Bramble Down
Care home in Newton Abbot, Devon
Operated by Peninsula Care Homes
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.
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About
Bramble Down is a 40-bed care home in Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, providing residential care in South Devon. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (report published 2021).
The home supports residents who require care to help them maintain independence and quality of life, with staff available to provide assistance as needed.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 25 June 2021 · Last inspected 6 May 2021
Inspectors found a home for up to 31 older people where staff were described as kind, caring and motivated, and where treating people with dignity and respect was central to daily life. Regular staff helped people build close relationships, and care plans were updated as needs changed. Feedback from most people and relatives was positive, and the provider and management team were described as committed to good quality care.
- Staff in all roles were described as caring, kind and motivated, with a focus on dignity and respect.
- Continuity of care from regular staff, including during the pandemic, helped people form meaningful relationships.
- Activities and support were tailored to individual interests, needs and preferences, and care plans were reviewed as needs changed.
- Medicines were managed safely, staffing was sufficient, and the home worked closely with healthcare professionals to support people's health and nutrition.
- Not all feedback from people and relatives was positive; the report says the service already knew about the issues raised and was addressing them.
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.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
160 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | 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
Bramble Down is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Torbay Hospital, 5.2 miles away. The local GP practice is ALBANY SURGERY, 2.9 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Newton Abbot
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Kingscare League of Friends
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Kerswella Care
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Purple Angel Dementia Awareness Devon
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Riverside Surgery Befrienders
The provision of transport services (to and from Riverside Surgery, local hospitals, dentists, etc) for patients registered with Riverside Surgery in Bovey Tracey, Devon, particularly those who…
Age UK Torbay
The mission of the charity is to promote the well being of all older people and help make life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.To achieve this in Torbay we undertake the following:Provide…
Devon Memory Cafe Consortium
The promotion of the efficient and effective use of resources for charitable purposes among the network of Memory Cafes in Devon for the public benefit by acting as an umbrella organisation for…
Part of Peninsula Care Homes
Bramble Down is one of 5 homes run by Peninsula Care Homes 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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