Whitecliff Care Home

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Whitecliff Care Home is a nursing home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex (TN38 0JU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Whitecliff Care Home

We at Whitecliff Care Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the coastal town of St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex. Nestled within the welcoming TN postcode area, our home provides a supportive and homely environment where residents can feel safe, valued, and truly cared for every single day. Our setting benefits from the gentle charm of the South East coast, offering residents a peaceful backdrop in which to enjoy daily life. St Leonards On Sea is a town known for its blend of seaside tranquillity and community warmth, and we feel privileged to be part of it. Within our home, we aim to create spaces that feel comfortable and familiar, where residents can relax in shared lounges, spend quiet moments in reflection, or enjoy the company of family and friends in a welcoming atmosphere. Care at Whitecliff is thoughtfully tailored to meet a wide range of needs. We specialise in older person care and nursing care, supporting residents who require clinical attention alongside the everyday warmth of a genuine home. Our team is also experienced in dementia care, offering patient, person centred support to those living with memory loss and cognitive change, whilst providing families with the reassurance that their loved one is being cared for with dignity and understanding. Beyond this, we welcome younger adults and provide dedicated support for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. We recognise that every person has their own story, preferences, and aspirations, and we work closely with each resident to ensure their care reflects who they are. For families needing shorter term support, our respite care offering provides a trusted place of comfort, whether following a hospital stay, during a carer's break, or as a gentle introduction to residential life. In practice, this means our residents benefit from care that adapts to them rather than the other way around. Families can expect open communication, a willingness to listen, and a team committed to building meaningful relationships. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our overall CQC rating of Good, awarded following our most recent inspection in March 2023. Inspectors rated us as Good across the domains of Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive, recognising the standards we uphold in day to day care. We were rated as Requires Improvement in the Well led domain, and we view this as a meaningful opportunity to strengthen our leadership and continue raising the standard of what we offer. We are dedicated to ongoing improvement and to being transparent with the families who trust us. If you are exploring nursing care options in St Leonards On Sea for someone dear to you, we warmly invite you to learn more about Whitecliff Care Home. Whether you are seeking long term nursing support, specialist dementia care, or a short respite stay, our team is here to listen, to guide, and to reassure. Please reach out to arrange a conversation or a visit, and let us show you how we can help your loved one feel truly at home.

Care provided at Whitecliff Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

How Whitecliff Care Home compares in Hastings

Measured against the 44 care homes for older people registered in Hastings. The dark dot is this home.

Size
28 places. Larger than 25 of the 44 homes. The local average is 29 places.
CQC rating
Good. 35 of the 44 homes (80%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
Latest report
29 March 2023. 21 of the 44 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
Registered
November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 42 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 careWhat the council paysWhat 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 careNot 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 careNot 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 Whitecliff Care Home

Facts from public registers, and what is close by.

Registered with CQC
22 November 2010, so 15 years.
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 14 March 2026.
Run by
Coast Care Homes Ltd, which runs 5 adult social care services in England. 4 of the 5 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 Whitecliff 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

  • 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

  • St Leonards Warrior Square Station, 0.1 miles away
  • West St Leonards Station, 0.8 miles away
  • Hastings Station, 0.9 miles away

Around Whitecliff Care Home

1 mile2 milesH24 hour A&E: Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 2.1 miles awayAGP practice: Sedlescombe House, 0.8 miles awayGGP practice: The Station Practice, 0.9 miles awayGGP practice: Carisbrooke Surgery, 1.2 miles awayGDentist: Flint House Dental Practice, 0.8 miles awayDDentist: Plaza Health Cenre, 0.9 miles awayDDentist: David Neal Dedicated Dental Care, 1.1 miles awayDPharmacy: Clarity Pharmacy, 0.2 miles awayPPharmacy: Boots, 0.3 miles awayPPharmacy: Blooms Pharmacy, 0.5 miles awayPRailway station: St Leonards Warrior Square Station, 0.1 miles awaySRailway station: West St Leonards Station, 0.8 miles awaySRailway station: Hastings Station, 0.9 miles awaySA&E 2.1 mi
  • H: Whitecliff 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 Whitecliff Care Home

Where is Whitecliff Care Home located?

Whitecliff Care Home is a nursing home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, TN38 0JU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Whitecliff Care Home provide?

Whitecliff Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Whitecliff Care Home's CQC rating?

Whitecliff 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 29 March 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Whitecliff Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Whitecliff Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Whitecliff Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Whitecliff Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Whitecliff Care Home

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Whitecliff Care Home 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. Whitecliff 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. Whitecliff 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?

Yes. Yes. Whitecliff Care Home 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

Whitecliff 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.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Whitecliff Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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