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  • Avg. Review Score 8.9
  • Total 836 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,130 per week
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The DurhamGate
Durham Gate, Spennymoor DL16 6GF
4.9 miles from centre of Durham
The DurhamGate Award Certificate9.840 Reviews
Care UK
The DurhamGate Award Certificate
The DurhamGate
"Was a difficult choice of which care home to place my 91 year old mam in. Delighted to say we made the right choice at Durham Gate. From..."Read all 40 reviews

from £1,394 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The DurhamGate in Spennymoor offers permanent residential care, dementia support, short-term respite services and palliative care. Professional staff provide continuous assistance tailored to individual... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home
Front Street, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5BL
1.5 miles from centre of Durham
9.856 Reviews
St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home
St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home
"From the very first interaction of the home visit the staff have been outstanding, the level of care for my stepdad has been second to..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,067 / weekSize 62 rooms

St Aidan Lodge residential care home is an independently owned and operated care home providing high-quality care to those requiring residential or residential dementia care. The home is purpose built... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
St Margaret's Care Home
St Margarets Garth, Crossgate, Durham DH1 4DS
0.3 miles from centre of Durham
9.7104 Reviews
HC-One
St Margaret's Care Home
"The staff were amazing from our first phone call to our last. They were all helpful, caring, nothing was a problem. They made the family..."Read all 104 reviews

from £1,287 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Overlooking Durham Cathedral and Castle, St Margaret’s Care Home offers personalised residential, nursing and residential dementia care to older people. From the lovely en-suite bedrooms and hair... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Melbury Court Care Home
Old Dryburn Way, Durham DH1 5SE
0.9 miles from centre of Durham
9.7147 Reviews
HC-One
Melbury Court Care Home
"i found all the staff very friendly and helpfull. there care was really good and made sure he was always comfortable. Not only was the care..."Read all 147 reviews

from £1,286 / weekSize 88 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Melbury Court care home, situated in the historic town of Durham, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, residential and nursing care. The lovely home offers... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home
Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham DH7 8SH
2.7 miles from centre of Durham
9.696 Reviews
Sanctuary Care Ltd
Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home
"As result of a stroke and the development of dementia my wife has been in the care home for 4plus years. She is unable to talk, walk,feed..."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,182 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With staff who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Rushfields has a warm, family feel. Some of the staff are extremely long-serving, having been with the home for over 10 years.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Kingsway Nursing Home
Kingsway, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9TB
4 miles from centre of Durham
9.331 Reviews
Advinia Healthcare Ltd
Kingsway Nursing Home
"My mum has been resident for nearly 2 years now and whenever I visit or do video calls with her through my younger sister my mum is always..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,295 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Advinia Healthcare Ltd

Award-winning Kingsway Nursing Home is a purpose-built care home with attractive landscaped gardens, set in the lovely village of Langley Park, 5 miles west of Durham city centre and 18 miles from Newcastle.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Durham House
Mains Park Road, Chester le Street DH3 3PU
5.4 miles from centre of Durham
9.16 Reviews
Durham House
Durham House
"I usually visit my best friend once a week. She has been in Durham House since December 2022, and has Alzheimer's. She still recognises..."Read all 6 reviews

from £1,055 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Premier Care Homes Ltd

Durham House is a residential care home for adults over 65 years of age. They specialise is general residential care along with dementia residential care and are able to provide both long term care along... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Springfield Lodge Care Home
North Street, West Rainton, Houghton le Spring DH4 6NU
4 miles from centre of Durham
9.734 Reviews
Springfield Lodge Care Home
Springfield Lodge Care Home
"We are very satisfied with the care provided to Mam. Mam has been in the home for over 1 year now & is very happy and well looked after...."Read all 34 reviews

from £960 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Ascot Care Ltd

Springfield Lodge Care Home is situated in the peaceful village of West Rainton in County Durham, offering a tranquil setting for Residents. This well-regarded facility provides first-class quality care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Bowburn Care Centre
Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT
3.6 miles from centre of Durham
9.772 Reviews
St Philips Care Group
Bowburn Care Centre
"My Mam has been a resident five and a half years. Super care home and super staff. Quality and care of my Mam is incredible. I trust the..."Read all 72 reviews

from £1,236 / weekSize 80 rooms

Group/Owner St Philips Care Group

Bowburn Care Home, formally Morgan House in the former Durham mining village of Bowburn, is a new purpose-built care home for older people. There are easy road links to nearby Durham city centre.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Langley Park Care Home
Front Street, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9YY
4.1 miles from centre of Durham
9.6103 Reviews
Marton Care Homes Ltd
Langley Park Care Home
"The staff at Langley park care home are exceptional, always ensuring the residents are comfortable and observant of their needs. The..."Read all 103 reviews

from £1,340 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Marton Care Homes Ltd

Langley Park Care Home provides high quality person-centred care delivered by a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives. The residential care setting accommodates... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Acorn Grange
Vicarage Road, West Cornforth, Ferryhill DL17 9HU
5.5 miles from centre of Durham
9.667 Reviews
Manor Care Home Group
Acorn Grange
"Lovely warming and welcoming and caring, no issues whatsoever, visit at your leisure they never turn you away, excellent manager, her..."Read all 67 reviews

from £949 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Manor Care Home Group

