Care homes · Southend-on-Sea
Care homes in Leigh-on-Sea offering elderly care
16 out of 18 care homes in Leigh-on-Sea are registered for elderly care, holding 509 beds in total, run by 15 different providers. The largest is Sanders Senior Living Limited, with 2. Of the 15 CQC has rated, 93% are Good or Outstanding, next to 81% for elderly care across England; 1 is Outstanding. Our estimate of typical fees in Leigh-on-Sea: about £1,500 a week for residential care and £1,690 for nursing careestimated. 4 care homes have a rating more than four years old and 1 registered with CQC within the past two years. On 25 September 2026, Brooklands Nursing Home was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Updated 27 October 2026 from the CQC register (Open Government Licence)
Key points
- A care needs assessment from Southend-on-Sea council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- Among the 15 rated care homes, 14 hold a Good or Outstanding rating; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate, with 1 not yet rated.
- 15 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia, and 3 provide nursing.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Southend-on-Sea, updated every day.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Leigh-on-Sea offering elderly care", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 16care homes registered with CQC
- 93%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 15offer dementia support
- 7with a rating or inspection since October 2024
Who offers elderly care in Leigh-on-Sea
Order: CQC rating first, then how recent that rating is, then distance. Our ranking method
- All 18
- Elderly care · 16
- Dementia care · 15
- Residential care · 15
- Care for adults under 65 · 10
- Physical disability care · 7
- Learning disability care · 5
- Mental health care · 4
- Sensory impairment care · 4
- Nursing care · 3
| # | Care home | CQC rating | Last rated | Beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Edith's Court | Jul 2026 | 39 | No | |
| 2 | Mountdale Nursing Home | Feb 2025 | 24 | Yes | |
| 3 | Adalah Residential Rest Home Limited | Feb 2025 | 35 | No | |
| 4 | Brambles Care Home | Aug 2026 | 33 | No | |
| 5 | Brooklands Nursing Home | Sep 2026 | 45 | Yes | |
| 6 | Havengore House Residential Care Home | Jun 2026 | 31 | No | |
| 7 | SummerHill | Sep 2024 | 6 | No | |
| 8 | Kingston House | Aug 2023 | 9 | No | |
| 9 | Avondale Rest Home | Feb 2023 | 19 | No | |
| 10 | Catherine Miller House | May 2023 | 30 | No | |
| 11 | Legra Residential Care Home | Aug 2018 | 20 | No | |
| 12 | Cavell Lodge | Mar 2020 | 36 | No | |
| 13 | Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home | Apr 2020 | 60 | Yes | |
| 14 | Grandville Lodge Limited | Mar 2020 | 21 | No | |
| 15 | Chalkwell Grange | May 2026 | 48 | No | |
| 16 | Beauleigh Court | Not yet rated | – | 53 | No |
Every care home in Leigh-on-Sea registered with CQC for elderly care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is.
Elderly care in Leigh-on-Sea by the numbers
16 of the 18 care homes in Leigh-on-Sea are registered with CQC for elderly care (89%). 93% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, in line with the 94% 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 Edith's Court, Mountdale Nursing Home and Adalah Residential Rest Home Limited. 7 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from August 2018 and the newest from September 2026. Together they hold 509 registered beds, and 3 also provide nursing care. Not yet rated: 1. That is usual for services registered recently.
Council-wide, 69 care homes in Southend-on-Sea list elderly care, and 91% of those with a rating are Good or Outstanding. Here 89% of care homes list elderly care, compared with 83% across Southend-on-Sea.
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
Most providers list care for older people, because it is the commonest CQC registration. In practice it means support with getting washed and dressed, meals, medicines and mobility, along with company and watching for changes in health. What separates providers is staffing, continuity of carers and how closely the care plan fits the individual.
Questions to ask care homes about elderly care
- How do you keep the family updated week to week?
- What happens at weekends, at night and in an emergency?
- How do you spot early signs of illness, falls or dehydration?
- How much notice do you need to change or add care?
- What activities and company do you offer, not just personal care?
Free advice: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. Getting a care needs assessment from Southend-on-Sea. Jargon explained: Personal care.
Elderly care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh-on-Sea | – | 16 | 14 |
| Southend-on-Sea | 2.0 mi | 49 | 41 |
| Rochford | 3.3 mi | 4 | 2 |
| Canvey Island | 3.4 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Thundersley | 3.5 mi | 7 | 5 |
| Rayleigh | 3.5 mi | 5 | 5 |
| Shoeburyness | 5.8 mi | 4 | 3 |
Your council
Southend-on-Sea
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- 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 Leigh-on-Sea
How many care homes in Leigh-on-Sea offer elderly care?
Elderly care is offered by 16 of the 18 registered care homes in Leigh-on-Sea (CQC register, Oct 2026). Well-rated choices include St Edith's Court, Mountdale Nursing Home and Adalah Residential Rest Home Limited.
How are care homes in Leigh-on-Sea rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 15. Of those, 14 (93%) are Good or Outstanding, with 1 Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate. Newly registered services often have no rating yet; 1 here is still unrated.
How much should I expect to pay for a care home in Leigh-on-Sea?
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.
Can Southend-on-Sea council help pay for a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea council.
How can I pick between care homes in Leigh-on-Sea?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 7 of the 16 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years. Older reports: 8. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed care, and what is the full price? A checklist to help.
What about elderly care in towns near Leigh-on-Sea?
Leigh-on-Sea has 16, with 14 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Southend-on-Sea (2.0 miles): 49, 41 rated Good or Outstanding; Rochford (3.3 miles): 4, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Canvey Island (3.4 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Elderly care near Leigh-on-Sea
- Elderly care in Southend-on-Sea 2.0 mi
- Elderly care in Rochford 3.3 mi
- Elderly care in Canvey Island 3.4 mi
- Elderly care in Thundersley 3.5 mi
- Elderly care in Rayleigh 3.5 mi
- Elderly care in Shoeburyness 5.8 mi
- Elderly care in Great Wakering 6.6 mi
- Elderly care in Wickford 6.7 mi
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