The Haven
The Haven is a residential care home in Peacehaven, East Sussex (BN10 7LP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Haven
Here at The Haven, we are a residential care home based in Peacehaven, East Sussex, and we support adults with learning disabilities and autism, including younger adults who need a place to feel genuinely at home rather than simply cared for. We offer both long term residential placements and shorter respite stays, which means we can support people at different points in their lives and give family carers a much needed break when the time comes. Peacehaven is a friendly coastal community and we think that environment matters. Being close to the sea, local amenities and green spaces gives the people we support real opportunities to live full, connected lives rather than being contained within four walls. We want to be straightforward with anyone looking at our home. Our most recent CQC inspection resulted in a requires improvement rating, and we take that seriously. We are actively working through the feedback we received and making the changes needed. We think it is important that families and prospective residents know this rather than gloss over it. What we can tell you is that the people here are committed to doing better, and that work is already underway. What we focus on day to day is getting to know each person properly. People with learning disabilities and autism often have very specific ways of communicating, very particular routines and preferences, and a history that deserves to be understood rather than managed. We try to build genuine relationships and create an atmosphere where people feel safe, respected and able to make choices about their own lives. If you would like to visit The Haven, ask questions or simply have a conversation about whether we might be the right fit for someone you care about, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk.
Care provided at The Haven
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 17 September 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How The Haven compares in Lewes
Measured against the 43 care homes registered in Lewes. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 5 places. Smaller than 41 of the 43 homes. The local average is 28 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 32 of the 43 homes (74%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
- Latest report
- 17 September 2026. The most recent report in the area. None of the other homes has published a newer one.
- Registered
- August 2018. 15 of the 43 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 28 of the 31 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Lewes.
The local picture: Lewes
What the numbers say about care for older people in Lewes, 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: 15,500. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,400 by 2035, up 47%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 57%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 62. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 203 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 The Haven
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 10 August 2018, so 8 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 18 August 2025.
- Run by
- Lifeways Community Care Limited, which runs 33 adult social care services in England. 20 of the 24 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 The Haven
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, 5 miles away
It is about 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
- Southease - Piddinghoe Road Station, 2.6 miles away
- Newhaven Town Station, 2.8 miles away
- Newhaven Harbour Station, 2.9 miles away
Around The Haven
- H: The Haven
- 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 The Haven
Where is The Haven located?
The Haven is a residential care home in Peacehaven, East Sussex, BN10 7LP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Haven provide?
The Haven is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Haven's CQC rating?
The Haven is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 September 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Haven offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Haven offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Haven
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Haven 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. The Haven 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. The Haven 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. The Haven 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
The Haven 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 The Haven. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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