Care Homes in SS1
The SS1 postcode district has 7 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 125 beds, falling under Southend-on-Sea council. 6 are rated Good. 1 home currently requires improvement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the SS1 postcode area?
There are 7 CQC-registered care homes in SS1, offering a combined 125 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in SS1 have?
Of the 7 care homes in SS1: 0 are rated Outstanding; 6 are rated Good; 1 requires improvement; and 0 have not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in SS1?
Fernbrook House is among the highest-rated care homes in SS1, holding a CQC rating of Good with 30 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the SS1 postcode?
The SS1 postcode area falls under Southend-on-Sea. Your local council's adult social care team can carry out a needs assessment and, if eligible, help fund or arrange care home placements within their area.
How do I choose a care home in SS1?
Start by checking each home's CQC rating and reading the latest inspection report, which you can access via the CQC website or each home's page on carehome.page. Consider visiting your shortlisted homes in person and asking about staffing ratios, activities programmes, and how the home manages residents' specific needs — whether that's dementia care, nursing support, or specialist conditions. If funding is a concern, contact Southend-on-Sea's adult social care team for a needs and financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data