Bradbury House
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds21
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2017-11-25
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Visitors describe walking into a home where residents are actively engaged — whether that's joining in with organised activities or tending the garden. The atmosphere feels lively rather than institutional, with staff who take time to build real relationships with residents through conversation and shared humour.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth52
- Compassion & dignity52
- Cleanliness52
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare52
- Management & leadership55
- Resident happiness50
What inspectors found
Inspected 2017-11-25
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the March 2021 inspection. This domain covers care planning, staff training, access to healthcare professionals, nutrition, and how well the home supports residents' health needs. Dementia is listed as a specialism, which implies some level of specific training and adapted practice. No detail about care plan content, GP access frequency, or dementia training programmes is available in the published summary.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the March 2021 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and how well the home supports residents' independence. No direct inspector observations, resident quotes, or family testimony are available in the published summary. The Good rating indicates that inspectors were satisfied with what they found, but the specific behaviours they observed are not recorded here.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the March 2021 inspection. This domain covers activities, individual engagement, how complaints are handled, and end-of-life planning. No specific detail about the activity programme, one-to-one engagement for residents with advanced dementia, or complaint handling is available in the published summary.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the March 2021 inspection. A named registered manager, Mrs Sheree Sharon Burleton, is recorded, along with a nominated individual, Ms Rachel Harvey, from the operating organisation, Aria Healthcare Group. The July 2023 monitoring review found no new concerns. No specific detail about management visibility, staff culture, incident learning, or governance processes is available in the published summary.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Bradbury House provides residential care for adults over 65, with specific expertise in dementia care. They also accommodate younger adults who need residential support. For residents living with dementia, the smaller scale of Bradbury House can be particularly beneficial. The home's approach emphasises maintaining connections and encouraging participation in daily life. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Bradbury House holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, so scores reflect a baseline Good without the direct observations, quotes, or examples that would push any theme higher.
Homes in East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors describe walking into a home where residents are actively engaged — whether that's joining in with organised activities or tending the garden. The atmosphere feels lively rather than institutional, with staff who take time to build real relationships with residents through conversation and shared humour.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff here appear genuinely attentive to residents' needs, greeting both residents and visitors warmly. The team seems to understand that good care goes beyond meeting physical needs — they facilitate activities, encourage participation, and maintain connections with the wider community through events that families can join.
How it sits against good practice
If you're looking for residential care in the Braintree area, Bradbury House offers a community-focused environment where individual character is valued.
Worth a visit
Bradbury House on New Street in Braintree is rated Good across all five inspection domains. The most recent full inspection took place in March 2021, with a monitoring review carried out in July 2023 that found no reason to change the rating. The home is a 21-bed service registered to care for adults over and under 65, including people living with dementia, and is run by Aria Healthcare Group with a named registered manager in post. The main limitation here is the amount of published detail available. The Good rating is a genuine positive, but the inspection summary does not include direct staff observations, resident or family quotes, staffing ratios, activity descriptions, or food quality findings. That means the Family Score of 68 reflects a solid baseline rather than confirmed strength in any specific area. Before visiting, prepare a list of specific questions: how many permanent staff are on the dementia unit after 8pm, what the activity programme looks like for someone who cannot join group sessions, and how the home communicates with families when something changes. A visit at a mealtime will also tell you a great deal that this report cannot.
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In Their Own Words
How Bradbury House describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where genuine warmth meets smaller scale living in Braintree
Bradbury House – Expert Care in Braintree
There's something different about the atmosphere at Bradbury House in Braintree. Maybe it's the way staff stop to chat with residents in the corridors, or how the smaller scale of the home creates a more intimate feel. Families visiting here often mention feeling welcomed into a community that extends beyond just providing care.
Who they care for
Bradbury House provides residential care for adults over 65, with specific expertise in dementia care. They also accommodate younger adults who need residential support.
For residents living with dementia, the smaller scale of Bradbury House can be particularly beneficial. The home's approach emphasises maintaining connections and encouraging participation in daily life.
“If you're looking for residential care in the Braintree area, Bradbury House offers a community-focused environment where individual character is valued.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Bradbury House holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, so scores reflect a baseline Good without the direct observations, quotes, or examples that would push any theme higher.
Homes in East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors describe walking into a home where residents are actively engaged — whether that's joining in with organised activities or tending the garden. The atmosphere feels lively rather than institutional, with staff who take time to build real relationships with residents through conversation and shared humour.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff here appear genuinely attentive to residents' needs, greeting both residents and visitors warmly. The team seems to understand that good care goes beyond meeting physical needs — they facilitate activities, encourage participation, and maintain connections with the wider community through events that families can join.
How it sits against good practice
If you're looking for residential care in the Braintree area, Bradbury House offers a community-focused environment where individual character is valued.
Worth a visit
Bradbury House on New Street in Braintree is rated Good across all five inspection domains. The most recent full inspection took place in March 2021, with a monitoring review carried out in July 2023 that found no reason to change the rating. The home is a 21-bed service registered to care for adults over and under 65, including people living with dementia, and is run by Aria Healthcare Group with a named registered manager in post. The main limitation here is the amount of published detail available. The Good rating is a genuine positive, but the inspection summary does not include direct staff observations, resident or family quotes, staffing ratios, activity descriptions, or food quality findings. That means the Family Score of 68 reflects a solid baseline rather than confirmed strength in any specific area. Before visiting, prepare a list of specific questions: how many permanent staff are on the dementia unit after 8pm, what the activity programme looks like for someone who cannot join group sessions, and how the home communicates with families when something changes. A visit at a mealtime will also tell you a great deal that this report cannot.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Bradbury House measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Bradbury House describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where genuine warmth meets smaller scale living in Braintree
Bradbury House – Expert Care in Braintree
There's something different about the atmosphere at Bradbury House in Braintree. Maybe it's the way staff stop to chat with residents in the corridors, or how the smaller scale of the home creates a more intimate feel. Families visiting here often mention feeling welcomed into a community that extends beyond just providing care.
Who they care for
Bradbury House provides residential care for adults over 65, with specific expertise in dementia care. They also accommodate younger adults who need residential support.
For residents living with dementia, the smaller scale of Bradbury House can be particularly beneficial. The home's approach emphasises maintaining connections and encouraging participation in daily life.
Management & ethos
Staff here appear genuinely attentive to residents' needs, greeting both residents and visitors warmly. The team seems to understand that good care goes beyond meeting physical needs — they facilitate activities, encourage participation, and maintain connections with the wider community through events that families can join.
The home & environment
The home maintains high standards of cleanliness throughout, with individual rooms that reflect each resident's personality and preferences. There's even mention of an on-site bar, which adds to the social atmosphere. The gardens provide outdoor space for residents who enjoy being outside.
“If you're looking for residential care in the Braintree area, Bradbury House offers a community-focused environment where individual character is valued.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
