The Laurels Care Centre
The Laurels Care Centre is a nursing home in Hastings, East Sussex (TN35 5NB). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About The Laurels Care Centre
Here at The Laurels Care Centre in Hastings, East Sussex, we provide nursing home care for a wide range of individuals, including older adults, younger adults living with physical disabilities, and those with visual or hearing impairments. We also offer specialist dementia care and respite care for those who need a short break from their usual arrangements. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a person or family can make, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our team works hard every day to ensure that the people in our care feel comfortable, respected, and genuinely at home. We try to get to know each person as an individual, understanding their preferences, routines, and what matters most to them, so that the care we provide is personal rather than one size fits all. Our nursing care is available around the clock, giving residents and their loved ones peace of mind that clinical support is always on hand. Alongside our nursing team, we have care staff who focus on the day to day wellbeing of everyone who lives with us, whether that means a quiet conversation over a cup of tea or help with daily activities. We are open about the fact that our most recent Care Quality Commission rating reflects areas where we need to do better, and we are actively working through those improvements. We think it is important to be honest with families about where we are on that journey rather than paper over the cracks. The people who live here deserve high quality care, and we hold ourselves to account for achieving it. If you would like to find out more about The Laurels Care Centre or arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at The Laurels Care Centre
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 October 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How The Laurels Care Centre compares in Hastings
Measured against the 44 care homes for older people registered in Hastings. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 52 places. Larger than 34 of the 44 homes. The local average is 29 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 35 of the 44 homes (80%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
- Latest report
- 18 October 2024. 11 of the 44 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- October 2010. One of the longer established homes. 43 of the 44 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 44 homes, 12 offer nursing care and 22 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 29 of the 30 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 Hastings.
The local picture: Hastings
What the numbers say about care for older people in Hastings, 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: 9,700. Rising to 11,300 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,500. Rising to 3,700 by 2035, up 50%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,300. Rising to 1,600 by 2035, up 26%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 64%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 133. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- 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 Laurels Care Centre
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 27 October 2010, so 16 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 20 August 2025.
- Run by
- The Laurels Nursing Home (Hastings) 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 The Laurels Care Centre
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, 2.1 miles away
It is about 2.1 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
- Ore Station, 0.4 miles away
- Hastings Station, 1 mile away
- St Leonards Warrior Square Station, 1.7 miles away
Around The Laurels Care Centre
- H: The Laurels Care Centre
- 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 Laurels Care Centre
Where is The Laurels Care Centre located?
The Laurels Care Centre is a nursing home in Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5NB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Laurels Care Centre provide?
The Laurels Care Centre is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Laurels Care Centre's CQC rating?
The Laurels Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 18 October 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Laurels Care Centre provide dementia care?
Yes. The Laurels Care Centre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Laurels Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Laurels Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Laurels Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Laurels Care Centre 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?
Yes. Yes. The Laurels Care Centre is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Laurels Care Centre 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 Laurels Care Centre 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 Laurels Care Centre 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Laurels Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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