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33 homes

There are 33 care homes in and around East Devon on AskBart. 94% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,385 a week, while Devon usually pays £1,110. The largest is Raleigh Manor Care Home, with 75 beds.

care homes
33
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
94%
typical residential fee
£1,385/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Devon council pays
£1,110/wk

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East Devon

Care homes in East Devon (33)

★ With family reviews

5 in East Devon, 28 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Sheridan HouseGood · Apr 2020On request258.4 mi—
Sidmouth Nursing HomeGood · Nov 2025On request2911.7 mi—
Southgarth Care HomeGood · Jan 2020On request258.2 mi—
Sundial Care HomeOutstanding · Aug 2018On request379.3 mi—
The Firs Care HomeGood£1,100389.6 mi—
The HomesteadGood · Mar 2018On request248.3 mi—
The Old VicarageGood · Dec 2018On request269.9 mi—
Trianon—On request67.7 mi—
Vale View HeightsGood · Jun 2023On request5512.6 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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Areas in East Devon

East Devon in numbers

94% of East Devon’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 7 rated Outstanding. Based on 31 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in East Devon costs about £1,385/week, while Devon’s published usual rate is around £1,110/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £275/week (about £14,300/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

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

Care homes listed33
Rated Good or Outstanding29 of 31 (94%)
Rated Outstanding7
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate2
Average published weekly fee£1,385
Devon usual weekly rate (2025)£1,110
LargestRaleigh Manor Care Home (75 beds)
Most recently inspectedLinksway (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 14 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 10 · Respite 11
Average house price, East Devon (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£345,757
Outstanding7
Good22
Requires improvement2
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, East Devon£1,385/wk
  • Nursing, East Devon£1,435/wk
  • Dementia, East Devon£1,367/wk
  • Devon average£1,225/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Devon usual rate£1,110/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Devon. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Devon's usual cost of residential care (2025). 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 · Respite care

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

House prices in East Devon

The average house price in East Devon is £345,757, 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
£345,757
Detached
£538,966
Semi-detached
£338,579
Terraced
£274,572
Flats & maisonettes
£184,423

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 East Devon

East Devon is a well-established retirement area with a noticeably older population and a good choice of care homes, most rated well by the regulator. It suits families seeking a quieter, rural setting with strong CQC-rated provision — though you'll need to weigh distance to larger hospitals and limited everyday services against the peaceful surroundings.

  • High Retirement Community
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood
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.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA

Excellent — quieter than 87% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesC

Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

13 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime5
  • Other theft2
  • Shoplifting2
  • Criminal damage & arson2
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, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in East Devon

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

Charity

Ottery Help Scheme

We work closely with our local community to provide transport for medical appointments, a wide range of activity groups that focus on enhancing wellbeing and building social connections, as well…

1.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1150898)
Charity

Trip Community Transport Association

Providing and maintaining non-profit community transport services.general mobility aids and equipment, and a befriending service

3.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1082544)
Charity

Honiton Carers Support Group

Activities include Art & Craft, Speakers on various subjects, Walk & Chats and many other activities all chosen by the members themselves.

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1209718)
Charity

The Sid Valley Memory Cafe

We provide help and support to people within the Sid Valley with memory issues, their carers and loved ones. Our services include weekly meetings with music with our own pianist, games, quizzes,…

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1154261)

East Devon: health, services and environment

Hospitals near East Devon

Is East Devon a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in East Devon

East Devon has a significantly higher share of residents aged 65 and over than the national average, marking it as a mature, retirement-friendly area. The five care homes listed here span a range of sizes, with four rated good and one outstanding by the CQC — a solid track record. It suits people who value quieter, rural living and have family or support networks they can reach by car or a longer journey; those dependent on frequent hospital visits or urban amenities may find the remoteness challenging.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You will need to establish where your nearest GP surgery and hospital are; the area is rural, so travel times to emergency care and specialist services are likely significant.
  • Safety: Recorded crime is low, at 13 offences in April 2026, with violent crime and theft as the main categories — a reassuringly peaceful area.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close your family network is; rural location and distance to larger towns may mean visits require planning and a car journey.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Check care-home fees locally; the national average is a useful benchmark, but rural South West provision can vary. Ask homes directly for their weekly rates.
  • Transport: East Devon is car-dependent; public transport links to nearby cities and towns exist but are not frequent. Walking within your chosen location will depend on the specific home and whether it's in a village or isolated setting.
  • Housing options: Five care homes are listed, ranging from roughly 19 to 75 beds, giving a modest but meaningful choice of size and setting.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Two parks and an allotment are listed locally; the South West's countryside and coastal access are within reach, though daily activities depend on your home's location and transport options.
  • Community: Eight restaurants and cafés and four pubs offer social and eating opportunities; ask homes about memory cafés, visiting support groups and activities they organise.
  • Climate: East Devon enjoys a milder, wetter climate typical of the South West, with fewer hard frosts but higher rainfall than inland regions.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited everyday services: Only one supermarket is listed, so daily shopping and errands will likely require support or a trip by car or minibus.
  • Rural setting and distance: Quietness is a strength, but it also means longer journeys to hospitals, specialists, and major services — weigh this carefully if you have frequent health appointments.
  • Care-home choice: Five homes is a modest range; spend time visiting each and checking CQC reports to find the right fit.

Questions about care homes in East Devon

How many care homes are there in East Devon?

There are 33 care homes listed in and around East Devon on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.

How much does a care home in East Devon cost?

Care homes in East Devon range from around £1,100 to around £1,571 per week, with averages of £1,385 for residential, £1,367 for dementia, £1,435 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

How do care home fees in East Devon compare to the national average?

The average residential care fee around East Devon is about £1,385 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

Which care homes in East Devon are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?

29 of the 33 care homes in and around East Devon are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 7 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in East Devon?

Homes in and around East Devon offer residential (14), respite (11), dementia (10), nursing (3). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in East Devon?

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

Thinking about downsizing to an independent community?Explore retirement living in East DevonPrefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in East Devon

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

Guides for families

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