Best Care Homes in East Sussex (2026)
287 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranworth House | Outstanding | Residential | 9 |
| Temple Grove Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 65 |
| Autism & Aspergers Support Ltd | Outstanding | Residential | 4 |
| 43 Sedlescombe Road South | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| High Broom Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 38 |
| Eastbourne Gardens Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 107 |
| Eastbourne Gardens Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 107 |
| Abbots Wood Manor | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Abbey Lodge | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Bevern View | Good | Residential | 11 |
| Greensleeves | Good | Residential | 11 |
| 4 Mill Road | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Eastbourne & District Mencap - Arundel Road | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Evergreen | Good | Nursing | 16 |
| St Margarets Care Home | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Nutley Hall | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Lucerne House | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Abbey House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 23 |
| Glenmuir House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Thornwood Care Limited | Good | Residential | 16 |
| Cumberland House | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Prideaux House | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Ashley Gardens | Good | Residential | 47 |
| Chaseley | Good | Nursing | 55 |
| Queen Alexandra Cottage Homes | Good | Nursing | 28 |
| East Dean Grange Care Home | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Roselands Residential Home | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Woodside Hall Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 59 |
| Westerleigh Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| Upperton Gardens | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Brooklands Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 29 |
| Bendigo Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 25 |
| Rosebery House | Good | Residential | 30 |
| St Marguerite | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Dorley House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Threeways Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 45 |
| The Devonshire Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 42 |
| Eridge House Rest Home | Good | Residential | 43 |
| Cliff Court Care Home | Good | Residential | 18 |
| Ashlodge | Good | Residential | 16 |
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Choosing a Care Home in East Sussex
With 287 care homes in East Sussex, families have 234 well-rated options to choose from. 37 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 78 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 209 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
East Sussex care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, learning disability care, physical disability care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in East Sussex?
East Sussex has 287 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 8,506 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in East Sussex?
East Sussex has 7 Outstanding-rated care homes and 227 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in East Sussex?
East Sussex has 78 nursing care homes and 209 residential homes, including 120 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, learning disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in East Sussex?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in East Sussex?
East Sussex Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.