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Care homes in Maldon offering elderly care
8 of the 8 care homes in Maldon offer elderly care and 267 registered beds. CQC has rated 8 of them, and 88% are Good or Outstanding, against 81% for elderly care across England. 1 is Outstanding. We estimate typical fees in Maldon at about £1,500 a week for residential careestimated. 3 care homes were last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was The Lodge, rated Good on 11 June 2026.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
In short
- For dementia support, 7 have it on their CQC registration; 1 provide nursing care.
- CQC rates 7 of the 8 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding, 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate.
- You can ask Essex council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Essex, updated every day.
Citation: "Care homes in Maldon offering elderly care", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 8registered care homes
- 88%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 7offer dementia support
- 3inspected or rated in the last 2 years
Who offers elderly care in Maldon
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 8
- Elderly care · 8
- Dementia care · 7
- Residential care · 7
- Physical disability care · 3
- Care for adults under 65 · 3
| Rank | Care home | CQC rating | Date rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Peters Court | Jan 2026 | 24 | Yes | |
| 2 | Hailey House | Jan 2025 | 20 | No | |
| 3 | The Lodge | Jun 2026 | 25 | No | |
| 4 | Longfield Care Home | Dec 2023 | 40 | No | |
| 5 | Firstlings | Oct 2019 | 32 | No | |
| 6 | Boucherne Limited | Apr 2018 | 24 | No | |
| 7 | Totham Lodge Home for the Elderly | Nov 2018 | 28 | No | |
| 8 | Brewster House | Jun 2024 | 74 | No |
The full list for elderly care in Maldon: sorted by CQC rating and rating date.
How elderly care in Maldon compares
CQC lists elderly care for 8 of the 8 care homes in Maldon, or 100%. 88% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, in line with the 88% for all care homes here and above the 81% for care homes registered for elderly care across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for elderly care: St Peters Court, Hailey House and The Lodge. 3 have a rating from the past two years. Oldest: April 2018. Newest: June 2026. Together they hold 267 registered beds; 1 also provides nursing care.
Across Essex, 292 care homes are registered for elderly care, and 81% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Share registered for elderly care: 100% here, 73% across Essex.
Typical weekly fees in the East of England: about £1,455 residential, £1,685 nursing. Request the price list from every home, as specialist care can cost more. How these costs are worked out.
What elderly care involves
This is the registration most providers hold with CQC. Care for older people includes personal care (washing, dressing), meals, medication, help getting about, company and keeping watch on health. Since most providers list it, look at staffing levels, carer continuity and how carefully the care fits the individual.
Questions worth asking about elderly care
- What happens at weekends, at night and in an emergency?
- How do you keep the family updated week to week?
- How much notice do you need to change or add care?
- How do you spot early signs of illness, falls or dehydration?
- Will the same small team of carers or staff look after them?
Where to get support: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. Ask Essex for a care needs assessment. Glossary: Personal care.
Elderly care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maldon | – | 8 | 7 |
| Hatfield Peverel | 4.9 mi | 4 | 2 |
| Witham | 5.4 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Tiptree | 6.6 mi | 4 | 4 |
| Chelmsford | 8.4 mi | 16 | 9 |
| Burnham-on-Crouch | 8.7 mi | 3 | 2 |
| Rochford | 9.8 mi | 4 | 2 |
Council support
Essex
A care needs assessment from Essex council is free whatever your savings. With savings below £23,250, the council may help pay.
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Free care cost report for Maldon
- Typical local prices for care homes and nursing homes
- What the council and the NHS may pay, with the 2026/27 savings limits
- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
Questions families ask about elderly care in Maldon
Which Maldon care homes provide elderly care?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows 8 of Maldon's 8 care homes offering elderly care. Well-rated choices include St Peters Court, Hailey House and The Lodge.
How does CQC rate care homes in Maldon?
7 (88%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 8 with a rating (1 Outstanding). Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate: 1.
What does a care home cost in Maldon?
Average 2026 self-funder fees in East of England: residential care home £1,455 a week; nursing home £1,685 a week. Self-funders usually pay more than councils do for the same room. Each average covers a broad range, driven by room, care level and nursing. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). More in our cost guide.
Does Essex council fund a care home?
It may. Essex council must offer a free care needs assessment (Care Act 2014). For a care home, the value of the home is usually included in the means test unless a partner or certain relatives still live there, and it is ignored for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay; the upper limit in England is £23,250. NHS-funded nursing care can help with nursing costs. How to contact Essex council.
How do I choose between care homes in Maldon?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 3 of 8 were inspected or rated within the last two years; 5 have older reports. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed care and the full price. Use our checklist.
Are there more elderly care in towns near Maldon?
In Maldon there are 8, 7 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Hatfield Peverel (4.9 miles): 4, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Witham (5.4 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Tiptree (6.6 miles): 4, 4 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Elderly care near Maldon
- Elderly care in Hatfield Peverel 4.9 mi
- Elderly care in Witham 5.4 mi
- Elderly care in Tiptree 6.6 mi
- Elderly care in Chelmsford 8.4 mi
- Elderly care in Burnham-on-Crouch 8.7 mi
- Elderly care in Rochford 9.8 mi
- Elderly care in Runwell 9.8 mi
- Elderly care in Rayleigh 10.1 mi
Other help in Maldon
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.