Dalling House
Dalling House is a residential care home in Crowborough, East Sussex (TN6 1HA). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Dalling House
Here at Dalling House, we provide residential care for older people in the heart of Crowborough, East Sussex. Our home is a place where residents can feel genuinely settled, supported and valued as individuals, not simply as people who need care. We offer older person care, residential care and respite care, so whether someone is moving in permanently or needs a shorter stay to recover or give family members a break, we aim to make that experience as comfortable and reassuring as possible. Respite stays in particular can feel daunting for families who are uncertain about what to expect, and we work hard to ensure those shorter visits feel just as personal and attentive as longer term living. We want to be honest about where we are as a home. Our most recent CQC inspection resulted in a "requires improvement" rating, and we take that seriously. We have been working through the areas identified and making real, practical changes to how we operate. We believe families deserve transparency, and we would rather have an open conversation about our improvement journey than paper over it. Progress is being made and we welcome anyone to come and see the home for themselves. Crowborough is a lovely part of East Sussex and our location means residents can maintain connections to their local community, which matters enormously to peoples sense of identity and belonging as they get older. If you are considering care for yourself or a loved one, we would encourage you to get in touch and arrange a visit. Seeing a care home in person, speaking with the team and meeting current residents and their families, gives a far better picture than any description can. We would be glad to show you around and answer any questions you have.
Care provided at Dalling House
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 November 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Dalling House compares in Wealden
Measured against the 47 care homes for older people registered in Wealden. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 20 places. Smaller than 41 of the 47 homes. The local average is 45 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 32 of the 47 homes (68%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
- Latest report
- 4 November 2024. 11 of the 47 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2020. 19 of the 47 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 4 out of 5. The same rating as 2 of the 39 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 Wealden.
The local picture: Wealden
What the numbers say about care for older people in Wealden, 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: 24,700. Rising to 28,800 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 6,300. Rising to 9,800 by 2035, up 55%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 3,100. Rising to 4,000 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 56%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 69. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 13 changed owner, covering 685 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 Dalling House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 December 2020, so 5 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 4 out of 5. Good. Last inspected by the local council on 20 May 2025.
- Run by
- Aleksha Care Limited, 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 Dalling 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
- Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Pembury, 9.1 miles away
It is about 9.1 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
- Crowborough Station, 1.3 miles away
- Eridge Station, 3 miles away
- Buxted Station, 4.6 miles away
Around Dalling House
- H: Dalling 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 Dalling House
Where is Dalling House located?
Dalling House is a residential care home in Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1HA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Dalling House provide?
Dalling House 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 Dalling House's CQC rating?
Dalling 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 4 November 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dalling House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Dalling House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Dalling House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Dalling House 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. Dalling 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. Dalling 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?
No. Dalling House 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
Dalling 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Dalling House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
Explore more
More care homes in Crowborough
Browse all care homes in Crowborough.