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Care homes in Houghton-le-Spring offering elderly care

3 out of 5 care homes in Houghton-le-Spring are registered for elderly care, holding 130 beds in total. Of the 3 CQC has rated, 100% are Good or Outstanding, next to 81% for elderly care across England. Our estimate of typical fees in Houghton-le-Spring: about £1,370 for nursing careestimated. 2 care homes have a rating more than four years old.

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CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence

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  • 3 list dementia as a specialism; 2 provide nursing care.
  • We check for new CQC ratings in Sunderland daily: see the latest changes.
  • A care needs assessment from Sunderland council is free, and your savings do not affect it.

Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Houghton-le-Spring offering elderly care", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.

  • 3registered care homes
  • 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
  • 3are registered for dementia
  • 0inspected or rated in the last 2 years

Who offers elderly care in Houghton-le-Spring

Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers

RankCare homeCQC ratingDate ratedBedsNursing
1Dairy Lane Care CentreGoodOct 202322No
2Pavillion Residential and Nursing HomeGoodJun 202268Yes
3Paddock Stile ManorGoodJul 201940Yes

Every care home in Houghton-le-Spring registered with CQC for elderly care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is.

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Elderly care in Houghton-le-Spring by the numbers

3 of the 5 care homes in Houghton-le-Spring are registered with CQC for elderly care (60%). 100% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, in line with the 100% 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: Dairy Lane Care Centre, Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home and Paddock Stile Manor. 0 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from July 2019 and the newest from October 2023. Between them they have 130 registered beds, and nursing care at 2.

Across Sunderland, 58 care homes are registered for elderly care, and 91% of those rated are Good or Outstanding. Here 60% of care homes list elderly care, compared with 67% across Sunderland.

Care homes in the North East typically charge about £1,185 a week for residential care and £1,305 with nursing. Specialist care can cost more; ask each home for its price list. 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

  1. How much notice do you need to change or add care?
  2. How do you spot early signs of illness, falls or dehydration?
  3. What happens at weekends, at night and in an emergency?
  4. How do you keep the family updated week to week?
  5. How do you manage medication, and who checks it?

Where to get support: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. How to get assessed by Sunderland. Jargon explained: Personal care.

Elderly care in nearby towns

TownDistanceCare homesGood or Outstanding
Houghton-le-Spring–33
Hetton-le-Hole1.7 mi54
Shiney Row1.9 mi66
Easington Lane2.8 mi33
Chester-le-Street4.3 mi66
Washington4.4 mi65
Sunderland4.8 mi2927

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How many care homes in Houghton-le-Spring offer elderly care?

Elderly care is offered by 3 of the 5 registered care homes in Houghton-le-Spring (CQC register, Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Dairy Lane Care Centre, Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home and Paddock Stile Manor.

How are care homes in Houghton-le-Spring rated by CQC?

CQC has rated 3. Of those, 3 (100%) are Good or Outstanding.

How much should I expect to pay for a care home in Houghton-le-Spring?

Self-funder fees in North East: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,185 a week; nursing home £1,305 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 Sunderland council help pay for a care home?

It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Sunderland 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 Sunderland council.

How can I pick between care homes in Houghton-le-Spring?

Check how recent each CQC report is first: none of the 3 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years. Older reports: 3. 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 Houghton-le-Spring?

Houghton-le-Spring has 3, with 3 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Hetton-le-Hole (1.7 miles): 5, 4 rated Good or Outstanding; Shiney Row (1.9 miles): 6, 6 rated Good or Outstanding; Easington Lane (2.8 miles): 3, 3 rated Good or Outstanding.

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