Ashdale House
Ashdale House is a residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex (BN20 7AU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ashdale House
We at Ashdale House are proud to offer a welcoming residential care home in the heart of Eastbauerne, where personalised support meets genuine warmth. Set within the coastal town of Eastbourne in East Sussex, our home provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and sensory impairments, creating a place where every individual feels valued, understood, and at home. Our setting in the BN postcode area places us within a familiar and accessible part of Eastbourne, allowing residents to remain connected to the wider community whilst enjoying the comfort and security of a thoughtfully designed home environment. The South East coastal location offers a calm, friendly backdrop to daily life, and our home itself is arranged to feel domestic and reassuring rather than clinical, supporting residents to live as independently and confidently as possible. The people we support are at the very centre of everything we do. We specialise in residential care for younger adults and individuals living with learning disabilities or autism, as well as those with visual or hearing impairments. In practice, this means our team takes time to truly understand each person, their communication preferences, their routines, the activities that bring them joy, and the goals they wish to pursue. We work closely with families, healthcare professionals, and advocates to ensure that care is consistent, respectful, and tailored to the individual rather than the diagnosis. Whether someone needs gentle encouragement to try a new hobby, structured support with daily routines, or specialist communication approaches to navigate sensory differences, we aim to make every day meaningful. For families, this person centred approach offers real reassurance. We understand how significant the decision to move a loved one into residential care can be, particularly when that loved one has complex needs or relies on familiar routines to feel safe. We work hard to build trusting relationships with relatives, keeping lines of communication open and welcoming families as partners in care. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, where Ashdale House was rated Good overall. We achieved a Good rating across all five key areas assessed by the regulator: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent recognition provides confidence that the care delivered here meets recognised national standards, that our team is appropriately skilled and supported, and that the home is run in a way that genuinely puts residents first. We take pride in this rating and remain committed to continuous improvement, listening carefully to residents, relatives, and our staff to keep developing the quality of life we offer. Choosing the right care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we recognise that no description can fully capture the feel of a home. If you are exploring residential care options in Eastbourne for a loved one with a learning disability, autism, or a sensory impairment, we warmly invite you to get in touch with us. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about how we support the people who live here, and arrange a visit so you can experience the atmosphere of Ashdale House for yourself. Whatever stage you are at in your search, please know that you are not alone, and we are here to help you find the right path forward.
Care provided at Ashdale House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 March 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Ashdale House compares in Eastbourne
Measured against the 64 care homes registered in Eastbourne. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 11 places. Smaller than 51 of the 64 homes. The local average is 32 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 52 of the 64 homes (81%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
- Latest report
- 4 March 2020. 40 of the 64 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 62 of the 64 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 49 of the 53 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Eastbourne.
The local picture: Eastbourne
What the numbers say about care for older people in Eastbourne, 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: 14,800. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,300. Rising to 6,400 by 2035, up 47%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 25%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 72%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 114. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 6 changed owner, covering 336 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.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 1.1 miles: Shalom 8 Carew Road Eastbourne East Sussex. Application for a 11 bed care home through a change of use. Submitted 18 December 2025. Approved 30 December 2025.
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 Ashdale House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 12 November 2025.
- Run by
- Alliance Home Care (Learning Disabilities) Limited, 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 Ashdale 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
- Eastbourne District General Hospital, Eastbourne, 1.9 miles away
It is about 1.9 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
- Eastbourne Station, 0.6 miles away
- Hampden Park (Sussex) Station, 2.5 miles away
- Pevensey & Westham Station, 4.3 miles away
Around Ashdale House
- H: Ashdale 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 Ashdale House
Where is Ashdale House located?
Ashdale House is a residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7AU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ashdale House provide?
Ashdale House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ashdale House's CQC rating?
Ashdale House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 4 March 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ashdale House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ashdale House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ashdale House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Ashdale 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. Ashdale 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. Ashdale 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. Ashdale 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
Ashdale 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 Ashdale House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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