Kentwood House
Kentwood House is a nursing home in Dartford, Kent (DA2 7QT). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Kentwood House
Kentwood House is a nursing home in Dartford caring for older people who need qualified nursing alongside help with everyday life, including residents with a physical disability. Nurses are on duty day and night. That means medication, wound and pressure care and conditions that need close monitoring are managed here, and somebody who becomes unwell is seen straight away rather than waiting for an appointment. It also means people do not have to move on when their health needs change, which is usually what families worry about most. For residents with a physical disability the right equipment is in place and our staff are trained to help with moving and positioning comfortably and safely, which for many people is the difference between a good day and a painful one. Good nursing exists to make an ordinary life possible. Residents choose when they get up, what they eat, where they sit and who comes to visit, and meals are cooked here with nobody hurried through a plate. Respite stays are available for people needing nursing support for a short period, often after a hospital admission, and for family carers who need a proper break. Families are welcome and we would rather hear a concern early. Please ring us if you would like to visit and look round.
Care provided at Kentwood House
- Older person care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 19 January 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Kentwood House compares in Dartford
Measured against the 22 care homes for older people registered in Dartford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 32 places. Smaller than 13 of the 22 homes. The local average is 41 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 12 of the 22 homes (55%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 17 May 2023. 7 of the 22 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 17 of the 22 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 22 homes, 10 offer nursing care and 13 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 16 of the 18 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 Dartford.
The local picture: Dartford
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dartford, 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: 8,500. Rising to 9,600 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,400. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 37%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,100. Rising to 1,400 by 2035, up 21%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 78%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 105. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 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 Kentwood House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 13 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 14 July 2026.
- Run by
- Kentwood House 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 Kentwood 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
- Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, 1.2 miles away
It is about 1.2 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
- Dr Cj Shimmins & Partners, 1.3 miles away
- Pilgrims Way Surgery, 1.3 miles away
- Lowfield Medical Centre, 1.8 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Kreate Dental Dartford, 1.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Smiledartford Dental Practice, 1.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Photay & Associates, 1.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- S & S Chopra, 1.2 miles away
- Hobbs Pharmacy, 1.3 miles away
- The Brent Pharmacy, 1.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Farningham Road Station, 1.4 miles away
- Dartford Station, 2 miles away
- Stone Crossing Station, 2.3 miles away
Around Kentwood House
- H: Kentwood 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 Kentwood House
Where is Kentwood House located?
Kentwood House is a nursing home in Dartford, Kent, DA2 7QT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Kentwood House provide?
Kentwood House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Kentwood House's CQC rating?
Kentwood House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 19 January 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Kentwood House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Kentwood House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Kentwood House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Kentwood House 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?
Yes. Yes. Kentwood House is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Kentwood 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?
No. Kentwood House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Kentwood 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Kentwood House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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