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Care Homes in South East England

Q: Care Home costs in South-East-England

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

Q: How many care homes are there in South-East-England?

There are 2,633 Care Homes in South-East-England, including 854 Nursing Homes & 1,779 Residential Care Homes.

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

There are 1,425 care homes offering Dementia Care in South-East-England including Summerlands, Mornington Court & Merriman Grange Care Home.

Q: Which care homes offer Respite Care in South-East-England?

Respite Care is offered by 1,769 care homes in South-East-England including Summerlands, Mornington Court & Merriman Grange Care Home.

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Browse 2,631 South East England Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.4
Total 90,065 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,468 per week

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1093 Reviews

24 2

"I have been at Summerland since 2021 and came here as my sister was here and I had been very impressed with her care and the general..."Read all 93 reviews

from £1,200 / week30 Rooms

Summerlands is situated in pleasant surroundings, while being a short walk from village amenities, allowing residents to pursue an active and fulfilling lifestyle as much as they wish. All rooms are... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1049 Reviews

16 1

"We could not be happier with our experience of Mornington Court so far. My recently widowed mother has been warmly welcomed into this..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,750 / week57 Rooms

Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Mornington Court Care Home in New Milton is part of the award-winning Cinnamon Care Collection, and is proud to have been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home in the South East Region, in the carehome.co.uk... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Merriman Grange Care Home Award Certificate

1031 Reviews

19 1

"Merriman Grange is a fantastic care home.My mother became a resident there in February 2026 after having had a fall and unable to continue..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,825 / week81 Rooms

Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Merriman Grange Care Home in Worthing is part of the award-winning Cinnamon Care Collection, and is proud to have been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home in the South East Region, in the carehome.co.uk... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1020 Reviews

35 1

"I have been incredibly impressed with Haddenham Park. They took wonderful care of a close friend at the end of his life. All the staff at..."Read all 20 reviews

from £1,750 / week81 Rooms

Group/Owner Majesticare

Recently opened in Autumn 2025, Haddenham Park is a brand new, state-of-the-art luxury care home and retirement apartment community in the heart of Buckinghamshire. It offers both exceptional care and... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

10180 Reviews

25 1

"Mum first moved to Kingfishers for respite care but has since become a permanent resident. From our initial enquiry through to the time she..."Read all 180 reviews

from £1,473 / week62 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Kingfishers care home is situated in New Milton only a few miles from the New Forest and the cliff top and beach at Barton-On-Sea. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music,... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Nursing Care
Residential Care

1082 Reviews

13 2

"Mum is very happy and settled. Considered this her home from day 1 and loves the staff. This gives me the peace of mind to know she is..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,595 / week28 Rooms

Group/Owner A Better Care

Breton Court is set in an idyllic residential location in the village of St Michaels, just minutes away from the beautiful town of Tenterden. A truly dedicated team provide residential care, day care... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care

Merryfield House Nursing Home Award Certificate

10119 Reviews

14 2

"We are from the United States and this facility is better and more compassionate than anything I have encountered in twenty years of social..."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,585 / week24 Rooms

Group/Owner Peverel Court Care

Located in a beautiful 1922 Cotswold stone manor house, Merryfield House Nursing Home is set in tranquil gardens on the outskirts of Witney market town. Formerly the home of a ‘Witney Blanket’ family,... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Dementia Nursing Care

10125 Reviews

22 1

"Belmore Lodge is a wonderful & caring place for residents. My father is treated with dignity & kindness at all times. Staff are fantastic..."Read all 125 reviews

from £1,411 / week56 Rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Purpose-built in an 'arts and crafts' style, Belmore Lodge occupies a stately position close to the historic market town of Lymington, which nestles between the beautiful south coast and the wonderful... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Nursing Care
Residential Care

Kingsbury Court Care Home Award Certificate

10107 Reviews

"Absolutely amazing Care received for my mother. Sadly, she passed away and can only say we received exceptional care and Compassion during..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,660 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Kingsbury Court Care Home is a 2015 addition to the Maria Mallaband care home range, purpose-designed to offer three separate floors for residential, nursing and dementia care practice. All floors... 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

1064 Reviews

12 1

"My sister has settled in really well at Woodlands Care Home. She is being extremely well cared for by the very kind, caring staff...."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,700 / week35 Rooms

Group/Owner Forest Healthcare

Welcome to Woodlands Park Care Centre in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. Located just outside the quiet village of Great Missenden, the team provide expert care for people living with dementia in 24-hour... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care

Olney Meadows Nursing Home Award Certificate

1036 Reviews

"Mum came here from another care home which did not suit her and I cannot believe the difference Olney Meadows has made to her health. She..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,500 / week67 Rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Olney Meadows Nursing Home is a new luxury care home in the town of Olney offering residential care, nursing care and specialist dementia care. The care home has 66 beautiful bedrooms and spacious... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Wellington Vale Care Home Award Certificate

