Arlington House
Arlington House is a residential care home in Hove, Brighton and Hove (BN3 4LR). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Arlington House
Arlington House is a residential care home in Hove for older people, including those living with dementia, and we also support some younger adults whose needs suit a home of this kind. We help with washing and dressing, medication, meals and anything else that has become difficult, and we try to leave people in charge of everything else. Residents decide when they get up and go to bed, where they spend the day, what they eat and whether they want company or a quiet room with the door closed. For residents living with dementia we keep the house familiar and the staff consistent, explain what is happening as we go and take time to understand what is behind a change in mood rather than treating it as a problem to be managed. Families usually know a person far better than any assessment does, and what they tell us shapes how we work. Meals are cooked here, we ask people what they actually want to eat and nobody is hurried through a plate. Being in Hove means the sea air is close by and visitors are easy to come by, and both matter more than people expect. Respite stays are available for family carers needing a break or for somebody regaining strength after illness. Please ring us if you would like to visit and look round.
Care provided at Arlington House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 16 May 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Arlington House compares in Brighton and Hove
Measured against the 57 care homes for older people registered in Brighton and Hove. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 33 places. Larger than 36 of the 57 homes. The local average is 31 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 51 of the 57 homes (89%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Brighton and Hove the figure is 89%.
- Latest report
- 22 October 2024. 19 of the 57 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- June 2018. 15 of the 57 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 57 homes, 26 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 47 of the 50 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Brighton and Hove.
The local picture: Brighton and Hove
What the numbers say about care for older people in Brighton and Hove.
What care costs in Brighton and Hove, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,124 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few Brighton and Hove homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £1,266 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few Brighton and Hove homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few Brighton and Hove homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Brighton and Hove homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 20,100. Rising to 23,200 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,600. Rising to 7,600 by 2035, up 37%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,700. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 66%. The NHS ambition is 67%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 88
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 80 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Brighton and Hove: 89%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Brighton and Hove (estimate): 62% council, 34% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Arlington House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 4 June 2018, so 8 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 28 January 2026.
- Run by
- Montesano Care Ltd, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Arlington House
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, 3.5 miles away
It is about 3.5 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Portslade Station, 0.6 miles away
- Aldrington Station, 0.8 miles away
- Fishersgate Station, 1.1 miles away
Around Arlington House
- H: Arlington House
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Arlington House
Where is Arlington House located?
Arlington House is a residential care home in Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 4LR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Arlington House provide?
Arlington House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Arlington House's CQC rating?
Arlington House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 16 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Arlington House provide dementia care?
Yes. Arlington House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Arlington House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Arlington House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Arlington House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Arlington House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Arlington House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Arlington House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Arlington House supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Arlington House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Arlington House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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