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 Care Home, Hampton Manor, Langley House Care Home & Willowdene Care Home.

Care Homes in Durham Area

Q: Care Home costs in Durham

The average costs for care homes in Durham 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 Durham?

There are 142 Care Homes in Durham, including 52 Nursing Homes & 90 Residential Care Homes.

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

There are 83 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham including Eden House Care Home, Jack Dormand Care Home & Derwent Care Home.

Q: Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham?

Respite Care is offered by 103 care homes in Durham including Eden House Care Home, Jack Dormand Care Home & Derwent Care Home.

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Avg. Review Score 9.4
Total 5,200 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,163 per week

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Yohden Hall Care Complex

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4LH

9.599 Reviews

"My stepmother has been in your care since the 8th January 2026 since being discharged from hospital. She thinks all staff are friendly,..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,200 / week77 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Yohden Care Complex is located on Hesleden Road between Castle Eden and Hartlepool. Yohden... Read more

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Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

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

9.565 Reviews

14 1

"My father has been a resident at Hawthorns for a while. I will forever be grateful for the care that the staff have shown towards my father..."Read all 65 reviews

from £900 / week108 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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Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE

9.564 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 64 reviews

from £1,485 / week54 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group 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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Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT

9.5130 Reviews

13 1

"After a long hospital stay my friend moved into cedar court at first he was very unsettled and had challenging behaviour. The staff were..."Read all 130 reviews

from £1,203 / week68 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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Redwell Hills Care Home

St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett DH8 7SN

9.549 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 / week47 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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St Clare's Court Care Home

Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH

9.4117 Reviews

"My mum is currently a resident at St Clare Court Nursing Home, and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. Every member of staff..."Read all 117 reviews

from £1,304 / week58 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Ideally situated near the vibrant town centre of Newton Aycliffe in County Durham, St Clare’s Court is a friendly, purpose-built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. A luxurious... Read more

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Kingsway Nursing Home

Kingsway, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9TB

9.429 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 29 reviews

from £1,295 / week42 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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Beaconsfield Court Care Home

Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES

9.4117 Reviews

"Mum has settled here very quickly. I believe this has been helped by the fantastic staff who she gets along with very well. They have..."Read all 117 reviews

from £1,340 / week32 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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Parklands Care Home

New Road, Crook DL15 8LN

9.351 Reviews

27 1

"My dad had care as my mum had an accident and was unable to look after him. The staff were brilliant with my dad as his extended family,..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,025 / week42 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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Picktree Court

Off Picktree Lane, Chester le Street DH3 3SP

9.314 Reviews

"Dad has settled in nicely. 99 and frail but as much as possible is included in activities, e.g. men's afternoons, quizzes and films. My son..."Read all 14 reviews

from £1,207 / week88 rooms

Group/Owner Premier Care Homes Ltd

Picktree Court is ideally located in the Town Centre of Chester-le-Street within easy reach of car, bus and rail transport routes, and a few minutes walking distance from the main shopping areas with... Read more

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Field View

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool TS27 4LH

9.1115 Reviews

"Overall very pleased with how the care my husband receives. New manager is very approchable and he is there if I have any issues with..."Read all 115 reviews

from £1,375 / week36 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group 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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Residential Care

Durham House

Mains Park Road, Chester le Street DH3 3PU

9.15 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 5 reviews

from £1,055 / week31 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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Church View

Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG

1076 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 / week42 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 / week30 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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Barrington Lodge Care Home

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

8.965 Reviews

12 1

"This was my first experience of intermediate care. I was initially apprehensive but the staff made me feel welcome. I was well cared for..."Read all 65 reviews

from £1,181 / week70 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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Bannatyne Lodge Care Home

Manor Way, Peterlee SR8 5SB

9.862 Reviews

"I can't thank everyone at the care home enough for the kindness, care, and support they showed mum during her stay. Every member of staff..."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,143 / week50 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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Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX

9.881 Reviews

3 1

"A fantastic care home. The staff go above and beyond to provide a friendly and safe place. My Dad is well looked after and happy here. I..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,347 / week40 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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Tenlands Care Home

