Alfriston Court Care Home
Alfriston Court Care Home is a nursing home in Polegate, East Sussex (BN26 5UR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Alfriston Court Care Home
We are Alfriston Court Care Home, a nursing home in Polegate, East Sussex. We care for older people who need qualified nursing alongside support with daily living, including people with physical disabilities, and we take respite admissions for shorter stays. We have kept our focus clear. Nursing care for older people is what we do, and we would rather do that thoroughly than stretch ourselves across every kind of provision. Nurses on duty at all hours mean health needs can be looked after as they change, so that nobody has to move again just as they have settled somewhere. Nursing homes can easily feel clinical, so we work against that. People get up when they want, eat what they like, sit where they choose and keep their own furniture, pictures and routines. We ask about the details of a life, the work someone did, the garden they kept, the hour they prefer to be left in peace, and we write those things into how we work so they survive a change of shift. Where somebody has a physical disability, access, equipment and getting about get proper attention, so those needs are met without fuss. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Visitors are welcome at any reasonable hour. Please ring us and come and see the home.
Care provided at Alfriston Court Care Home
- Older person care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 May 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Alfriston Court Care Home compares in Wealden
Measured against the 47 care homes for older people registered in Wealden. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 30 places. Smaller than 31 of the 47 homes. The local average is 45 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 32 of the 47 homes (68%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
- Latest report
- 25 May 2021. 24 of the 47 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2024. 12 of the 47 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing care. Of the 47 homes, 22 offer nursing care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 37 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 Alfriston Court Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 8 January 2024, so 2 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 15 December 2025.
- Run by
- Alfriston Care Ltd, 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 Alfriston Court Care Home
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, 5.3 miles away
It is about 5.3 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
- Old School Surgery, 3.6 miles away
- Seaford Medical Practice, 3.6 miles away
- Manor Park Medical Centre, 3.8 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Sea Smile, 3.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- 41 43 High Street (Dental Surgery), 3.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Claremont Dental Practice, 3.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Cameron L & Sons Ltd, 3.5 miles away
- Boots, 3.6 miles away
- Seaford Pharmacy, 3.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Berwick (Sussex) Station, 2.1 miles away
- Seaford Station, 3.6 miles away
- Bishopstone Station, 3.8 miles away
Around Alfriston Court Care Home
- H: Alfriston Court Care Home
- 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 Alfriston Court Care Home
Where is Alfriston Court Care Home located?
Alfriston Court Care Home is a nursing home in Polegate, East Sussex, BN26 5UR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Alfriston Court Care Home provide?
Alfriston Court Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Alfriston Court Care Home's CQC rating?
Alfriston Court Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 May 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Alfriston Court Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Alfriston Court Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Alfriston Court Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Alfriston Court Care Home 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?
Yes. Yes. Alfriston Court Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Alfriston Court Care Home 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. Alfriston Court Care Home 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
Alfriston Court Care Home 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Alfriston Court Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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