Highfield Care Home
Highfield Care Home is a nursing home in Canterbury, Kent (CT4 5DX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Highfield Care Home
Here at Highfield Care Home in Canterbury, Kent, we provide nursing care for people who need consistent, skilled support as part of their daily lives. Our team is registered with the Care Quality Commission and we are proud to hold a "good" overall rating, which reflects the genuine effort that goes into everything we do here. We support a wide range of people, including older adults, those living with dementia, and younger adults with physical disabilities. We also offer respite care for those who need a short stay, whether that is to recover after a hospital admission or to give a family member or carer some time to rest. Whatever brings someone through our doors, we try to make sure they feel at home from the very first day. Nursing care sits at the heart of what we do. Our nursing staff work closely with residents, their families, and visiting healthcare professionals to make sure that each person's health needs are properly understood and well managed. We know that no two people are the same, and we put a lot of thought into getting care plans right so that they reflect each individual's preferences, routines, and wishes. For those living with dementia, we aim to create an environment that feels familiar and calm, where residents can move through their day with as little confusion or distress as possible. We take time to learn about each person's history and what matters most to them, because we believe that knowing someone well is the foundation of good care. We are part of the Canterbury community and we take that seriously. Families are always welcome here, and we encourage them to stay closely involved in their loved one's life with us. If you would like to find out more or come in for a visit, we would love to hear from you.
Care provided at Highfield Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 May 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Highfield Care Home compares in Canterbury
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Canterbury. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 34 places. Larger than 30 of the 54 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 34 of the 54 homes (63%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 28 May 2026. 6 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2023. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 12 of the 54 have registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 54 homes, 15 offer nursing care and 35 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 46 of the 50 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 Canterbury.
The local picture: Canterbury
What the numbers say about care for older people in Canterbury, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent 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: 19,800. Rising to 23,300 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,300. Rising to 8,200 by 2035, up 54%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 73%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 91. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 2 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 153 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 3.4 miles: Depot Adj Hall Place Harbledown Bypass Harbledown Kent. Application for a 72 bed care home through a change of use. Submitted 11 November 2025. Decision pending.
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 Highfield Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 February 2023, so 3 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 8 October 2026.
- Run by
- Vivendo Care 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 Highfield 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
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 12.5 miles away
It is about 12.5 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
- Bekesbourne Station, 0.7 miles away
- Canterbury East Station, 2.2 miles away
- Sturry Station, 2.3 miles away
Around Highfield Care Home
- H: Highfield 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 Highfield Care Home
Where is Highfield Care Home located?
Highfield Care Home is a nursing home in Canterbury, Kent, CT4 5DX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Highfield Care Home provide?
Highfield Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Highfield Care Home's CQC rating?
Highfield 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 28 May 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Highfield Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Highfield Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Highfield Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Highfield Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Highfield Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Highfield 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. Highfield 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. Highfield 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. Highfield 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
Highfield 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
- 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 Highfield Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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