10173 Reviews

17 2

"Until the time comes when you have to make the decision to move your loved one into residential care, I don't think anyone can comprehend..."Read all 173 reviews

from £1,750 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Wellington Vale is a purpose-built luxury care home set on the leafy borders of Denmead and Waterlooville. The home provides expert nursing, residential, dementia and short-stay care in elegant, welcoming... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Abbotswood Court Care Home Award Certificate

10127 Reviews

21 3

"My mother has just spent 3 weeks convalescing at Abbotswood following a brief stay in hospital. I cannot praise the staff & home enough for..."Read all 127 reviews

from £1,900 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Abbotswood Court, part of the award-winning Cinnamon Care Collection, are proud to have been recognised in the carehome.co.uk Awards as a Top 20 Care Home, South East 2026. It offers a warm, supportive... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1021 Reviews

"My mother stayed at Merceode Lodge for 2 weeks. All the staff worked very hard to please her and were very friendly. Caroline is an amazing..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,550 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Merceode Lodge offers a modern approach to care, where every resident is recognised as an individual and supported to live life in a way that suits them best. Located on Hythe Road in Southampton,... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

10148 Reviews

16 1

"Having just attended the Warren Lodge annual Summer Garden Party, themed this year as America Day Community Picnic, I have come away once..."Read all 148 reviews

from £1,600 / week55 Rooms

Group/Owner Forest Healthcare

Welcome to Warren Lodge Care Centre in Wokingham, Berkshire. Set amid the stunning Royal Berkshire countryside, the recently renovated home offers 24-hour care for those over the age of 65, and the team... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

1077 Reviews

12 1

"My mother's been in the car home for the past three years here The commitment from staff and everyone at the care home is absolutely..."Read all 77 reviews

from £1,810 / week68 Rooms

Group/Owner MHA

Located in the heart of Carterton, near the scenic Cotswolds, MHA The Homestead offers a bright, modern environment where residents can truly thrive. Built in 2008, the spacious home provides residential... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1023 Reviews

22 1

"On Saturday, I went to visit my grandma, and I was so happy to see how much she is enjoying living there. Knowing she is receiving such..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,850 / week88 Rooms

Aston Manor is a special new care home nestled in the grassy outskirts of Aylesbury, designed to provide residential, nursing, dementia, respite and day care within a warm and welcoming setting. With... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

St David's Nursing Home Award Certificate

1071 Reviews

13 1

"The whole staff at St David's are kind, responsive and caring. My wife has been a resident now for almost 3 years and my family feel so..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,950 / week39 Rooms

Group/Owner Ascot Residential Homes Ltd

St David's Nursing Home focuses on a service of quality care and personal dignity, overseen by experienced care workers and set in beautiful grounds. The provider has maintained the site to a high... Read more

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

Templeton Place Care Home Award Certificate

1026 Reviews

16 1

"What a lovely place, my dad stayed at Templeton Place, Southampton for just over two weeks. He was recovering from major surgery and could..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,550 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Hamberley Care Homes

Now open and welcoming its first residents, Templeton Place in Southampton offers exceptional care, within a luxury environment. Templeton Place is part of the multi award-winning Hamberley Care Homes... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

1026 Reviews

"From the moment of entering the home I felt very comfortable and at ease. The staff were extremly welcoming and treated everyone with the..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,575 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Bradshaw Lodge in Bognor Regis is a care home created to offer comfort, connection, and exceptional quality of life. This 66-bed home combines professional care with the relaxed charm of the coast.... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

10133 Reviews

21 2

"Absolutely outstanding care at Hill Brow Nursing Home. All the staff are so caring and understanding of all needs, including the relatives...."Read all 133 reviews

from £1,595 / week32 Rooms

Group/Owner Woodlands & Hillbrow Ltd

Hill Brow is a purpose-designed 30-bed family owned and run care home, which is rated Outstanding by CQC (April 2022). Friendly trained carers contribute towards a homely and happy atmosphere in which... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1095 Reviews

12 1

"Amazing support provided to Mum, during her 10 weeks stay at Abbey Chase in a temporary step-down bed following hospital discharge. Every..."Read all 95 reviews

64 Rooms

Group/Owner CHD Living Ltd

Situated on the banks of the River Abbey, Abbey Chase Nursing Home is a 20th-century country-house setting that offers residential and nursing care. A true nature-lover's paradise, Abbey Chase is located... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

1090 Reviews

17 1

"Very good experience. Made welcome every visit. Staff efficient but extremely kind and caring. Resident needs put first and their..."Read all 90 reviews

from £1,350 / week23 Rooms

Group/Owner Place Farm House Residential Home Ltd

Place Farm House is situated in the quaint village of Patcham, 3 miles from the centre of Brighton. It prides itself on family-run, high-quality care and has built up a strong reputation in the community... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
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Residential Care

