How many care homes are there in Downham-Essex?

There are 30 Care Homes in Downham-Essex, including 5 Nursing Homes & 25 Residential Care Homes.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Downham-Essex?

There are 18 care homes offering Dementia Care in Downham-Essex including Eastham, Ardtully Retirement Residence & Eve Belle.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Downham-Essex?

Respite Care is offered by 22 care homes in Downham-Essex including Eastham, Ardtully Retirement Residence & Eve Belle.

Which care homes in Downham-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 Downham-Essex include Ardtully Retirement Residence & Eastham.

Care Homes in and around Downham (Essex)

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Browse 30 Downham (Essex) Care Homes

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Total 1,437 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,493 per week

Eastham

Main Road, Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 8RF

4.8 miles from centre of Downham

10104 Reviews

22 3

"I have spent the past six months visiting Eastham and having been in alot of care homes over the years, visiting relatives, I can honestly..."Read all 104 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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Ardtully Retirement Residence

Station Lane, Ingatestone CM4 0BL

5.3 miles from centre of Downham

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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Eve Belle

Nevendon Road, Wickford SS12 0QQ

2.2 miles from centre of Downham

9.942 Reviews

19 1

"I recently had the pleasure of visiting Eve Belle care home and I was extremely impressed by the high standards of care, proffessionalism..."Read all 42 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 58 rooms

Group/Owner Sanders Senior Living

Eve Belle is a beautiful luxury care home in Wickford, set less than a mile from the picturesque Nevendon Park. Offering 58 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, the home has been thoughtfully designed... Read more

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Woodbury Court

Tavistock Road, Laindon, Basildon SS15 5QQ

5.1 miles from centre of Downham

9.9147 Reviews

13 1

"My beloved, who has vascular dementia, was given a placement at Woodbury Court for a 12 week respite period after my stroke in March 2025...."Read all 147 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 94 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

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Hallmark Anisha Grange

Outwood Common Road, Billericay CM11 2LE

2.5 miles from centre of Downham

9.7100 Reviews

"I would like to congratulate the home for taking care of his and keeping us fed after the lightening strike. The lower score for activities..."Read all 100 reviews

from £1,990 / weekSize 74 rooms

Group/Owner Hallmark Luxury Care Homes

Located in the heart of Billericay, Hallmark Anisha Grange is a place where residents thrive. The 74-bed luxury care home provides award-winning dementia, residential, nursing and respite care. As... Read more

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Barchester Pinetree Care Home

Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh SS6 9XH

4.8 miles from centre of Downham

9.748 Reviews

57 1

"my mum has been treated and looked after excellently. She feels like she has been on holiday. The staff could not of done anymore for her...."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,583 / weekSize 60 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

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Windle Court

The Withywindle, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 7BR

4.6 miles from centre of Downham

9.793 Reviews

17 1

"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 93 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 76 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

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Chelmsford Care Centre

East Hanningfield Road, Howe Green, Chelmsford CM2 7TP

4.6 miles from centre of Downham

9.645 Reviews

14 1

"My Mother in law has been in Chelmsford Care home for must be 2 years approximately, and in that time have found the the staff very kind..."Read all 45 reviews

from £1,860 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Trust Care Management Ltd

Chelmsford Care Centre provides person-centred residential and nursing care in a home situated in Howe Green, Chelmsford. The team offer care for a wide range of requirements including (but not limited... Read more

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The Grange

69 Southend Road, Wickford SS11 8DX

2.2 miles from centre of Downham

9.562 Reviews

13 1

"The Grange is a very friendly and caring home where my sister Christine is very happy. She receives good interaction with the staff and..."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 43 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

The Grange is a beautiful Home situated in Wickford. Just 1 mile from Silvanna Court, where the Alzheimer’s Society hold their meetings to support families and all are welcome. The home offers comfort... Read more

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The Laurels

130/134 Church End Lane, Runwell, Wickford SS11 7DP

1.6 miles from centre of Downham

9.461 Reviews

"It's a hard part in life when you are looking to put a loved one into care. At the laurels this transition was made a lot easier. All the..."Read all 61 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 32 rooms

Having just undergone complete refurbishment throughout, the Laurels offers first-class single bedroom accommodation over just two floors, served by a passenger lift. It enjoys a family atmosphere, combining... Read more

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Silvanna Court

84 Runwell Road, Wickford SS11 7HR

2 miles from centre of Downham

9.3131 Reviews

13 1

"Keith has got a very comfortable large dual aspect room. All the staff are pleasant and caring. If you have any concerns they are very..."Read all 131 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 83 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Silvanna Court provides a calm and friendly atmosphere, with activities designed to stimulate, amuse and entertain all of those who are cared for. Refurbished in 2023, the home provides expert care along... Read more

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Gifford House Care Home

London Road, Bowers Gifford, Basildon SS13 2EY

5.2 miles from centre of Downham

9.2104 Reviews

"I have had a very nice experience which I wasnt expecting as I had a previous care home for my dad which wasnt so good. I have been..."Read all 104 reviews

Size 102 rooms

Group/Owner A M S Care Ltd

Gifford house is a luxury care home providing accommodation for frail older people along with specialist nursing, palliative and dementia care. The home is able to care for one hundred and two clients... Read more

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Brook Lodge

Ghyllgrove, Basildon SS14 2LA

4.1 miles from centre of Downham

9.218 Reviews

10 3

"Brook Lodge is a beautiful care home. The setting is modern, clean but most of all it is homely and comfortable. The main lounge space..."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,607 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Brook Lodge is a welcoming care home in Basildon, providing 24-hour residential and dementia care, alongside flexible respite stays and compassionate end-of-life support. The home is supported by an... Read more

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Mundy House Care Home

Church Road, Basildon SS14 2EY

4.2 miles from centre of Downham

9.9261 Reviews

10 1

"I was devastated that my father had to go into a care home, but mundy House has showed me there are some good homes in fact Mundy House is..."Read all 261 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 66 rooms

Mundy House care home in Basildon, Essex offers a welcoming home for care home residents needing support. Caring, qualified staff ensure care home residents receive high quality care. Residents... Read more

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The Belfry Residential Care Home

Dowsetts Lane, Ramsden Heath, Billericay CM11 1HX

0.9 miles from centre of Downham

9.729 Reviews

"We could not have been happier with the care my father received in The Belfry. He was only there for six months before his passing in..."Read all 29 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 12 rooms

The Belfry is a long established quality care home which is family run and managed. The Manager is a qualified nurse with over 20 years' experience. The Belfry will provide a safe, homely and caring... Read more

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Chelmsford Manor Care Home

636-642 Galleywood Road, Chelmsford CM2 8BY

5 miles from centre of Downham

Opening Oct 2026

from £1,700 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Lovett Care Ltd

Located in the heart of Chelmsford, Chelmsford Manor is a beautifully designed, purpose-built care home offering residential, general nursing, residential dementia and respite care in exceptional surroundings. Whether... Read more