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Care Homes in County Durham

143 care homes listed in County Durham. 85% of these listings have a recorded Good or Outstanding CQC rating. Part of the North East region.

Care Home Snapshot

Homes in this directory
143
Recorded bed capacity
5,198

CQC Ratings

7 Outstanding
114 Good
10 Requires Improvement
0 Inadequate

Care Types

56 Nursing
94 Residential
89 Dementia care recorded
Download the County Durham Care Home Guide (PDF)

These figures describe the open homes listed in this directory, including services for older people and other adults. Closed, removed and secondary registrations are excluded. 12 listings have no overall CQC rating recorded.

Bed totals are recorded capacity, not available places. Care categories can overlap; confirm that a home can meet the person's needs.

Care Cost Estimator

Average weekly cost in North East

£896
per week
52 weeks (1 year)
1 week156 weeks (3 years)
Estimated total
£46,592

Based on regional averages.
Source: Laing Buisson 2025 via PayingForCare.org

Browse:AllNursing (56)Residential (94)Dementia (89)Learning Disabilities (57)Mental Health (40)Physical Disabilities (73)Outstanding (7)Good (114)Garden (10)En-suite (8)Hairdresser (3)
View all 143 care homes in County Durham A to Z

Explore 100 checked listings in County Durham

We checked these homes against their CQC records on 20 September 2026 to 21 September 2026. Each listing links to its source and explains the rating. 7 also include practical details checked against the home's own website.

This is a selection from our directory, not a recommendation or a ranking. Current fees, vacancies and suitability still need to be confirmed with the home.

Browse the 100 checked listings, A to Z

143 care homes

OutstandingResidential

Eden House

Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6EN
Prices on application
0138860647553 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
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OutstandingResidential

Grizedale

Pont Head Road, Leadgate, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6EL
Prices on application
012075837087 beds
Learning disabilities
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OutstandingResidential

Hawthorn House

St Godrics Close, Durham, County Durham, DH1 5PJ
Prices on application
0300026655010 beds
Learning disabilities
View Details
OutstandingResidential

Highview House

Low Road, Kirk Merrington, Spennymoor, County Durham, DL16 7JT
Prices on application
013884175508 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details
OutstandingResidential

Resolve

Low House, Binchester Lane Ends, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 8AW
Prices on application
013884581287 beds
Learning disabilities
View Details
OutstandingResidential

River Cottage

5 Shotley Grove Road, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8SF
Prices on application
012075813493 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details
OutstandingNursing

The Hawthorns

O'Neill Drive, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5UP
Prices on application
01915871251108 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+1 more
View Details
GoodResidential

Abbeyvale Care Centre

Laidler Close, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, Cleveland, TS27 4QP
Prices on application
0191453796342 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+1 more
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GoodNursing

Abbotts Court Care Home

Wingate Lane, Wheatley Hill, Durham, County Durham, DH6 3LP
Prices on application
0142982086647 beds
DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
View Details
GoodNursing

Abigail Lodge

Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett, DH8 7LB
Prices on application
0120726124960 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilities
View Details
GoodResidential

Acorn Grange

Vicarage Road, West Cornforth, Ferryhill, DL17 9HU
Prices on application
0174065697646 beds
DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults
View Details
GoodNursing

Aycliffe Care Home

Burnhope, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7ER
Prices on application
0132530726254 beds
DementiaOlder peopleYounger adults
View Details
GoodNursing

Bannatyne Lodge

Bannatyne Care Home, Manor Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5SB
Prices on application
0191586951150 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details
GoodNursing

Barrington Lodge

Berkshire Place, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6XX
Prices on application
0138866232270 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details
GoodResidential

Beachcomber Care Home

12 North Road, Seaham, County Durham, SR7 7AA
Prices on application
0191581945148 beds
Older peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details
GoodResidential

Beddell House

Sherburn House, Durham, DH1 2SE
Prices on application
0191372042160 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
View Details
GoodResidential

Belchford

Hesleden Road, Hesleden, Hartlepool, Cleveland, TS27 4PB
Prices on application
014298362867 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
View Details

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in County Durham

How many care homes are there in County Durham?
This directory lists 143 open care homes in County Durham. Listings cover services for older people and other adults. Browse by care type and CQC rating, then check that each home can meet the person's needs.
How much do care homes cost in County Durham?
Fees depend on the home, room and care needs. Ask your shortlisted homes in County Durham for a current written quote, including what is covered, extra charges and how fees may change. Where a listing includes a checked published fee, it gives the source and check date; this is not a personalised quote.
How do I find a good care home in County Durham?
Start by filtering care homes by CQC rating - look for homes rated Good or Outstanding. Consider the type of care needed (residential, nursing, or dementia care), location for family visits, and facilities offered. Visit your shortlisted homes in person before deciding.
What types of care homes are available in County Durham?
Use the care-type links to explore the services recorded for homes in County Durham. Read the individual CQC record and speak to the home about the support needed, including dementia care, nursing or short stays. A care category alone does not confirm that a home can accept a particular resident.

Helpful Guides

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