Care Homes for Older People in and around Polstead Heath

Q: How many older person care homes are there in Polstead-Heath?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Polstead-Heath.

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Browse 30 Polstead Heath Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.5
Total 2,162 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,385 per week

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Alderwood Care Home

39 Essex Hall Road, Colchester CO1 1ZP

8.8 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

10107 Reviews

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"Alderwood provides excellent care for my mother. She is always well dressed, and in good spirit whenever I come to see her. Alderwood..."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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Excelcare St Fillans Care Home

St Fillan Road, Colchester CO4 0PT

8.7 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.993 Reviews

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"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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Silver Birch Care Home

3 Europa Way, Ipswich IP1 5DL

9.3 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.959 Reviews

16 1

"During my stay at Silver Birch for rest recovery and nursing care after my operation the staff were friendly helpful and efficient..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,700 / weekSize 75 rooms

Group/Owner Alysia Caring Group

Silver Birch Care Home provides residential, dementia, respite and nursing care in a luxurious and beautiful setting. Staff are hand picked and fully trained to provide care with empathy and respect.... Read more

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Nayland House

Bear Street, Nayland, Colchester CO6 4LA

4.1 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.994 Reviews

"We are totally happy with this care home where my father resides. It is always very clean and the staff are very friendly and so helpful...."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 54 rooms

Group/Owner Birchstone Care

Nayland House residents enjoy a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, with exceptional care in beautiful surroundings. Located in the picturesque historic village of Nayland, near Colchester, the care... Read more

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Asterbury Place

76 Aster Road, Ipswich IP2 0NR

9.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.969 Reviews

16 3

"My father was in Asterbury Place for nearly 12 months before passing. The team on his section, in particular Nikki made a real difference..."Read all 69 reviews

from £1,818 / weekSize 80 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Asterbury Place in Ipswich is an ‘Outstanding’-rated care home (April 2019) dedicated to delivering the best care while ensuring residents get the most out of each day. The skilled team provides residential,... Read more

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Park View Care Home

1 Chantry Close, Ipswich IP2 0QR

9.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.9197 Reviews

32 1

"Although my holiday was postponed my father decided he still wanted to stay on respite. From the moment he arrived to the moment he left I..."Read all 197 reviews

from £1,645 / weekSize 69 rooms

Group/Owner First Care Homes Group

Park View, part of First Care Homes is an attractive modern, purpose-built care home, providing residential, nursing and dementia care for up to 61 elderly people. Close to local transport and amenities,... Read more

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Mistley Manor

2 Long Road, Mistley, Manningtree CO11 2HN

8.8 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.877 Reviews

22 1

"My mum recently stayed for a 10-day respite stay, and she thoroughly enjoyed herself. She was extremely well looked after, and nothing was..."Read all 77 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 84 rooms

Group/Owner Stour Valley Care Group

Mistley Manor is a luxury residential care environment, tailoring services to suit quality of life within a tranquil and rural setting. Versatile packages can include long-term care and respite, with... Read more

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Barchester Woodland View Care Home

Long View, 216 Turner Road, Colchester CO4 5JR

8.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.8126 Reviews

12 2

"A comfortable and welcoming care home with most helpful assistants. The outings one goes on are always most enjoyable and well looked after..."Read all 126 reviews

from £1,800 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Colchester Care Home is a 2015 addition to this skilled and highly-respected provider's portfolio. A purpose-built environment with many homely qualities and en-suite bedrooms can be tailored... Read more

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Tall Trees

Oaks Place, Mile End Road, Colchester CO4 5XR

8.3 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.883 Reviews

25 3

"My mum has only been a resident for a week but she has already changed in as much as in the last care home she spent most of her time in..."Read all 83 reviews

from £1,916 / weekSize 48 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

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Hazeldell

Elton Park, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich IP2 0DG

9.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.880 Reviews

18 1

"My father is very happy at Hazeldell. He has struggled with getting older and losing some mental and physical ability. The staff at..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Hazeldell is situated off a private road on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home is on one and a half acres of land and offers residents spacious accommodation. At Hazeldell staff aim to assist each... Read more

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Milton Lodge

288-290 Ipswich Road, Colchester CO4 0ES

8.5 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.852 Reviews

12 1

"All the staff were amazing during a very difficult time. The emotional strength and calmness helped tremendously, this was felt anytime,..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,484 / weekSize 35 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

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Colonia Court Care Home

St Andrews Avenue, Colchester CO4 3AN

9.3 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.7108 Reviews

"My mother was admitted to Paxman House, Colonia Court (CC) Care Home, from Colchester Hospital in December 2025, and discharged home in..."Read all 108 reviews

from £1,115 / weekSize 123 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

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St Joseph's

The Croft, Sudbury CO10 1HR

7.9 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.788 Reviews

12 2

"As a volunteer for The Reader, a national shared reading charity, I have been presenting a weekly poetry reading session at St Joseph's for..."Read all 88 reviews

from £1,552 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

St Joseph's in Sudbury is a caring home that supports up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle with residential care, and also offers care for those living with dementia. The home is located... Read more

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Hadleigh Nursing Home

1 Friars Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6DF

2.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.761 Reviews

"My father has been a resident at this care home for nearly two years. Sadly, he has Alzheimer's disease, and before finding this home we..."Read all 61 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 54 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Hadleigh nursing care home is a charming 19th-century property set in landscaped gardens with excellent views across rolling Suffolk countryside. The beautiful home, situated on the edge of the historic... Read more

