Nursing care evidence

Nursing homes in Colchester

Compare nursing-registered care homes in Colchester using public CQC ratings, fee signals, review evidence and financial indicators before you build a shortlist.

16

Nursing homes

14

CQC rated

16

Price or financial signal

Local care-type evidence

Nursing homes decision signals in Colchester

Use these local nursing homes signals before comparing individual homes in Colchester. We only show sections where the underlying public data is strong enough to help a family compare homes.

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Why this nursing page is open

We only open nursing pages where the city has enough registered nursing inventory and enough public evidence to avoid a thin page. Colchester passes the current gate.

16 nursing homes

14 CQC-rated homes

16 price or provider-record signals

16 homes available for comparison

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RCH Score methodology

How we rank care homes in Colchester

Score 0–10 · updated monthly

CQC inspections can be 2–4 years old. Our RCH Score combines the official inspection result with live signals — real reviews, quality trajectory, and provider-record context — to surface homes that are worth a closer look today, not just at the last inspection.

CQC

CQC inspection rating

40%

The official Care Quality Commission rating — Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate. The primary quality signal, but can be up to 4 years old.

Online reviews

30%

Average star rating from verified public reviews across the web, weighted by volume. Reflects the day-to-day experience of residents and families. Only counted when 10+ reviews exist.

CQC trend

15%

Whether the home's rating has been improving, stable, or declining across its last three inspections. An improving trajectory can offset an older rating.

Provider records

15%

Dated public provider records, where available. We show useful questions and information gaps, not a credit rating or prediction.

Rankings are calculated from public data only. We do not accept referral fees or paid placements from care homes.

The RCH Score is a decision-support tool, not a definitive ranking. Always visit a home in person and ask for the latest CQC inspection report before making a decision.

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Full care home dataset for Colchester (16)

Use the full dataset when you want to browse every analysed home in Colchester. If you want the strongest starting point first, review the ranked homes and market analysis above.

Alderwood Care Home, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Records reviewed
Dementia
Nursing65 beds5.0(4)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 3 more public-record points in Care Home Check

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CO1 1ZP

Abberton Manor Nursing Home, Colchester

Good
Records reviewed
Early review insights
Mental Health
Nursing26 beds4.4(9)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 3 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO5 7NL

Cheviot Nursing Home, Colchester

Good
1 point worth clarifying
Nursing33 beds5.0(4)View independent evidence

Provider public records

1 point worth clarifying

Useful before a visit

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Ask this: Can you explain this public-record point for this home?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO3 3UL

Colonia Court Care Home, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Records reviewed
Early review insights
Dementia
Nursing123 beds4.4(31)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO4 3AN

Seven Rivers - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities, Colchester

Good
Records reviewed
Nursing29 beds3.3(3)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you explain the provider’s current trading position and financial support arrangements?

+ 4 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO7 7TR

Springfields Nursing Home, Colchester

Good
Records reviewed
Early review insights
Nursing37 beds4.0(3)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you explain the provider’s current trading position and financial support arrangements?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO6 1DH

Tall Trees, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Records reviewed
Early review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing48 beds4.6(25)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO4 5XR

Woodland View, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
1 point worth clarifying
Early review insights
Dementia
Nursing60 beds4.8(38)View independent evidence

Provider public records

1 point worth clarifying

Useful before a visit

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Ask this: Who is currently accountable for provider-level decisions, and has local management changed?

+ 5 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO4 5JR

Shaftesbury Treetops, Colchester

Good
Records reviewed
Nursing21 beds4.0(2)View independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 3 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO4 9YE

The Oaks Care Home, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
1 point worth clarifying
Early review insights
Dementia
Nursing61 beds4.1(9)View independent evidence

Provider public records

1 point worth clarifying

Useful before a visit

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Ask this: Can you explain the provider-level security arrangement for this home?

+ 3 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO3 3PR

Foxburrow Grange, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
1 point worth clarifying
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing69 bedsView independent evidence

Provider public records

1 point worth clarifying

Useful before a visit

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Ask this: Can you explain this public-record point for this home?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO2 7NL

Horkesley Manor, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
1 point worth clarifying
Dementia
Nursing73 bedsView independent evidence

Provider public records

1 point worth clarifying

Useful before a visit

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Ask this: Who is currently accountable for provider-level decisions, and has local management changed?

+ 4 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO6 4ET

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Silversprings, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
Records reviewed
Dementia
Nursing64 bedsView independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO7 8JG

St Fillans Care Home, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

Requires improvement
Records reviewed
Dementia
Nursing71 bedsView independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you explain the provider’s current trading position and financial support arrangements?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO4 0PT

Silversprings, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

CQC rating unavailable
Records reviewed
Dementia
Nursing64 bedsView independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO7 8JG

Tall Trees, Colchester

Specialist dementia nursing home

CQC rating unavailable
Records reviewed
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing48 bedsView independent evidence

Provider public records

Records reviewed

Useful before a visit

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

Ask this: Can you confirm fees, deposits and notice periods in writing?

+ 2 more public-record points in Care Home Check

See evidence in Care Home Check

CO4 5XR

Nursing care questions in Colchester

How do I compare nursing homes in Colchester?

Start with homes registered for nursing care, then compare CQC ratings, inspection freshness, fees, review signals and financial indicators before arranging visits.

Are nursing homes different from residential care homes in Colchester?

Nursing homes can support residents who need registered nursing care. Residential care homes usually focus on personal care, accommodation and daily support without continuous nursing provision.

Does RightCareHome rank nursing homes in Colchester by sponsorship?

No. RightCareHome is funded by families, not care homes. The page uses public evidence such as CQC ratings, costs, review signals and provider records rather than paid placement.

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