Drake Nursing Home is a 32-bed nursing home in Plymouth, South West England.
Dementia care homes in South West England – page 19
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There are 443 dementia care homes in South West England on AskBart. 89% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,279 a week. The largest is Avonbourne Care Centre Care Home, with 120 beds. The most recent inspection was at Averlea Residential Home in November 2023.
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VerifiedSignature House is a 48-bed care home in Dorchester, Dorset.
VerifiedEdgehill Care Home is a 60-bed care home in Swindon, Wiltshire, operated by Agincare.
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VerifiedWessex House is a 56-bed nursing home in Somerton, Somerset, providing care for older people and younger adults.
VerifiedOSJCT Willowcroft is a 42-bed care home in Salisbury, Wiltshire, operated by the Orders of St John Care Trust.
VerifiedDidsbury Court is a 21-bed residential care home in Torquay, Devon, providing care for older people and those living with dementia.
VerifiedFernhill is a 58-bed care home in Ferndown, Dorset, operated by Colten Care.
Tregenna House is a 49-bed care home in Camborne, Cornwall.
VerifiedCrossley House is a care home in Bristol providing accommodation and support for 17 residents.
VerifiedThe Hamptons is a 37-bed residential care home in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, providing care for people with dementia and older adults.
VerifiedCornerways is a 50-bed care home in Paignton, Torbay, Devon.
VerifiedHeathcote Care Home is a 17-bed care home located in Swanage, Dorset.
VerifiedAshfield is a residential care home in Exmouth, East Devon, providing care for 25 residents.
VerifiedNewstone House is a 62-bed nursing home in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, run by Colten Care.
Islands' View is a 14-bed residential care home on the Isles of Scilly in South West England.
VerifiedHorfield Lodge is a 75-bed care home operated by Methodist Homes, located in Bristol.
VerifiedKenwyn is a 25-bed care home in Crediton, Devon, run by SWCH Ltd.
VerifiedInwood House is a residential care home in Salisbury, Wiltshire, providing care for up to 20 residents.
VerifiedKingsley House is a nursing home in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, providing nursing and dementia care for 37 residents.
Bourne House is a care home run by Orders of St John Care Trust in Salisbury, Wiltshire.
Key facts: South West England
| Dementia care homes listed | 443 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 366 of 412 (89%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 24 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 46 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,279 |
| Largest | Avonbourne Care Centre Care Home (120 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Averlea Residential Home (November 2023) |
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Dementia care homes in South West England: questions
- How many dementia care homes are there in South West England?
- AskBart lists 443 dementia care homes in South West England, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are dementia care homes in South West England rated?
- Of the 412 inspected, 24 are rated Outstanding, 342 Good, 46 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
- How much do dementia care homes in South West England cost?
- Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,286 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 South West England?
- 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.
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Dementia-Friendly Care Home
- The Stages of Dementia: What to Expect (2026)
- Caring for Someone with Dementia: How to Cope (2026)
More in our dementia care guides.