Terrance House
Terrance House is a residential care home in Margate, Kent (CT9 1XQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Terrance House
We are Terrance House, a residential care home in Margate, Kent. We support older people and younger adults, including those living with dementia, people managing a mental health condition, people with a visual or hearing impairment, and people affected by eating disorders or by alcohol and drug misuse. We also offer respite stays. Supporting people through difficulties of this range asks for patience and consistency more than anything else. Progress is rarely a straight line, and a placement works best when somebody is not treated as a problem to be managed on the harder days. A settled environment, staff who are not easily shocked and do not take a bad day personally, and a routine that is there to lean on rather than to enforce do more than anything else we could offer. We work alongside community teams, GPs, clinical staff and social workers so that what happens here joins up with what happens elsewhere. People living here keep as much control over their own lives as they are able and wish to. Where a decision needs support, we give support rather than substituting our judgement for theirs. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.
Care provided at Terrance House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Eating disorder support
- Substance misuse support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 24 January 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Terrance House compares in Thanet
Measured against the 42 care homes for older people registered in Thanet. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 48 places. Larger than 29 of the 42 homes. The local average is 37 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 28 of the 42 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 24 January 2020. 28 of the 42 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 30 of the 42 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 42 homes, 24 offer dementia 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 Thanet.
The local picture: Thanet
What the numbers say about care for older people in Thanet, 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: 18,100. Rising to 20,300 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,600 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 86. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 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 Terrance House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 20 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 21 October 2025.
- Run by
- Terrance House 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 Terrance House
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
- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, 0.7 miles away
It is about 0.7 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
- The Limes Medical Centre, 0.4 miles away
- Northdown & Dashwood Surgery, 1.2 miles away
- Bethesda Medical Centre, 1.5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Portman Smile Clinic Margate, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Harbour Dental Surgery, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Northdown Road Dental Practice, 0.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Boots, 0.1 miles away
- Hawley Street Pharmacy, 0.2 miles away
- Northdown Pharmacy, 1 mile away
Nearest railway stations
- Margate Station, 0.3 miles away
- Westgate-on-Sea Station, 1.8 miles away
- Broadstairs Station, 2.9 miles away
Around Terrance House
- H: Terrance House
- 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 Terrance House
Where is Terrance House located?
Terrance House is a residential care home in Margate, Kent, CT9 1XQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Terrance House provide?
Terrance House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Eating disorder support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Terrance House's CQC rating?
Terrance House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 24 January 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Terrance House provide dementia care?
Yes. Terrance House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Terrance House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Terrance House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Terrance House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Terrance House 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?
No. Terrance House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Terrance House 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. Terrance House 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
Terrance House 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Terrance House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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