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Care homes in Epping
CQC lists 3 care homes in Epping, with 131 beds between them. CQC has rated 3 of them, and 67% are Good or Outstanding (versus 84% across Essex and 83% across England). We estimate typical fees in Epping at about £1,500 a week for residential careestimated. Most recently, Weald Hall Residential Home was rated Good on 2 September 2026.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- Among the 3 rated care homes, 2 hold a Good or Outstanding rating, while 1 is rated Inadequate or Requires improvement.
- For dementia support, 3 have it on their CQC registration; nursing care is provided by 1.
- A care needs assessment from Essex council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- We check for new CQC ratings in Essex daily: see the latest changes.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Epping", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 3CQC-registered care homes
- 67%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 1has nursing care
- 2rated or inspected within two years
| Care | Epping | East of England | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care, a week | £1,500 | £1,460 | £1,400 |
Every registered care home in Epping
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
OutstandingGoodRequires improvementInadequateNot yet ratedMap © OpenFreeMap © OpenStreetMap
Weald Hall Residential Home
What inspectors found: The service provides support to older people some of whom may be living with dementia.
Est. £1.35k–£1.65k/wk
Ashlar House
What inspectors found: Effective arrangements were in place to ensure recruitment checks on staff were safe.
Est. £1.52k–£1.85k/wk
Wensley House Residential Home
What inspectors found: This assessment commenced on 10 December 2024 which was unannounced and concluded on 20 January 2025.
Est. £1.35k–£1.65k/wk
Dementia care homes in Epping
3 of the 3 care homes in Epping are registered with CQC to support people living with dementia, and 2 of those are rated Good or Outstanding. Compare the 3 registered for dementia.
Typical care home fees in Epping
| Residential care home | £1,455 a week |
|---|---|
| Nursing home | £1,685 a week |
What Essex County Council pays providers: £28.04 an hour for home care (2025/26 average paid to agencies); £849.45 a week for residential care (2025/26 average, over-65s); £1,102.68 a week for nursing care (2025/26 average, over-65s) (source). If you choose a dearer provider, the difference is usually paid as a top-up.
Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). Next: work out a weekly cost, then get prices from local providers.
Council help
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Savings under £23,250? Essex council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
How to ask for an assessment, paying for care and direct payments in Essex
How Epping measures up
On their CQC registrations, 1 of 3 list physical disabilities and 2 of 3 list mental health conditions. None in Epping is rated Outstanding; Essex has 7. Most recent to register: Ashlar House (February 2011). 1 of the 3 homes (33%) provide nursing care, against 22% across Essex. Ranked against the 6 closest towns on our site by the share of every listed care home that is rated Good or Outstanding, Epping comes 5th of 7 (67%), with Buckhurst Hill top at 88%. Ratings are more recent than average here: 67% of care homes have one less than two years old, compared with 23% across Essex. At 44 beds on average, homes here are larger than the typical Essex home (22 beds). At 67% Good or Outstanding, Epping sits below the Essex figure of 83% (from 370 care homes).
Which groups run care homes in Epping
- JK Healthcare Limited 1 here
- Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited 1 here
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Epping compared with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epping | – | 3 | 2 |
| Loughton | 4.1 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Waltham Abbey | 4.4 mi | 9 | 6 |
| Harlow | 4.9 mi | 6 | 5 |
| Buckhurst Hill | 5.9 mi | 17 | 15 |
| Waltham Cross | 6.1 mi | 9 | 7 |
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- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
What families want to know about care homes in Epping
Which care homes can I choose from in Epping?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 lists 3 care homes in Epping. Of these, 1 provides nursing care and 3 support people living with dementia. Among the highest rated are Weald Hall Residential Home and Ashlar House.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Epping have?
Of the 3 that have been rated, 2 (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What are typical care home prices in Epping?
Self-funder fees in East of England: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,455 a week; nursing home £1,685 a week. Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). Read the full cost guide.
Will Essex council pay for a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Essex council must offer free (Care Act 2014). England's upper capital limit is £23,250; the value of a home normally counts towards a care home means test, except where a partner or some relatives still occupy it, and not for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. Towards nursing costs, the NHS pays NHS-funded nursing care for residents who qualify. Getting in touch with Essex council.
What should I look for when choosing care homes in Epping?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed care, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, 2 of the 3 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years. Older reports: 1. A checklist to help.
How does Epping compare with nearby towns for care homes?
Nearest towns we cover: Loughton (4.1 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Waltham Abbey (4.4 miles): 9, 6 rated Good or Outstanding; Harlow (4.9 miles): 6, 5 rated Good or Outstanding. Epping itself has 3, 2 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Epping
- Care homes in Loughton 4.1 mi
- Care homes in Waltham Abbey 4.4 mi
- Care homes in Harlow 4.9 mi
- Care homes in Buckhurst Hill 5.9 mi
- Care homes in Waltham Cross 6.1 mi
- Care homes in Chigwell 6.1 mi
- Care homes in Hoddesdon 6.7 mi
- Care homes in Cheshunt 7.0 mi
Also in Epping, and guides
- Essex: paying for care
- Best rated care homes in Essex
- Nursing homes in Essex
- What care homes cost in England in 2026, by region and council
- Top rated 2026: services rated Outstanding in Essex
- Home care in Epping (146)
- How NHS-funded nursing care works
- How to read a CQC rating
- Home care versus a care home
- Knowing when a care home is the right step
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