged 65+ including those living with dementia. The care home, which offers long term and... Read more

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Foxholes Care Home

Foxholes, Pirton Road, Hitchin SG5 2EN

1098 Reviews

34 3

"I was so relieved when I found Foxholes. I was finding the thought of Dad going into care upsetting and after lots of research and care..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,535 / weekSize 110 rooms

Group/Owner Foxholes Nursing Home Ltd

Foxholes Care Home is a comfortable and spacious care home located in scenic surroundings. It offers a wide range of care expertise that includes long-term residential care with rooms for couples to live... Read more

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Prince Michael of Kent Court

Stratford Road, Watford WD17 4DH

1095 Reviews

19 1

"I have nothing but praise for Prince Michael of Kent Court. My Mum has lived there for 2 1/2 years now, and from the very first day, I felt..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,465 / weekSize 55 rooms

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

Prince Michael of Kent Court is a purpose-built facility located close to the town centre in Watford. The Home has assistive technology to help engage and entertain residents. A specialist reminiscence... Read more

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Excelcare Hunters Down Care Home

Hartford Road, Huntingdon PE29 1XL

1084 Reviews

22 1

"Perfect atmosphere and very friendly staff. Immaculately clean and well presented. Excellent and caring staff. Perfect home from home...."Read all 84 reviews

from £1,475 / weekSize 102 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Hunters Down is a purpose-built care home, providing nursing and residential person-centred care to adults aged 65 and over including those living with dementia. The home is situated in Huntingdon and... Read more

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The Lodge

82 Kirby Road, Walton on the Naze CO14 8RJ

1063 Reviews

15 1

"We have been very impressed with all aspects of The Lodge. The staff are kind and attentive, the activities are frequent and varied and the..."Read all 63 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 36 rooms

Group/Owner Black Swan Care Group

The Lodge provides short term respite care and longer term support for up to 36 Residents, including support for people living with a dementia. There are 18 bedrooms on the ground floor and 18 on... Read more

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Welwyn Grange

Broadwater Road, Welwyn Garden City AL7 3EG

1033 Reviews

42 2

"My mother received end of life care from the wonderful staff who allowed us as a family to be with her until the end . This turned out to..."Read all 33 reviews

from £1,692 / weekSize 104 rooms

Group/Owner Ardale

Welwyn Grange is a family-owned home in Welwyn Garden City that challenges common expectations of what a residential home with nursing care feels like. The home supports individuals living with long-term... Read more

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Cherry Hinton Care Home

369 Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge CB1 8DB

10182 Reviews

16 1

"This review is of the care my mother received in July/August 2026, but it is applicable to her entire stay at Cherry Hinton. Mum was so..."Read all 182 reviews

from £1,700 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner TLC Care Ltd

Cherry Hinton Care Home is a warm and welcoming home in Cambridge offering expert nursing, dementia and residential care in a thoughtfully designed and recently refurbished setting. An experienced and... Read more

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Excelcare Buchan House Care Home

Buchan Street, Kings Hedges, Cambridge CB4 2XL

1076 Reviews

19 1

"I highly recommend Buchan House Care Home. Dad moved into Buchan House nearly a year ago and we are so pleased with the move. The care..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Buchan House is a care home providing person-centred care for adults aged 65+, including those living with dementia and those with nursing needs. Situated close to the King Hedges area, north of Cambridge... Read more

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Regency Manor Care Home

Manor Road, Hunstanton PE36 5AY

1022 Reviews

14 1

"I'm really happy here. The staff really care and will talk about anything I need to. All I need to do is press my button and someone would..."Read all 22 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 73 rooms

Group/Owner Acacia Care

Regency Manor care home is a 73 bed purpose-built residential care home based in the community of Hunstanton, Norfolk. The spacious interiors and homely decorations complement the work of professional... Read more

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Eversley Lodge Nursing Home

95-96 North Denes Road, Great Yarmouth NR30 4LW

1030 Reviews

"What a beautiful Nursing home, beautiful staff beautiful residents, always entertaining by parties + BBQ, raffles. Throughly enjoy..."Read all 30 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Eversley Lodge is a luxurious care home in Great Yarmouth. It is close to the peaceful North Beach and historic Waterways. The home has been purpose-built to provide a warm, family environment with... Read more

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Bramley Court Care Home

Chivers Way, Histon, Cambridge CB24 9AH

1087 Reviews

18 2

"Following knee replacement surgery I was seeking a safe environment to start my recuperation. I found that environment at Bramley Court and..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,900 / weekSize 72 rooms

Group/Owner Carebase

Bramley Court Care Home is an award-winning, established Cambridgeshire care home providing high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care. In June 2023, it maintained its ‘Outstanding’ rating with... Read more

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Henbrook House Care Home

Cambridge Street, St Neots PE19 1QB

1053 Reviews

49 1

"My mum moved to Henbrook in January 2025. We have been extremely happy with the home. The standard of care is high, particularly for those..."Read all 53 reviews

from £1,860 / weekSize 69 rooms

Group/Owner Connaught Care Group

Henbrook House Care Home, where luxury, inclusivity, and warmth converge to create a truly exceptional living experience for residents. Nestled in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, Henbrook House offers the... Read more