Acorn Grange Nursing Home is a 46-bed care home offering residential and dementia care in County Durham. Caring and attentive staff give all residents personalised care and the dignity and respect... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Abbotts Court Care Home
Wingate Lane, Wheatley Hill, Durham DH6 3LP
6.6 miles from centre of Durham
8.64 Reviews
Landona House Ltd
Abbotts Court Care Home
"From entry to exit, always welcomed, looked after and kept updated. An absolute fantastic group of staff who show real care in their..."Read all 4 reviews

from £950 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Landona House Ltd

Abbotts Court Care Home is located in the heart of Wheatley Hill community, County Durham. The home is purpose-built to offer dementia, residential and respite care. Residents have a choice of lounge... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Beeches Nursing and Residential Care Home
Church Lane, Kelloe, Durham DH6 4PT
5.7 miles from centre of Durham
9.015 Reviews
The Beeches Nursing and Residential Care Home
"Always receive a smile from all carers upon entering the building. All staff & management friendly & caring. Care is excellent, clean &..."Read all 15 reviews

from £730 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Your Care First Ltd

The Beeches is set in a secluded peaceful garden on the outskirts of Kelloe Village in County Durham. The Home offers superb accommodation with 31 single beds, 26 of which have ensuite facilities. The... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Bowburn Manor Care Home
61 Bowburn Way, Integra, Durham DH6 5FS
3.6 miles from centre of Durham
Opening Nov 2026
The St Mary's Group
Bowburn Manor Care Home

Size 73 rooms

Group/Owner The St Mary's Group

The vision for Bowburn Manor is to create a warm, modern and reassuring home where residents feel comfortable and well-supported. The home will provide tailored residential, dementia and respite care... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Lindisfarne Newton Hall
Carr House Drive, Newton Hall, Durham DH1 5LT
1.6 miles from centre of Durham

Size 63 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Lindisfarne CLS Nursing
Whitehill Park, Chester le Street DH2 2EP
5.4 miles from centre of Durham

Size 56 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Brandon Lodge Care Home
Commercial Street, Brandon, Durham DH7 8PH
2.6 miles from centre of Durham
8.625 Reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 38 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Hollyacre Bungalow
Front Street, Sacriston, Durham DH7 6AF
3.9 miles from centre of Durham

Size 10 rooms

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Valdigarth
20 Granville Terrace, Wheatley Hill, Durham DH6 3JQ
6.7 miles from centre of Durham
6 Reviews

Size 10 rooms

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Nevilles Court
Darlington Road, Nevilles Cross, Durham DH1 4JX
0.8 miles from centre of Durham

Size 4 rooms

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Belmont Grange Care Home
Broomside Lane, Belmont, Durham DH1 2QW
2 miles from centre of Durham
1 Reviews

from £1,123 / weekSize 30 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Kensington Hall
Front Street, South Hetton, Durham DH6 2TG
6.8 miles from centre of Durham

Size 13 rooms

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Dispensary
Sherburn House, Sherburn, Durham DH1 2SH
2.2 miles from centre of Durham

Size 5 rooms

  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Lindisfarne Shotton
Carlyle Crescent, Durham DH6 2PB
7.7 miles from centre of Durham

Size 59 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Lindisfarne Residential Home
Whitehill Park, Chester le Street DH2 2EP
5.4 miles from centre of Durham

from £1,129 / weekSize 30 rooms

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Durham Care Homes

Care Home costs in and around Durham

Average care home costs in and around Durham 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 12 care homes with fees listed in and around Durham.

Type of Care ProvidedDurhamDurhamEnglandUK
Residential Care£1,130£1,168£1,312£1,316
Residential Dementia Care£1,167£1,221£1,345£1,351
Nursing Care£1,233£1,287£1,579£1,564
Nursing Dementia Care£802£1,348£1,600£1,591
All Care Types£1,130£1,167£1,323£1,330

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 Durham Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 19 care homes with fees listed.
£1,130 per week
  • 3.4% below Durham average
  • 16.1% below England average
  • 16.5% below UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 13 care homes with fees listed.
£1,167 per week
  • 4.6% below Durham average
  • 15.3% below England average
  • 15.8% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 8 care homes with fees listed.
£1,233 per week
  • 4.4% below Durham average
  • 28.1% below England average
  • 26.8% below UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 1 care home with fees listed.
£802 per week
  • 68.1% below Durham average
  • 99.5% below England average
  • 98.4% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Durham?

There are 22 Care Homes in Durham, including 9 Nursing Homes & 13 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Durham have the highest Review Score?

St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Melbury Court Care Home are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in Durham.

Which care homes in Durham offer Nursing Care?

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Durham?

There are 15 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham including St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Melbury Court Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham?

Respite Care is offered by 18 care homes in Durham including St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Melbury Court Care Home.

How many care homes listings in Durham have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 14 care homes listed with Reviews.