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Blackbrook House

Gun Hill, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6HP

5.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.7106 Reviews

12 2

"My husband has settled into this care Home with relative ease. Being blind he obviously finds many of the activities not applicable but he..."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,432 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Blackbrook House in Dedham is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Essex-Suffolk border. The home provides residential and dementia care for up to 55 residents in comfortable ensuite... Read more

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Melford Court

Hall Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9JA

8.9 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.793 Reviews

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"I wouldn't put my dad anywhere else. Smiling and helpful staff always around and chatting to dad and taking care of his needs . Nice..."Read all 93 reviews

from £950 / weekSize 52 rooms

Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Rated Good by the CQC (May 2026), Melford Court is a residential and nursing care home occupying a Grade II listed house on Hall Street in Long Melford, one of the finest high streets in Suffolk, lined... Read more

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Horkesley Manor

Nayland Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester CO6 4ET

6.8 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.6105 Reviews

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"I cannot speak highly enough of Horkesley Manor and would recommend it to anyone who has to make the traumatic decision to put themselves..."Read all 105 reviews

from £830 / weekSize 73 rooms

Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Horkesley Manor is a residential, nursing and dementia care home set in a substantially renovated manor house in the Essex countryside, at the end of a long drive in the village of Great Horkesley just... Read more

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Catchpole Court Nursing Home

Walnut Tree Lane, Sudbury CO10 1BD

7.9 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.657 Reviews

"After moving from another care home due to closing down Mum and Dad were a little uncertain at first. But the staff were very good, and..."Read all 57 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Catchpole Court NursingHome in Sudbury, Suffolk offers nursing, dementia, residential and respite care in a welcoming home. Situated next to shops, a train station and a lake, the care home has a team... Read more

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Mellish House Residential Home

20a Kings Hill, Great Cornard, Sudbury CO10 0EH

7.1 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.681 Reviews

14 1

"My Mum was admitted to Mellish House for some respite care recently. I found the environment to be pleasant and the activities for the..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,386 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner Caring Homes Group

Mellish House is located in the village of Great Cornard, near Sudbury, close to the town's shops and cafes. Providing residential dementia care for up to 48 elderly residents including trial stays, respite... Read more

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The Haven

84 Harwich Road, Colchester CO4 3BS

9.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.567 Reviews

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"I visit my wife daily, where possible. On arriving always treated with utmost respect, smiling hello, as when I depart. Go by taxi 11..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

The Haven is a national and regional award-winning care home registered for 32 occupants. The Haven is known for its modern-day approach in Dementia Care using innovations and technology to enhance... Read more

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Laxfield House

Cundys Lane, Brent Eleigh, Sudbury CO10 9PL

5.7 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.423 Reviews

"My aunt stayed in Laxfield House from January 2022 until November 2024. The atmosphere at Laxfield was warm and friendly and my aunt was..."Read all 23 reviews

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Laxfield House has built up an excellent reputation for residential and nursing care over many years, organising high-quality care provision to suit individual needs. The Home has a unique charm of... Read more

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Canterbury House

Gallows Hill, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6JQ

2.4 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.464 Reviews

12 2

"Canterbury House is a Lovely place with high standards of care, and very friendly staff who really care about the residents. There's..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,535 / weekSize 61 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Canterbury House in Hadleigh is a purpose-built care home, providing quality care within a comfortable and relaxing environment. It continues to welcome new residents for residential and residential dementia... Read more

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Magdalen House Care Home

Magdalen Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 5AD

2.3 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.147 Reviews

"I just wanted to say how amazing the management and staff are at Magdalen House. It was my son's 50th birthday and they went above and..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Allegra Care

Magdalen House Care Home opened in 2012 and is located in Hadleigh, Ipswich. The home provides residents with independent living with access fully furnished rooms and a small kitchenette. Magdalen... Read more

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Waterfield House

Grays Close, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6AG

3.1 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

8.964 Reviews

13 1

"My mother was treated with dignity and respect from the moment she was welcomed into Waterfield House. The manager and her team were very..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 76 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Waterfield House is a modern, well-established care home situated in the market town of Hadleigh. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, the bright and spacious residence offers professional care for a range... Read more

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Chilton Croft Nursing Home

Newton Road, Sudbury CO10 2RN

7.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

9.358 Reviews

"Placing my dad in a carehome was an admittance of faliure on my part. But short lived. The quality of care is outstanding. The kindness and..."Read all 58 reviews

Size 32 rooms

Group/Owner South Coast Care Homes Ltd

Chilton Croft Nursing Home, in Sudbury, welcomes a wide range of skilled care packages, with carers trained in modern techniques and with a separate EMI unit enabling them to make the most of their professionalism. Book... Read more

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Elton Park Care Home

Elton Park, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich IP2 0DG

9.2 miles from centre of Polstead Heath

8.143 Reviews

"We as a family could not have wished for better care for our father. The staff were friendly. Always had time to speak to our father. The..."Read all 43 reviews

from £950 / weekSize 35 rooms

Group/Owner South Coast Care Homes Ltd

Elton Park Residential Home is a high quality care service set in the peace and tranquillity of a private road in Ipswich. They aim to provide an excellent standard of care, based on the individual needs... Read more