Which care homes in Durham 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 Durham include The DurhamGate, Eden House, Hampton Manor, Langley House Care Home & Willowdene Care Home.

Care Homes in Durham Area

Q: Care Home costs in Durham

Average starting prices for self-funders in Durham Care Homes by care type. Average cost of Residential Care from 72 care homes with fees listed: £1,171 per week (0.3% above Durham average, 12.1% below England average, 12.6% below UK average). Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 55 care homes with fees listed: £1,216 per week (0.2% above Durham average, 10.8% below England average, 11.3% below UK average). Average cost of Nursing Care from 27 care homes with fees listed: £1,303 per week (0.9% above Durham average, 21.3% below England average, 20.3% below UK average). Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 10 care homes with fees listed: £1,346 per week (0.5% below Durham average, 19.0% below England average, 18.6% below UK average).

Q: How many care homes are there in Durham?

There are 141 Care Homes in Durham, including 52 Nursing Homes & 89 Residential Care Homes.

Q: How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Durham?

There are 85 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham including Eden House, Jack Dormand Care Home & Lumley Residential Home.

Q: Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham?

Respite Care is offered by 104 care homes in Durham including Eden House, Jack Dormand Care Home & Lumley Residential Home.

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Browse 141 Durham Area Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.2
Total 5,402 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,172 per week

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Stanley Park

Wear Road, Stanley DH9 6AH

9.547 Reviews

30 3

"My mam has recently moved into Stanley Park which was quite sudden and unexpected I am totally overwhelmed by the care and compassion the..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,379 / weekSize 71 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Stanley Park is a bright, welcoming home, where the skilled and caring team delivers personalised care with dignity and compassion. This includes short-term and permanent residential, nursing and care... Read more

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Beaconsfield Court Care Home

Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES

9.4119 Reviews

"Excellent care and facilities received at all times since admission. I intend spending the rest of retirement here. It supports all my..."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,340 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the attractive town of Barnard Castle in County Durham, Beaconsfield Court is a purpose built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. The extensively trained team will... Read more

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Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT

9.4134 Reviews

13 1

"My friend is happy with her level of care and friendliness of both staff and fellow residents. When talking to other residents in the..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,203 / weekSize 68 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Cedar Court provides residential, dementia, nursing and palliative care. They also provide rehabilitation and pre-bookable... Read more

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Kingsway Nursing Home

Kingsway, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9TB

9.331 Reviews

12 1

"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

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Parklands Care Home

New Road, Crook DL15 8LN

9.252 Reviews

27 1

"Lovely nursing home Carnt thank yous enough for the love and help yous all give my mother Joan thankyou for everything yous all did for her..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,025 / weekSize 42 rooms

Parklands offers expert care within a pleasant living atmosphere, ideal for older people's care needs from 55 years, as well as welcoming adults with a learning disability and dementia. Specialist... Read more

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Barrington Lodge Care Home

Berkshire Place, St Andrews Way, Bishop Auckland DL14 6XX

9.271 Reviews

12 1

"I have been in Barrington Lodge for 4 weeks & have been treated so careingly by the staff. I couldn't walk when I arrived and in 4 short..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,181 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Barrington Lodge Care Home is found in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, in a central location close to local amenities. The team there help enable people of all abilities to live their lives as fully... Read more

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Durham House

Mains Park Road, Chester le Street DH3 3PU

9.16 Reviews

"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

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Redwell Hills Care Home

St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett DH8 7SN

9.149 Reviews

21 1

"Recently visited my friend, whom I haven't seen in a while, and the first time I visited the home. The home was clean, the staff were very..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,286 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Redwell Hills Care Home is located near Consett in Leadgate and is close to shops, public transport and amenities. The service provides residential care for people who need support with everyday activities... Read more

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Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

O'Neill Drive, North Blunts, Peterlee SR8 5UP

9.066 Reviews

18 1

"Great facilities at Hawthorns Peterlee, the food is lovely. Fresh coffee and cake as a welcome always goes down a treat. Staff welcoming on..."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 108 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

The Hawthorns makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and... Read more

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Church View

Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG

9.976 Reviews

"Church View Care home is a jewel in the crown for carehomes in the North East region. It is part of the local community and is the..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Welcome to Church View Care Home in Murton, County Durham Nestled in the heart of Murton, Church View Care Home offers a warm and welcoming environment for older people who need extra care and support.... Read more

