Best Care Homes in Thurrock (2026)
27 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside House Limited | Outstanding | Residential | 14 |
| Merrie Loots Farm Residential Home | Good | Residential | 28 |
| Hollywood Rest Home | Good | Residential | 46 |
| A M Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 8 |
| The Homesteads | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Grays Court | Good | Nursing | 87 |
| The Barn and Coach | Good | Residential | 15 |
| Larwood | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Allensmead | Good | Residential | 1 |
| The Coach House | Good | Nursing | 13 |
| Hollyrose House | Good | Residential | 12 |
| The Whitecroft | Good | Residential | 56 |
| Leatherland Lodge | Good | Residential | 48 |
| Bennett Lodge | Good | Residential | 48 |
| Carolyne House | Good | Nursing | 53 |
| Cedar House | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Avalon | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Orchid | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Aveley House | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Pineapple Lodge | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Collins House | Good | Residential | 45 |
| Meesons Lodge | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Gallimore Lodge | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Satash Community Care Project Limited | Requires improvement | Residential | 8 |
| Bluebell Nursing & Residential Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 82 |
| Willows Lodge Care Home | Requires improvement | Nursing | 70 |
| Lotus House | Not Yet Rated | Residential | 4 |
Choosing a Care Home in Thurrock
With 27 care homes in Thurrock, families have 23 well-rated options to choose from. 3 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 5 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 22 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.
Thurrock care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, learning disability care, sensory impairment care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
Specialist Care in Thurrock
Top Dementia Care Homes in Thurrock
Helpful Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Thurrock?
Thurrock has 27 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 732 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Thurrock?
Thurrock has 1 Outstanding-rated care home and 22 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 Thurrock?
Thurrock has 5 nursing care homes and 22 residential homes, including 13 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, learning disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Thurrock?
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 Thurrock?
Thurrock 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.