Residential care homes in Dartmouth
There are 2 residential care homes in and around Dartmouth on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,200 a week, while Devon usually pays £1,110. The largest is The Fleet Care Home, with 39 beds. The most recent inspection was at Beacon House in May 2019.
Average residential fee in Dartmouth: £1,200/week — below the UK average of £1,702
Key facts: Dartmouth
| Residential care homes listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,200 |
| Devon usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,110 |
| Largest | The Fleet Care Home (39 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Beacon House (May 2019) |
Data: CQC register, updated September 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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.
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
Excellent — safer than 83% of similar areas
Limited — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
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 grade ranks recorded police crime — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by total recorded crime. Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.
Sources — crime: Police.uk, April 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated June 2026.
The estimated average residential care fee in Dartmouth is about £1,200/week, below the UK average of £1,702.
Estimated from published weekly fees for homes in the area. Actual costs vary by care needs and room type.
The average residential care home in Dartmouth costs about £1,200/week, while Devon’s published usual rate is around £1,110/week (2025). If you qualify for council funding, expect a likely third-party top-up of about £90/week (≈ £4,680/year) to bridge the gap.
Estimate only. Councils fund care only when the person’s assets are below the means-test threshold, and actual fees, funding and top-ups vary by home, room and assessed needs. Compares the area average against Devon’s published usual cost of residential care (2025).
- Good
updated September 2026
No care homes found in Dartmouth.
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The average house price in South Hams is £360,571, 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
- £360,571
- Detached
- £545,980
- Semi-detached
- £348,182
- Terraced
- £285,959
- Flats & maisonettes
- £189,993
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.
Residential care homes
2 in DartmouthNursing homes
1 in DartmouthDementia care homes
2 in DartmouthRespite care
1 in Dartmouth32 crimes reported in April 2026, sourced from Police.uk.
- Violent crime20
- Other theft3
- Anti-social behaviour3
- Criminal damage & arson3
Dartmouth is near 5 Environment Agency flood warning areas and 4 flood alert areas within 3.1 miles — on the English Channel, River Avon, River Dart, River Erme and 3 more. A flood warning means flooding to property is expected when one is in force.
This reflects river and coastal flood areas the Environment Agency monitors near the town centre; it does not include surface-water (flash) flooding. For a specific property, check the government’s long-term flood-risk service.
Uses Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Is Dartmouth a good retirement location?
Dartmouth is genuinely popular with older people; at 26.3% of residents aged 65+, it's significantly above the national average, which means established services and a real retirement culture. It's a good fit if you value a scenic, walkable riverside setting, a strong social scene, and proximity to Exeter and the wider South West—but it's smaller and quieter than larger regional hubs, so check whether the care-home options and family access match your needs.
Health & support
- Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery availability and distance to Torbay Hospital, the main emergency care provider in the area; ask any care home about their healthcare partnerships.
- Safety: Recorded crime stands at 32 offences in the most recent reporting period, with violent crime, theft and anti-social behaviour among the most common categories—higher than many comparable towns, so worth discussing with any home.
- Family & connection: If family live within an hour's drive in Devon or Cornwall, visits are manageable; if further afield, factor in the travel time from your usual support network.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check local weekly care-home fees against the national average; the South West tends to be moderate compared to the South East, but Dartmouth's reputation may influence pricing for individual homes—ask for transparent quotes.
- Transport: Buses connect Dartmouth to nearby Totnes and Exeter; the town is walkable along the waterfront but car-dependent for some services. Rail is a short drive away in Totnes.
- Housing options: Dartmouth has a range of care-home provision, but choice is more limited than in larger towns—visit homes in person and check availability early.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Two local parks plus the River Dart itself offer riverside walks and a strong sense of place; two allotments support gardening interests, and a good calendar of restaurants, cafes and pubs (29 and 16 respectively) makes social dining easy.
- Community: With over a quarter of the population retired, there are established social groups and a genuine community of older residents; confirm any home offers memory cafés or regular outings.
- Climate: South West England has a mild, maritime climate with more rain than the national average but fewer frost days—pleasant for outdoor life year-round if you enjoy the weather.
Things to weigh up
- Crime levels: At 32 recorded offences including violent crime and theft, the rate is notably higher than many quieter retirement towns—ask homes about their security measures and the reality on the ground.
- Limited care-home choice: Being a smaller town, your options are fewer than in Exeter or Plymouth, so start your search early and visit all available homes to find the right fit.
How many residential care homes are there in Dartmouth?
AskBart lists 2 residential care homes in and around Dartmouth, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Dartmouth rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Dartmouth cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,200 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.
How do I choose between residential care homes in Dartmouth?
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 "How to choose a care home" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Dartmouth?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Dartmouth:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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