Care Homes in East Sussex
The East Sussex local authority area in South East has 287 care homes registered with the CQC, with 8,506 beds available in total. 7 homes hold an Outstanding CQC rating — the highest grade — and 227 are rated Good, reflecting strong overall care standards across the area. Nursing care is available at 78 homes across East Sussex, with specialist provision including dementia and learning disabilities.
Areas in East Sussex
Specialist Care in East Sussex
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BN21 (31)
TN22 (8)
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TN38 (27)
TN6 (10)
BN20 (19)
BN27 (17)
TN33 (6)
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TN34 (18)
TN40 (27)
TN39 (18)
TN31 (5)
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RH18 (2)
BN10 (8)
BN26 (7)
BN2 (2)
TN32 (1)
TN21 (7)
TN19 (2)
TN35 (6)
BN9 (2)
TN37 (13)
TN5 (2)
BN7 (3)
RH15 (2)
Choosing a Care Home in East Sussex
With 287 care homes across East Sussex, families have 234 well-rated options to consider. 37 homes currently require improvement — always read the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
We recommend shortlisting three to five homes, visiting each in person, and using our guide to choosing a care home to compare them systematically. Before committing, it is also worth understanding how care home fees are funded in East Sussex — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
East Sussex has 7 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in East Sussex.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in East Sussex?
There are 287 CQC-registered care homes in East Sussex with a total of 8,506 beds. They span 30 postcode districts across the South East region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in East Sussex have?
Of the 287 care homes in East Sussex: 7 are rated Outstanding, 227 are rated Good, 37 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 16 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in East Sussex?
Yes — East Sussex has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (120 homes), Learning Disability Care (101 homes), Mental Health Care (58 homes), Nursing Care (78 homes), Physical Disability Care (94 homes), Residential Care (209 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (62 homes).
How do I choose a care home in East Sussex?
Start by shortlisting three to five homes based on CQC rating, location, and specialist needs. Visit each in person and check the latest CQC inspection report on carehome.page. Contact East Sussex council to understand funding contributions — the local authority may cover part of the cost depending on financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data