10123 Reviews

29 1

"From the beginning of my husband's stay at the Burlington nearly 6 years ago, we as a family felt completely happy with his care. We felt..."Read all 123 reviews

from £1,700 / week78 Rooms

Group/Owner Boutique Care Homes

At The Burlington, they believe in quality care. Care so good it’s unexpected. Situated in the peaceful town of Shepperton, Surrey, their care home is designed with modern sophistication and traditional... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1084 Reviews

30 1

"I cannot fault the Nursing Home. Since my husband has been in the home he has received excellent care from all the staff who have been..."Read all 84 reviews

from £1,600 / week27 Rooms

Group/Owner Alpha Care Healthcare Group

Leighton House understands that choosing a care home is a significant decision for any family. The priority at the home is to provide skilled nursing care and specialist dementia support within a comfortable... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care
Learning Disability Care
Dementia Nursing Care

1019 Reviews

35 2

"Very well received by the staff at the respite centre. Very polite and eager to assist you. Left you wanting for nothing. An excellent..."Read all 19 reviews

from £1,595 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The Wickets is a brand-new, purpose-built care home in Southampton, providing high-quality, tailored care in luxurious surroundings. The dedicated team provide residential, nursing and specialist dementia... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care

10101 Reviews

5 3

"A lovely care home, with super staff who cared for my mother-in-law during the last few months. Very attentive team and there is always..."Read all 101 reviews

from £1,600 / week53 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Located in the village of Denham, Denham Manor provides round the clock residential, dementia and nursing care on a permanent and respite basis. Set in a beautiful old manor house overlooking the stunning... Read more

Older Person Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

1042 Reviews

22 1

"Everyone is friendly and helpful always a joy to visit with my mum at Moor House. She loves the activities and food! and the caring and..."Read all 42 reviews

from £1,250 / week25 Rooms

Residential care home Moor House, nestled in the charming Staines-upon-Thames, offers spacious and comfortable living for all its residents. The experienced management and their enthusiastic staff... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

1064 Reviews

500 1

"As a daughter, choosing the right care home for my dad was one of the most important and emotional decisions I've ever made, and I can..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,100 / week18 Rooms

Group/Owner D & L Care Homes Ltd

Elmfield House Care Home is a MULTI AWARD WINNING Care Home located in the picturesque village of Bisley, near Woking, Surrey. It is a family owned residential care home which caters for the needs of... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

1024 Reviews

29 2

"Moving my mother from her previous care home to Yarnley House is one of the best decisions we have made. I just wish we had done it sooner...."Read all 24 reviews

from £1,500 / week72 Rooms

Yarnley House Care Home is situated in Crow village, close to Ringwood and within the New Forest National Park and is easily accessible for those living in Hampshire and Dorset and is a brand-new purpose... Read more

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Dementia Residential Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

South East England

Frequently Asked Questions about South East England Care Homes

Care Home costs in South East England

Average care home costs in South East 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 1,465 care homes with fees listed in South East England.

Type of Care Provided	South East England	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,464	£1,304	£1,308
Residential Dementia Care	£1,492	£1,333	£1,338
Nursing Care	£1,716	£1,564	£1,549
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,716	£1,578	£1,567
All Care Types	£1,468	£1,315	£1,321

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 South East England Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 1,353 care homes with fees listed

£1,464 per week

12.3% above England average
11.9% above UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 1,045 care homes with fees listed

£1,492 per week

11.9% above England average
11.5% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 608 care homes with fees listed

£1,716 per week

9.7% above England average
10.8% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 434 care homes with fees listed

£1,716 per week

8.7% above England average
9.5% above UK average

How many care homes are there in South East England?

There are 2,633 Care Homes in South East England, including 854 Nursing Homes & 1,779 Residential Care Homes.

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

Summerlands, Mornington Court & Merriman Grange Care Home are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in South East England.

Which care homes in South East England offer Nursing Care?

Haddenham Park Care Home and Apartments, Kingfishers & Merryfield House Nursing Home are some of the 778 Nursing Homes in South East England.

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

There are 1,425 care homes offering Dementia Care in South East England including Summerlands, Mornington Court & Merriman Grange Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in South East England?

Respite Care is offered by 1,769 care homes in South East England including Summerlands, Mornington Court & Merriman Grange Care Home.

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

There are 1,683 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 151 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in South East 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 South East England include Abbots Wood Manor Care Home, Abbotswood Court Care Home, Beechwood Grove, Breton Court, The Burlington, Denham Manor, Excelcare Neath House, The Homestead, Kingsbury Court Care Home, Merriman Grange Care Home, Merryfield House Nursing Home, Mornington Court, Olney Meadows Nursing Home, Place Farm House, St David's Nursing Home, Summerlands, Templeton Place Care Home, Warren Lodge, Wellington Grange & Wellington Vale Care Home.