SWCH Ltd
Ashfield
Residential care home in Exmouth, Devon
Operated by Swch
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Ashfield is a residential home on Windsor Square in Exmouth, a seaside resort on the South East coast of Devon, close to the centre of the town. The building is a former townhouse dating back to the Edwardian era. The home provides residential care, including care for people living with dementia, and offers both permanent places and shorter respite stays. It has 25 registered beds. The Care Quality Commission rated the home Good overall in its 2023 report, with Good ratings for safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
Bedrooms are fully furnished and most are en suite, with a television, and many overlook a Mediterranean-style courtyard. Communal space includes a large lounge, a quieter lounge and a dining room. A chef prepares meals, and a Wellbeing Coordinator runs group and one-to-one activities and events.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 7 February 2023 · Last inspected 5 December 2022
Inspectors found that people at this small older people's home were happy with their care and spoke warmly of the staff. The building has been recently refurbished and redecorated, and people can follow their own routines, make everyday choices, and go out and take part in activities with a wellbeing co-ordinator and care staff. Inspectors found that people's medicines were managed safely and that people had single rooms for privacy.
- People felt safe and relaxed, and said they were happy with the care and the staff who support them
- Recent refurbishment and redecoration gave the premises a homely feel
- Care is personalised, people keep control over their routines and decisions, and their privacy and dignity are respected
- A wellbeing co-ordinator works with care staff to help people take part in group and individual activities
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Ambulance station about 600 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
93 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054 |
| 2025 | £1,110 |
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Local health safety net
Ashfield is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 7.9 miles away. The local GP practice is ROLLE MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Exmouth
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Exmouth and District Community Transport Group
Provides community transport for those with a mobility problem and lone parents in isolated rural areas. the charity has three tail-lift minibuses - a ring & ride bus supported by local government…
East Teignbridge Community Transport Association
Provision of transport for elderly, disabled and people with special needs and community groups
Exminster Pensioners Club
The object of the club shall be to promote the welfare of the aged and retired. Monthly meetings, outings, annual holiday and Christmas dinner. Meet at the Victory Hall, Exminster on the first…
Age UK Devon
Age UK Devon's mission is to improve the lives of older people in Devon through delivering services that: * Increase independence*Tackle loneliness & isolation*Improve health & wellbeing*Make the…
The Alice Cross Centre
To further the well-being of older people and the wider community in Teignmouth/Shaldon by supporting healthy living, through the provision of a community centre with meals (including a meal…
Friends of Heavitree Health Centre
Provide transport to medical appointments.Provide transport and assistance with shopping.Provide transport and assistance to lunch clubs.Social drop in club for carers and ex carers.Carers support…
Part of Swch
Ashfield is one of 10 homes run by Swch on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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