Saxonwood
Saxonwood is a residential care home in Battle, East Sussex (TN33 0EY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Saxonwood
Saxonwood is a residential care home in Battle, East Sussex. We are home to older people, both for the long term and for shorter respite stays when a family carer needs a rest. We set ourselves plain targets: nobody cold, nobody hungry, nobody waiting long for help, nobody hurried, and nobody organised against their wishes. We think being properly known is the difference between a home and an institution, so we put real effort into learning people's histories, habits and dislikes. Respite guests are properly welcomed rather than merely accommodated. We ask beforehand how the person likes things done, because a short stay gives us no time to learn it gradually. We pay attention to pain, including in people who cannot easily tell us about it. Unexplained agitation is usually a signal rather than a behaviour. We keep records honestly, including when something has gone wrong. A tidy account of a bad day helps nobody. Where somebody wants to take a risk, such as walking unaided or going out alone, we work out how to make it safer rather than simply saying no. The Care Quality Commission rates us good overall. Families are welcome to arrive unannounced.
Care provided at Saxonwood
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 8 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Saxonwood. Report published 8 August 2019.
- 18 June 2019
- 36 places, 24 people were using the service at the time
Safe
People told inspectors they felt safe living at Saxonwood. Staff had the knowledge and training to protect people from abuse and avoidable harm. Risks to people were identified, and incidents and accidents were investigated and learnt from.
Effective
When people needed medical attention, this was quickly identified and action was taken. For example, people who lost weight were referred to dieticians, and people who fell regularly were referred to a falls clinic. The home had a good relationship with the GP, who visited regularly.
Caring
People told inspectors that staff were kind and treated them well. Staff respected people's choice, dignity and privacy.
Responsive
People had access to a wide range of activities each week, both inside and outside the home. People said they took part and enjoyed them. The activities included people who were cared for in bed, and volunteers helped to support them. Inspectors also found people had been involved in planning their wishes and preferences for care at the end of their lives.
What people told the inspectors
People told inspectors that they felt safe, that staff were kind and that they enjoyed the activities. A relative also spoke about the standard of care staff gave.
The staff impress me. A person living at the home
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in August 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Responsive moved from Good to Outstanding; Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 15 March 2022: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 8 August 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 24 December 2016: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 14 August 2014: Routine inspection
- 6 June 2013: Routine inspection
- 1 October 2012: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Saxonwood compares in Rother
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Rother. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 36 places. Larger than 36 of the 54 homes. The local average is 34 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 44 of the 54 homes (81%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
- Latest report
- 8 August 2019. 45 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 37 of the 54 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 39 of the 45 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 Rother.
The local picture: Rother
What the numbers say about care for older people in Rother, in East Sussex.
What care costs in East Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £929 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £994 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex 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 East Sussex 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 East Sussex 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: 17,700. Rising to 20,000 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,800. Rising to 7,200 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 23%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 93. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 194 beds.
- Care home beds filled across East Sussex: 83%. The 12 month average is 83%.
- Who pays, across East Sussex (estimate): 33% council, 47% 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 Saxonwood
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 21 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 15 May 2026.
- Run by
- Sussex Housing and Care, which runs 3 adult social care services in England. All 3 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
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 Saxonwood
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
- Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 4.4 miles away
It is about 4.4 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
- Battle Station, 0.7 miles away
- Crowhurst Station, 2.2 miles away
- Robertsbridge Station, 4.7 miles away
Around Saxonwood
- H: Saxonwood
- 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 Saxonwood
Where is Saxonwood located?
Saxonwood is a residential care home in Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0EY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Saxonwood provide?
Saxonwood is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Saxonwood's CQC rating?
Saxonwood is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Saxonwood offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Saxonwood offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Saxonwood
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Saxonwood is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Saxonwood 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. Saxonwood 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?
No. Saxonwood is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Saxonwood 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Saxonwood. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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