Wood Lane, Ferryhill DL17 8JD

9.7153 Reviews

"I find Tenlands very friendly and helpful. All staff are pleasant and great with all residents. I have just have 4 days away and it is the..."Read all 153 reviews

from £1,050 / week40 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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Westerleigh Residential Home

Scott Street, Stanley DH9 8AD

9.766 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

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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St Helens Care Home

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

9.747 Reviews

16 1

"I have family resident living at St Helens the staff are very professional kind and caring the home is clean and catered for all the..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,400 / week40 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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Bowburn Care Centre

Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT

9.671 Reviews

13 1

"Since my Granda has moved into Bowburn care home, he has thrived and is defintely a lot less confused. Staff are lovely, he is well cared..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,236 / week80 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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Langley Park Care Home

Front Street, Langley Park, Durham DH7 9YY

9.696 Reviews

14 1

"Dad is well cared for, he is very content in his surroundings. As a family we can sleep at night knowing he's in the hands of dedicated..."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,340 / week46 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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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 / week47 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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Aycliffe Care Home

Burnhope, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7ER

9.550 Reviews

"My mam has been a resident in Aycliffe Care Home for over 3 years and from day one has always been treat with dignity and respect by all..."Read all 50 reviews

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

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Acorn Grange

Vicarage Road, West Cornforth, Ferryhill DL17 9HU

9.463 Reviews

"My Dad's been in Acorn Grange for over six months now and he absolutely loves it there, all the staff are helpful, caring & supportive..."Read all 63 reviews

from £949 / week46 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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Sandringham Care Home

Escomb Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6AB

9.459 Reviews

"From the moment from contacting the home and speaking and meeting with staff, I knew my uncle would settle very well. The whole of the..."Read all 59 reviews

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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Springfield Lodge Care Home

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

9.329 Reviews

21 1

"Generally pleased with the care and attention my relative has received. He is safe and relaxed. The staff are friendly and attentive, there..."Read all 29 reviews

from £960 / week40 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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The Village Care Home (Murton)

Wellfield Road, Murton, Seaham SR7 9HN

9.37 Reviews

"My wife was admitted into this care home 3 1/2 years ago and from day one till now, patients and visitors are made to feel very welcome...."Read all 7 reviews

from £1,131 / week40 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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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 / week60 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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Pelton Grange Care Home

Front Street, Pelton DH2 1DD

9.351 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 / week47 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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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 75 care homes with fees listed in Durham Area.

Type of Care Provided	Durham Area	Durham	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,167	£1,165	£1,305	£1,309
Residential Dementia Care	£1,222	£1,222	£1,334	£1,339
Nursing Care	£1,294	£1,279	£1,566	£1,551
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,316	£1,329	£1,580	£1,570
All Care Types	£1,163	£1,160	£1,316	£1,323

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 74 care homes with fees listed.

£1,167 per week

0.2% above Durham average
11.8% below England average
12.2% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 58 care homes with fees listed.

£1,222 per week

Same as Durham average
9.2% below England average
9.6% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 28 care homes with fees listed.

£1,294 per week

1.2% above Durham average
21.0% below England average
19.9% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 13 care homes with fees listed.

£1,316 per week

1.0% below Durham average
20.1% below England average
19.3% below UK average

How many care homes are there in Durham Area?

There are 142 Care Homes in Durham Area, including 52 Nursing Homes & 90 Residential Care Homes.

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

Church View, Eden House Care Home & 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, Willowdene Care Home & Defoe Court Care Home are some of the 39 Nursing Homes in Durham Area.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Durham Area?

There are 83 care homes offering Dementia Care in Durham Area including Eden House Care Home, Jack Dormand Care Home & Derwent Care Home.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Durham Area?

Respite Care is offered by 103 care homes in Durham Area including Eden House Care Home, Jack Dormand Care Home & Derwent Care Home.

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

There are 86 care homes listed with Reviews.

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

There are currently 5 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 Care Home, Hampton Manor, Langley House Care Home & Willowdene Care Home.