Hill Farm
Hill Farm is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent (ME9 8LZ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Hill Farm
Hill Farm is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, supporting adults with a wide range of needs. Some of the people who live here are older, some are much younger, and the mix is part of what makes the place feel like a home rather than a category. We support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, people living with mental health conditions, people with physical disabilities and people with sight or hearing loss. That breadth means we cannot work to a single formula. What one person wants is quiet, predictability and a small number of people around them. What another wants is activity, company and a reason to get out of the house. Both are legitimate and both are planned for. Independence is something we take seriously rather than talk about. Where somebody can manage a task with a little support, that is better than having it done for them, even when doing it ourselves would be quicker. We also offer respite stays, which can give a family carer a planned break or give someone a chance to try a period away from home. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you would like to visit, meet people and see how the home actually runs on a normal day, please get in touch.
Care provided at Hill Farm
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Hill Farm compares in Swale
Measured against the 25 care homes for older people registered in Swale. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 9 places. Smaller than 18 of the 25 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 25 homes (72%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 27 April 2022. 12 of the 25 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- July 2018. 8 of the 25 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 18 of the 22 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 Swale.
The local picture: Swale
What the numbers say about care for older people in Swale, 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: 15,500. Rising to 17,400 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,700. Rising to 5,600 by 2035, up 51%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 57%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 58. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 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 Hill Farm
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 6 July 2018, so 8 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 16 December 2025.
- Run by
- Optimal Living (Kent) Limited, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. All 2 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 Hill Farm
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
- Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham, 7 miles away
It is about 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 Meads Medical Practice, 1 mile away
- London Road Medical Centre, 1.4 miles away
- Memorial Medical Centre, 2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Chopra Dental Ltd, 1.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- The London Road Dental Practice, 1.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Milton Regis Dental Clinic, 1.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Kamsons Pharmacy, 1 mile away
- Newington Pharmacy, 1.2 miles away
- Kamsons Pharmacy, 1.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Newington Station, 1.2 miles away
- Sittingbourne Station, 1.8 miles away
- Kemsley Station, 2.1 miles away
Around Hill Farm
- H: Hill Farm
- 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 Hill Farm
Where is Hill Farm located?
Hill Farm is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8LZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Hill Farm provide?
Hill Farm is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Hill Farm's CQC rating?
Hill Farm is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 6 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Hill Farm offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Hill Farm offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Hill Farm
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Hill Farm 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?
No. Hill Farm 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. Hill Farm 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. Hill Farm 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
Hill Farm 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Hill Farm. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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