Saltwood Care Centre
Saltwood Care Centre is a nursing home in Hythe, Kent (CT21 5UQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Saltwood Care Centre
We at Saltwood Care Centre are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the welcoming town of Hythe, Kent. As a dedicated nursing home, we provide a safe, supportive environment where residents can feel truly at home, whilst families gain peace of mind knowing their loved ones are cared for with skill and warmth. Nestled within the CT postcode area of Hythe, our home benefits from the gentle character of this coastal Kent town. The South East setting offers a calm and familiar backdrop for daily life, and our home has been thoughtfully arranged to feel comfortable, homely, and reassuring from the moment you step through the door. Our specialism in nursing and older person care sits at the heart of what we do. With qualified nursing support available, we are able to meet a wide range of clinical needs whilst preserving each resident's dignity, routine, and individuality. We also offer specialist dementia care, taking time to understand each person's history, preferences, and the small details that bring comfort throughout the day. We extend our care to adults living with physical disabilities and those with visual or hearing impairments, adapting communication and daily support so that every resident feels included and understood. We also welcome younger adults who may require nursing support, recognising that age does not define need, and that meaningful, age appropriate care matters at every stage of life. For families navigating a sudden change in circumstances, or simply needing a trusted break from caring at home, our respite care offers short term stays in the same nurturing environment our long term residents enjoy. It can be a gentle introduction to residential life, a recovery space after hospital, or a reassuring pause for family carers who need rest. In its most recent inspection in May 2022, the Care Quality Commission rated Saltwood Care Centre Good overall, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers reassurance that the care delivered here meets the standards expected of a quality nursing home, and that our team is committed to maintaining and building upon them. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the questions, worries, and hopes that come with it. We warmly invite you to get in touch, ask anything you wish, and arrange a visit to see our home for yourself. Whether you are exploring long term nursing care, dementia support, or a short respite stay in Hythe, we are here to listen and to help you find the right way forward.
Care provided at Saltwood Care Centre
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 May 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Saltwood Care Centre. Report published 25 May 2022.
- 11 April 2022
- 68 places, 60 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people received safe care and treatment from staff who knew them. Medicines and infection control were both managed safely, and lessons were learned when things went wrong. Most of the time there were enough staff to meet people's needs.
Well-led
Inspectors found that quality assurance processes were in place to monitor the service, and regular audits were carried out. Staff had received appropriate training and supervision. A new manager had been appointed since the last inspection, and staff told inspectors they found them approachable and supportive.
What people told the inspectors
People told inspectors they felt safe and were happy living at the home. Relatives agreed their loved ones were safe and happy.
Personally, I could not fault their care. On the whole I am very pleased with the service. A relative of a person living at the home
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in May 2022, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 25 May 2022: Inspection looking at part of the service, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 1 March 2022: Inspection looking at part of the service
- 3 February 2018: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 29 October 2016: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 5 October 2015: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 11 June 2014: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Saltwood Care Centre compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 46 care homes for older people registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 68 places. Larger than 43 of the 46 homes. The local average is 30 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 31 of the 46 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 25 May 2022. 17 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 32 of the 46 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 46 homes, 14 offer nursing care and 21 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 31 of the 34 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 Folkestone and Hythe.
The local picture: Folkestone and Hythe
What the numbers say about care for older people in Folkestone and Hythe, 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: 15,700. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,200 by 2035, up 57%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 88. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed
- 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.
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 Saltwood Care Centre
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 19 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 24 November 2025.
- Run by
- Saltwood Care Centre 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 Saltwood 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
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 8.8 miles away
It is about 8.8 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
- Sandling Station, 1.5 miles away
- Westenhanger Station, 2.6 miles away
- Folkestone West Station, 2.8 miles away
Around Saltwood Care Centre
- H: Saltwood 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 Saltwood Care Centre
Where is Saltwood Care Centre located?
Saltwood Care Centre is a nursing home in Hythe, Kent, CT21 5UQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Saltwood Care Centre provide?
Saltwood 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 Saltwood Care Centre's CQC rating?
Saltwood Care Centre 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 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Saltwood Care Centre provide dementia care?
Yes. Saltwood Care Centre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Saltwood Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Saltwood Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Saltwood Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Saltwood 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. Saltwood 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. Saltwood 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. Saltwood 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
Saltwood 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 Saltwood Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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