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Care Homes in Essex

395 care homes listed in Essex. 76% of these listings have a recorded Good or Outstanding CQC rating. Part of the East of England region.

Care Home Snapshot

Homes in this directory
395
Recorded bed capacity
12,521

CQC Ratings

6 Outstanding
294 Good
58 Requires Improvement
4 Inadequate

Care Types

82 Nursing
316 Residential
204 Dementia care recorded
Download the Essex 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. 33 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 East of England

£1,033
per week
52 weeks (1 year)
1 week156 weeks (3 years)
Estimated total
£53,716

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

Browse:AllNursing (82)Residential (316)Dementia (204)Learning Disabilities (161)Mental Health (90)Physical Disabilities (181)Outstanding (6)Good (294)Garden (10)En-suite (8)Hairdresser (3)
View all 395 care homes in Essex A to Z

Explore 100 checked listings in Essex

We checked these homes against their CQC records on 19 September 2026 to 20 September 2026. Each listing links to its source and explains the rating. 11 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

395 care homes

Tip: Click the heart icon on any care home to save it to your shortlist for easy comparison later.

OutstandingResidential

Firstlings

7 The Street, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4NB
Prices on application
0162185374732 beds
DementiaOlder people
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OutstandingResidential

Howard Lodge Care Centre

Beacon Hill Road, Kelvedon Common, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 5FQ
Prices on application
0127737360374 beds
DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
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OutstandingResidential

The Oakes

55 Railway Approach, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6JX
Prices on application
012684410967 beds
Learning disabilitiesYounger adults
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GoodResidential

1 Parkstone Avenue

1 Parkstone Avenue, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1SP
Prices on application
017025585718 beds
Learning disabilitiesMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
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GoodResidential

138-138a Mason Way

138-138a Mason Way, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 3EJ
Prices on application
019927691138 beds
Learning disabilitiesMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
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GoodResidential

21 Mill Lane

21 Mill Lane, Weeley Heath, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 9BB
Prices on application
017874794914 beds
Learning disabilitiesMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
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GoodResidential

24a Corporation Road

24A Corporation Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2AR
Prices on application
012454950108 beds
Learning disabilitiesMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilities+2 more
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GoodResidential

4 Cottage Walk

4 Cottage Walk, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 8DG
Prices on application
012554740106 beds
Learning disabilitiesPhysical disabilitiesYounger adults
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GoodResidential

43a and 43b Morley Road

43a and 43b Morley Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0AA
Prices on application
016218190706 beds
Learning disabilitiesOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments+1 more
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GoodResidential

Acorn Lodge Care Home

Bovington Road, Bezley End, Beazley End, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5JH
Prices on application
0137185117215 beds
DementiaLearning disabilitiesOlder people
View Details

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Frequently Asked Questions About Care Homes in Essex

How many care homes are there in Essex?
This directory lists 395 open care homes in Essex. 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 Essex?
Fees depend on the home, room and care needs. Ask your shortlisted homes in Essex 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 Essex?
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 Essex?
Use the care-type links to explore the services recorded for homes in Essex. 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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