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Langley House Care Home

Sunderland Road, Horden, Peterlee SR8 4NL

9.9106 Reviews

19 1

"As the LPA for my Grandmother the family unfortunately came to the decision (following an accident and onset of dementia) that for her own..."Read all 106 reviews

from £901 / weekSize 30 rooms

Group/Owner Ascot Care Ltd

Langley House Care Home is nestled in the Horden neighbourhood of Peterlee in County Durham. This popular home offers the perfect balance of quiet living within a vibrant community. At Langley House,... Read more

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Willowdene Care Home

Lizard Lane, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 3ET

9.9113 Reviews

"Reception staff greeted us warmly. The home was impeccably well kept clean and tidy. The care towards my mam was lovely and she seems so..."Read all 113 reviews

Size 48 rooms

Group/Owner Highgate Care Services Ltd

Welcome to Willowdene. Located between Sedgefield and Fishburn in County Durham on Lizard Lane, just off Salter’s Lane, Willowdene Care Home is nestled in charming rural countryside. The home is... Read more

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Dementia Nursing Care

Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX

9.882 Reviews

3 1

"My 92 year old mam is a new resident at Chilton Care Home its not easy for families to trust the care of a loved one to some one else and..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,347 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner St Philips Care Group

Chilton Care Centre is in the former mining village of Chilton and the Mainsforth Collieries. The purpose-built care centre specialises in residential and dementia care for older people. There... Read more

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Bannatyne Lodge Care Home

Manor Way, Peterlee SR8 5SB

9.864 Reviews

"Professional friendly and caring can't speak highly enough about the manager and team around her. Excellent communication about everything..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,143 / weekSize 50 rooms

Group/Owner Hill Care

Bannatyne Lodge Care Home is situated in Peterlee, County Durham, close to the nearby coast. The home is well decorated and offers spacious, well-maintained communal areas for everyone to enjoy, relax... Read more

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Springfield Lodge Care Home

North Street, West Rainton, Houghton le Spring DH4 6NU

9.734 Reviews

21 1

"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

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Tenlands Care Home

Wood Lane, Ferryhill DL17 8JD

9.7158 Reviews

"I am very pleased with this home. I can see a change (for the good) in my mam in just a few days of being admitted...."Read all 158 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Tenlands Care Home, Ferryhill – Where Everyone Has a Life Worth Celebrating A warm welcome awaits at Tenlands Care Home in Ferryhill, County Durham - part of the multi-award-winning Strong Life Care... Read more

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Langley Park Care Home

Front Street, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9YY

9.7105 Reviews

14 1

"Caring staff who tend to needs of residents. My mum has been there since July and has settled in well . The staff communicate clearly with..."Read all 105 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

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Bowburn Care Centre

Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT

9.772 Reviews

13 1

"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

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Acorn Grange

Vicarage Road, West Cornforth, Ferryhill DL17 9HU

9.670 Reviews

"Haveing had my cousin in a alternative home Acorn Grange is a much more friendly and homely environment. Peter feels safe and very much at..."Read all 70 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

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St Helens Care Home

6 Manor Road, St Helens Auckland, Bishop Auckland DL14 9DL

9.649 Reviews

16 1

"Basically overall everything is good. Except the food, we would expect a more balenced diet. Everything else is more than satisfactory ,..."Read all 49 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Marton Care Homes Ltd

Located in the village of St Helens Auckland, this purpose-built home is situated 3 miles from the market town of Bishop Auckland in the shadow of the historic St Helens Church. Close to local shops and... Read more

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Brockwell Court Care Home

9 Cobden Street, Consett DH8 6AH

8.644 Reviews

18 1

"Outstanding Service Throughout This Team will go above and beyond for all those they care for It is a home from home I will always be..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,360 / weekSize 75 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Brockwell Court Care Home is located in the centre of Consett, Durham, and is ideal for getting around easily. The home is very relaxing with bright, airy spaces throughout. Outdoors, the home has... Read more

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Westerleigh Residential Home

Scott Street, Stanley DH9 8AD

9.666 Reviews

"All staff are polite and very well informed of my relative's needs, they are so helpfully kind and respect you. Didn't think my relative..."Read all 66 reviews

Size 58 rooms

Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Westerleigh Care Home is situated in Stanley, County Durham, close to the local market. An ex-colliery village, Stanley has a very friendly, warm and close-knit community feel to it. The staff at Westerleigh... Read more

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Aycliffe Care Home

Burnhope, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7ER

9.652 Reviews

"my mam has been a resident since June 26. On admission, we didn't think mam had much time left, she seemed to have given up on life...."Read all 52 reviews

