Best Care Homes in Southend-on-Sea (2026)
85 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 60 |
| Lighthouse | Outstanding | Residential | 14 |
| Poppy Lodge Care Home | Good | Residential | 16 |
| Fernbrook House | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Milton House | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Whittingham House | Good | Residential | 70 |
| Lifstan Way Care Home | Good | Residential | 11 |
| Westminster House Residential Care Limited | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Victoria Court Private Rest Home | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Happy Days | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Butterfly House | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Catherine Miller House | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Windermere Rest Home | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Valkyrie Lodge | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Grandville Lodge Limited | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Mellor House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Sands Lodge | Good | Residential | 18 |
| SummerHill | Good | Residential | 6 |
| SummerLodge | Good | Residential | 6 |
| SunFlowers | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Bali Hai Care Home | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Braemar Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 17 |
| Brook Meadows House | Good | Residential | 62 |
| St Edith's Court | Good | Residential | 39 |
| The Knoll | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Abbeyfield - St George's House | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Cavell Lodge | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Kathryn Court | Good | Residential | 52 |
| The Grange | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Adalah Residential Rest Home Limited | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Blakeney House | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Kingston House | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Britannia Lodge | Good | Nursing | 15 |
| Astral Lodge Residential Home | Good | Residential | 14 |
| Aarandale Lodge | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Legra Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Meteor Rest Home | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Avondale Rest Home | Good | Residential | 19 |
| Uplands Rehabilitation Centre | Good | Nursing | 17 |
| Newbrae Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 10 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Southend-on-Sea
With 85 care homes in Southend-on-Sea, families have 68 well-rated options to choose from. 11 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 15 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 70 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
Southend-on-Sea care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, physical disability care, mental health care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
Specialist Care in Southend-on-Sea
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Helpful Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Southend-on-Sea?
Southend-on-Sea has 85 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,823 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Southend-on-Sea?
Southend-on-Sea has 2 Outstanding-rated care homes and 66 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in Southend-on-Sea?
Southend-on-Sea has 15 nursing care homes and 70 residential homes, including 52 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, physical disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Southend-on-Sea?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in Southend-on-Sea?
Southend-on-Sea Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.