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Care homes in Yelverton

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There are 7 care homes in and around Yelverton on AskBart. 80% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,076 a week, while Devon usually pays £1,110. The largest is Hart Care Residential Home, with 54 beds.

care homes
7
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
80%
typical residential fee
£1,076/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716

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Yelverton

Care homes in Yelverton (7)

★ With family reviews

All within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

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Distance
Hart Care Residential HomeGood · Nov 2022On request544.9 mi—0.6 mi
Moorgate Residential HomeGood · Mar 2019On request376.6 mi—1.7 mi
Moorland Garden Nursing Home—On request533.8 mi—1.7 mi
The Red House Care HomeGood£1,076285.5 mi—0.4 mi
The Yelverton Residential HomeGood · Apr 2018On request285.4 mi—0.1 mi
Venville HouseRequires improvement · Feb 2023On request810.3 mi—5.4 mi
West View—On request285.6 mi—4.6 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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Yelverton in numbers

80% of Yelverton’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 Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed7
Rated Good or Outstanding4 of 5 (80%)
Rated Outstanding0
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£1,076
Devon usual weekly rate (2025)£1,110
LargestHart Care Residential Home (54 beds)
Most recently inspectedWest View (October 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Dementia 2 · Respite 2
Average house price, West Devon (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£286,145
Good4
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Yelverton£1,076/wk
  • Dementia, Yelverton£1,076/wk
  • Devon average£1,225/wk
  • UK average£1,716/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. 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 · Dementia care homes · Respite care

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

House prices in West Devon

The average house price in West Devon is £286,145, 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
£286,145
Detached
£433,459
Semi-detached
£287,502
Terraced
£217,256
Flats & maisonettes
£144,257

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 Yelverton

Yelverton is a small South West community with a notably older population and one care home rated Good. It's a quieter choice for those who value a close-knit setting, though you'll need to weigh limited local provision against proximity to larger towns.

  • 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 83% 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

8 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime5
  • Public order2
  • Other theft1
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 Yelverton

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

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.

0.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171763)
Charity

Yelverton Community Projects

The charity has three operating arms. YelverCare provides services primarily to elderly people, including transport to medical and other appointments, providing company and a monthly luncheon…

0.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1177230)
Charity

Tavistock Memory Cafe

Tavistock Memory Cafe is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation based in Tavistock, Devon. The Cafe provides a range of activities for those living with dementia and offers sessions where carers…

4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1165389)

Yelverton: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+67%
Projected change in West Devon, 2025 to 2035 (2,414 to 4,032). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+27.3%
Projected change in West Devon, 2025 to 2035 (18,040 to 22,963). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
1
Nearest: Well (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
1
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
3.6 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
5.4 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
4–8 out of 10
Where the 4 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Yelverton

  • St Luke's Hospice -Turnchapel · 9.6 milesCQC Outstanding (report published January 2025). CQC page

Hospitals near Yelverton

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

Is Yelverton a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Yelverton

Yelverton suits people seeking a rural or semi-rural retirement in the South West, especially those with family nearby or a preference for smaller, intimate communities. With 26.3% of residents aged 65 and over — well above the national average of 18.6% — the area is established as a retirement destination. However, choice of care homes is minimal: only one home is listed locally, with 28 beds and a Good CQC rating. This means careful planning and early enquiry are essential.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP and pharmacy access with the care home or local services; distance to a hospital should be checked against your nearest emergency centre.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area is low at 8 offences in the most recent report, though violent crime and public order incidents were among those recorded; judge this against your own comfort level.
  • Family & connection: Consider how close family support networks are — a small community can feel isolating if your loved ones live far away.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Check weekly fees for the available home against the national average; costs in the South West region vary, so ask directly.
  • Transport: Confirm bus links and rail access to nearby towns; Yelverton's rural character may mean a car is useful for outings or family visits.
  • Housing options: Very limited: only one care home with around 28 beds is listed. Early contact with this home is crucial; you may also need to explore options in nearby larger settlements.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Two parks and an allotment are available locally; the South West's milder climate supports year-round outdoor activity.
  • Community: Three restaurants and cafes plus four pubs offer social venues; ask the home about memory cafés or social groups for residents.
  • Climate: South West England has a maritime climate — mild winters, moderate rainfall, and a growing season longer than much of the UK.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care home choice: Only one home is available locally, so you have no alternative if it is full, unsuitable or if your needs change.
  • Isolation risk: A small population and limited services mean social connection depends heavily on the home's activities and your family's involvement; confirm this matters to you.

Questions about care homes in Yelverton

How many care homes are there in Yelverton?

There are 7 care homes listed in and around Yelverton 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 Yelverton cost?

Care homes in Yelverton range from around £1,076 per week, with averages of £1,076 for residential, £1,076 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Yelverton is about £1,076 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

4 of the 7 care homes in and around Yelverton are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Yelverton?

Homes in and around Yelverton offer dementia (2), residential (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Near Yelverton

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

Guides for families

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