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Dementia care homes in Saltash

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There are 5 dementia care homes in and around Saltash on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,000 a week, while Cornwall usually pays £1,123. The largest is Ernstell House Care Home, with 64 beds.

care homes
5
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,000/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Saltash

Care homes in Saltash (5)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement

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Distance
Asheborough House Care CentreGood · Sept 2022On request315.1 mi—0.9 mi
Ernstell House Care HomeGood£1,000643.0 mi—1.4 mi
Porte Rouge Care HomeGood · Feb 2023On request304.8 mi—2.8 mi
Rowan House Residential HomeRequires improvement · Aug 2023On request264.5 mi—0.4 mi
Torpoint Nursing CentreGood · Dec 2018On request544.8 mi—2.8 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Saltash in numbers

80% of Saltash’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, in line with the England average of 79%. Based on 5 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

What Cornwall council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Dementia care homes listed5
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 5 (80%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,000
Cornwall usual weekly rate (2025)£1,123
LargestErnstell House Care Home (64 beds)
Most recently inspectedRowan House Residential Home (July 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 5
Average house price, Cornwall (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£277,801
Good4
Requires improvement1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Saltash£1,000/wk
  • Nursing, Saltash£1,000/wk
  • Dementia, Saltash£1,000/wk
  • Cornwall average£1,324/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Cornwall. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

See how care is funded or compare a care home with care at home.

Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Cornwall

The average house price in Cornwall is £277,801, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.

Average price by property type

All property types
£277,801
Detached
£424,986
Semi-detached
£279,195
Terraced
£229,445
Flats & maisonettes
£146,304

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.

Living in Saltash

  • High Retirement Community
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.
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 41% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

85 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime30
  • Criminal damage & arson17
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Shoplifting5
How we grade areas

Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, Jul 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated October 2026.

Community & connection in Saltash

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Community Regeneration Outreach Projects Ltd

To promote activities and educational opportunities for local residents and surrounding areas of Plymouth. The centre offers a warm friendly environment where people can relax and enjoy the…

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1085090)
Charity

Plymouth Music Zone Limited

PMZ's an award winning charity using music to reach out and transform the lives of some of the most disadvantaged children, young people and vulnerable adults. Music Leaders deliver music…

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1100878)
Charity

Plymouth Age Concern

Plymouth Age Concern (known as Age UK Plymouth) exists to care for and work with people over the age of 50 and their carers in and around the City of Plymouth to improve the quality of their life…

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (281820)
Charity

The Elder Tree Limited (Voluntary Visiting Service)

The Elder Tree provides an extensive support and befriending network for isolated and vulnerable older people resident in Plymouth.

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1124248)
Charity

Callington and District Age Concern

A weekly lunch club held on Thursdays in each month - providing a two course meal followed by entertainment.

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (280496)
Charity

Tavistock Community Transport Association

It provides community transport services in the Tavistock, West Devon and East Cornwall areas through the operation of the Tavistock Country Bus.

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171763)

Saltash: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+62.8%
Projected change in Cornwall, 2025 to 2035 (19,859 to 32,338). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+23%
Projected change in Cornwall, 2025 to 2035 (156,016 to 191,951). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
17
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.6%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 91.9% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
5.2 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.8 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–9 out of 10
Where the 18 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Saltash

  • St Luke's Hospice -Turnchapel · 5.7 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2025). CQC page

Hospitals near Saltash

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Saltash a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Saltash

Saltash suits those seeking a calm, smaller-town retirement away from urban bustle, particularly if family support is close by. The area has an above-average share of older residents, signalling established retirement living. However, limited dining and social venues and a small care-home sector mean you'll need to check what local provision actually fits your needs. Affordability leans toward the higher end for the region.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and a pharmacy serve the town; Plymouth's main hospital is within reach across the border.
  • Safety: Crime remains low-level overall, though recorded offences in 2026 included violent crime — worth factoring into your sense of local security.
  • Family & connection: Consider how far adult children or close friends live; a smaller town may feel isolating if your support network is distant.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Local care-home fees sit above the national average, making Saltash a pricier choice for residential care than many UK areas.
  • Transport: Buses connect to nearby Plymouth; road access is straightforward, though you may rely on a car for wider trips.
  • Housing options: The care-home sector is modest in scale, so choice is limited; early exploration of local providers is essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: The town sits on the Tamar estuary with walking access to riverside scenery; local clubs and activity groups exist, though options are fewer than in larger towns.
  • Community: One restaurant and café limits casual meeting places; you'll want to explore any memory cafés or community groups run by local health services or charities.
  • Climate: South-west England enjoys milder winters than much of the UK, though rainfall and coastal winds are typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care and social venues: Only one cafe and restaurant means social life depends heavily on in-home visits or organised group activities; check what your preferred care provider offers.
  • Higher care fees: Costs exceed the national average, so budget carefully and compare local homes thoroughly against what's available in neighbouring areas.
  • Modest over-65 share in broader context || At 26%, Saltash has more older residents than average, yet the town remains small; retirement services and peer community may feel less developed than in larger established retirement hubs.

Questions about care homes in Saltash

How many dementia care homes are there in Saltash?

AskBart lists 5 dementia care homes in and around Saltash, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are dementia care homes in Saltash rated?

Of the 5 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 4 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do dementia care homes in Saltash cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,000 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between dementia care homes in Saltash?

Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Choosing a dementia-friendly care home" covers what to look for.

Weighing up your options in Saltash?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Saltash:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Saltash

Near Saltash

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our dementia care guides.

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