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Grove Court

Beech Way, Woodbridge IP12 4BW

10102 Reviews

15 1

"Having been in a failing care home, my brother moved to G C in September 2025. On arrival he was made to feel so special, Kelly was there..."Read all 102 reviews

from £1,995 / weekSize 61 rooms

Group/Owner Elizabeth Finn Homes Ltd

Grove Court is a vibrant care home in the heart of Woodbridge, offering residential, nursing and palliative care as well as respite and short stay options, in a setting that feels like family. With 60... Read more

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Snowdrop House

Baldock Street, Ware SG12 9DT

10128 Reviews

38 2

"Mum's stay was relatively short 6 weeks and 3 days. To be honest we were worried about mum going into a nursing home after years of caring..."Read all 128 reviews

from £2,010 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Snowdrop House in Ware delivers a full range of care services for older people, including residential, dementia and nursing care and respite services. The purpose-built home combines high-quality, personalised... Read more

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Weald Hall Care Home

Weald Hall Lane, Thornwood, Epping CM16 6ND

9.9109 Reviews

29 2

"The palliative care we received for my mum in the last 5 weeks of her life was second to none. Weald Hall made my mum's last day of her..."Read all 109 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 39 rooms

Group/Owner Premium Care Group

Weald Hall Care Home in Epping is a beautifully renovated home that offers a picturesque view of North Weald Airfield. The care home is known for its bustling social calendar, providing residents... Read more

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Excelcare St Georges Court

Russell Street, Cambridge CB2 1HT

9.9104 Reviews

24 1

"I visited a friend of the family who has recently moved into this home and having no previous experience in care homes I was so pleased to..."Read all 104 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 76 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

St Georges Court is a 76 bedded care home providing person-centred care for adults aged 65+, including those living with Dementia and those with nursing needs. Situated just off of Hills Road, the... Read more

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Burford House Care Home

Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth WD3 5SQ

9.969 Reviews

36 3

"Burford House staff & management took the greatest - kindest - and most professional care of my sister during her time there. My worries..."Read all 69 reviews

from £1,950 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Westgate Healthcare Ltd

Burford House Care Home, the latest luxury addition to Westgate Healthcare, opened its doors in September 2022, offering first-class residential, nursing, palliative and respite care to accommodate 46... Read more

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Excelcare St Fillans Care Home

St Fillan Road, Colchester CO4 0PT

9.993 Reviews

13 1

"Choosing a care home for Mum was one of the hardest decisions we've had to make, but St Fillans has given us complete peace of mind. The..."Read all 93 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 71 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Nestled in a quiet residential area of St John’s, near Colchester in Essex, beautiful St Fillans Care Home provides a variety of long-term and respite care, including residential, residential dementia,... Read more

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Davers Court

Shakers Lane, Bury St Edmunds IP32 7BN

9.9145 Reviews

34 2

"It's almost 2 years of my Mum living in Davers court. I feel I need to write another review to express my sincere thanks to the whole Team..."Read all 145 reviews

from £1,846 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Davers Court care home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, is a modern, purpose-built facility that provides residential, dementia and short-term respite care for older people in beautiful surroundings. The... Read more

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Belmont Lodge Care Centre

392/396 Fencepiece Road, Chigwell IG7 5DY

9.9124 Reviews

12 1

"Staff are very polite and always check in on my dad and ask if he is okay or is in need of anything, i notice all patients get the same..."Read all 124 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Forest Healthcare

Welcome to Belmont Lodge Care Centre in Chigwell, Essex. Situated at the heart of a thriving community, Belmont Lodge offers 24-hour care for those over the age of 65. The home's highly-trained carers... Read more

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Frequently Asked Questions about East of England Care Homes

Care Home costs in East of England

Average care home costs in East of England 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 854 care homes with fees listed in East of England.

Type of Care Provided	East of England	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,366	£1,311	£1,316
Residential Dementia Care	£1,399	£1,344	£1,350
Nursing Care	£1,615	£1,578	£1,563
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,586	£1,598	£1,590
All Care Types	£1,371	£1,322	£1,329

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 of England Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 828 care homes with fees listed.

£1,366 per week

4.2% above England average
3.8% above UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 627 care homes with fees listed.

£1,399 per week

4.1% above England average
3.6% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 253 care homes with fees listed.

£1,615 per week

2.3% above England average
3.3% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 179 care homes with fees listed.

£1,586 per week

0.8% below England average
0.3% below UK average

How many care homes are there in East of England?

There are 1,510 Care Homes in East of England, including 379 Nursing Homes & 1,131 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in East of England have the highest Review Score?

Alderwood Care Home, Wensley House & Old Shenfield Place are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in East of England.

Which care homes in East of England offer Nursing Care?

Alderwood Care Home, New Meppershall Care Home & Meadow House Nursing Home are some of the 340 Nursing Homes in East of England.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in East of England?

There are 894 care homes offering Dementia Care in East of England including Alderwood Care Home, Wensley House & Old Shenfield Place.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in East of England?

Respite Care is offered by 1,053 care homes in East of England including Alderwood Care Home, Wensley House & Old Shenfield Place.

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

There are 994 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 102 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in East of England 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 of England include Aran Lodge, Ardtully Retirement Residence, Bramley Court Care Home, Cherry Hinton Care Home, Cherry Wood Grange Care Home, Cooperscroft, Coronation House, The Depperhaugh Nursing Home, Eastham, Engelhard Lodge Care Home, Excelcare Buchan House Care Home, Firstlings, Foxholes Care Home, The Gables, Henbrook House Care Home, The Lodge, Meadow House Nursing Home, New Meppershall Care Home, Prince Michael of Kent Court & Village Green Care Home.