Size 54 rooms

Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Aycliffe Care Home is situated in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, just a five minute walk away from the town centre. It has received a lot of positive feedback about the warm and friendly greeting... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Abbotts Court Care Home

Wingate Lane, Wheatley Hill, Durham DH6 3LP

8.64 Reviews

"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

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Sandringham Care Home

Escomb Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6AB

9.560 Reviews

"Life in the home is generally a good experience. The management and staff are very caring and approachable. The attention of care is..."Read all 60 reviews

Size 92 rooms

Group/Owner Crown Care Group

Sandringham Care Home is a ninety-bedroom care home that is divided into three units for the practice of General and EMI Nursing and residential care. Residents are able to live an independent lifestyle... Read more

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The Village Care Home (Murton)

Wellfield Road, Murton, Seaham SR7 9HN

9.58 Reviews

"Everyone of the staff were helpful, friendly and polite and helped me with any questions I asked. I am grateful to them all for treating..."Read all 8 reviews

from £1,131 / weekSize 40 rooms

Village Nursing Home is a friendly and welcoming nursing home that is situated in the village of Murton, Seaham. The home provides both residential and nursing care in addition to residential dementia... Read more

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Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE

9.468 Reviews

"My mother has been at rose lodge for several years now and suffers with dementia. I am so grateful for everything the staff do seeing my..."Read all 68 reviews

Size 54 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Welcome to Rose Lodge. Rose Lodge is a purpose-built care home built in 2003 and then extended in 2004 to incorporate its specialised Dementia unit. Located in Cobblers Lane the home is located less... Read more

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Pelton Grange Care Home

Front Street, Pelton DH2 1DD

9.451 Reviews

"Don't hesitate to use Pelton Grange - if you have an elderly relative needing care which is always a difficult decision you cannot go wrong..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,246 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Hill Care

Pelton Grange Care Home is located in Chester le Street's Pelton district and is conveniently situated for shops, amenities, public transport and the A1. Pelton shopping area is next to the home. This... Read more

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West Lodge Care Home

Peases West, Billy Row, Crook DL15 9SY

8.32 Reviews

"My husband had a bad experience in a different care home and refused to go into respite again. When we were offered West Lodge he was more..."Read all 2 reviews

from £1,060 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner The Prestige Group

Welcome to West Lodge Care Home, a trusted residential care service with over 20 years of experience. For more than two decades, the home has been a valued part of the local community, providing high-quality... Read more

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Field View

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool TS27 4LH

9.3116 Reviews

"My wife has been resident for only 1 week but it's evident the management have the right ethic, nothing is too much trouble and this is..."Read all 116 reviews

Size 36 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Welcome to Field View. Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Field View is located on Hesleden Road between Castle... Read more

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Frequently Asked Questions about Durham Area Care Homes

Care Home costs in Durham Area

Average care home costs in Durham Area 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 73 care homes with fees listed in Durham Area.

Type of Care Provided	Durham Area	Durham	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,171	£1,167	£1,313	£1,318
Residential Dementia Care	£1,216	£1,214	£1,347	£1,354
Nursing Care	£1,303	£1,291	£1,580	£1,568
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,346	£1,353	£1,602	£1,596
All Care Types	£1,172	£1,165	£1,324	£1,332

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 Area Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 72 care homes with fees listed.

£1,171 per week

0.3% above Durham average
12.1% below England average
12.6% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 55 care homes with fees listed.

£1,216 per week

0.2% above Durham average
10.8% below England average
11.3% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 27 care homes with fees listed.

£1,303 per week

0.9% above Durham average
21.3% below England average
20.3% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 10 care homes with fees listed.

£1,346 per week

0.5% below Durham average
19.0% below England average
18.6% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Durham Area?

There are 141 Care Homes in Durham Area, including 52 Nursing Homes & 89 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Durham Area have the highest Review Score?

Eden House, Church View & Langley House Care Home are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in Durham Area.

Which care homes in Durham Area offer Nursing Care?

Jack Dormand Care Home, Redworth House Care Home & Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home are some of the 41 Nursing Homes in Durham Area.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Durham Area?

There are 85 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham Area including Eden House, Jack Dormand Care Home & Lumley Residential Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham Area?

Respite Care is offered by 104 care homes in Durham Area including Eden House, Jack Dormand Care Home & Lumley Residential Home.

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

There are 88 care homes listed with Reviews.

Which care homes in Durham Area have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 3 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in Durham Area 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 Durham Area include The DurhamGate, Eden House, Hampton Manor, Langley House Care Home & Willowdene Care Home.