VerifiedCQC Good
Greenslades is a not-for-profit Sanctuary Care nursing home in Exeter, Devon, offering nursing, residential, dementia, palliative and respite care with en-suite rooms and gardens.
from £1194/wk
Care homes in Devon
Devon's mix of coast, moor and countryside has long drawn people into later life, with over a quarter of residents already aged 65 and above. For anyone weighing up a move, it offers a well-established retirement landscape with a good spread of care provision to choose from.
24 properties
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VerifiedSituated in the heart of the friendly town of Barnstaple, Fremington Manor care home provides top-notch residential, nursing, and respite care. Our dedicated team of activity coordinators curate a…
from £1400/wk
VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Nestled in the charming Devon village of Alphington, Exeter, you'll find Lucerne House, a warm and inviting care home designed with purpose. This Barchester home is dedicated to providing exceptional…
from £1662/wk
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Nestled in the charming seaside town of Paignton, Devon, Belle Vue is a remarkable care home that offers top-notch residential, nursing, and dementia care for the elderly. This Harbour Healthcare…
from £1300/wk
VerifiedNestled in the serene suburb of Pinhole, Exeter, Alexander House is a bespoke care home designed with the utmost attention to detail. This private, all-inclusive haven is home to a team of highly…
from £1400/wk
VerifiedNestled in the scenic harbour city of Plymouth in Devon, Ernstell House Care Home is a haven of luxury, offering top-notch residential and dementia care for the elderly. This Hamberley care home is a…
from £1000/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the maritime city of Plymouth in Devon, Devonshire House and Lodge is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, nursing, and dementia care. This…
from £950/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the charming town of Dartmouth, Devon, The Fleet Care Home is a haven of expert care for the elderly, offering residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care. This luxurious…
from £1200/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Fernihurst is a not-for-profit Sanctuary Care nursing home in Exmouth, Devon, near the beach, offering nursing, dementia, palliative and respite care across 50 en-suite rooms.
from £1299/wk
VerifiedCumberland Grange is a purpose-built Barchester care home in Exeter, Devon, offering residential, dementia and respite care with a CQC Good rating.
from £1517/wk
VerifiedSwimbridge House is a 44-bed nursing home in a rural setting near Barnstaple, North Devon, with countryside and garden views, rated CQC Good.
from £990/wk
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King's Manor is a purpose-built Maria Mallaband care home in Ottery St Mary, Devon, offering nursing, residential and dementia care across 66 en-suite rooms with countryside views.
from £1571/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Plymouth, Furzehatt Residential and Nursing Home is a haven of care and compassion, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The home provides a…
from £967/wk
VerifiedElburton Heights is a Harbour Healthcare care home in Plymouth, offering residential, nursing and dementia care for over-65s across 70 en-suite rooms with an enclosed garden.
from £900/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled within a stone's throw of the quaint village of Braunton and the stunning Exmoor beaches, Tyspane is a specially designed care home dedicated to providing top-notch residential, nursing, and…
from £1263/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Nestled in the charming town of Ivybridge, Ivydene Care Home is a beacon of comfort and care in Plymouth. Offering a comprehensive suite of services such as residential, nursing, dementia,…
from £960/wk
VerifiedCQC Good
Fernihurst Nursing Home is a 50-bed nursing home in Exmouth, East Devon, providing nursing care and specialist dementia support.
VerifiedVerifiedIvydene Residential and Nursing Home is a 57-bed care home in Ivybridge, Devon, operated by Sanctuary Care Limited.
VerifiedCQC Good
Is Devon a good retirement location?
Devon is a well-established retirement area, with 26.3% of residents aged 65 or over compared with the 18.6% national average — a clear sign that later-life living here is the norm rather than the exception. It suits those wanting a slower pace, coastal or rural surroundings, and a solid choice of local care options, though as with any large county, quality and services vary by exact location.
Health & support
- Medical access: Devon is a large and varied county, so GP surgeries, pharmacies and hospital access will differ significantly by town — worth checking provision near any specific address.
- Safety: Recorded crime stood at 32 offences in April 2026, most commonly violent crime, anti-social behaviour and other theft — figures worth weighing against the size of the area they cover.
- Family & connection: Devon's rural and coastal spread means some areas are more remote than others, so it's worth considering how easily family could visit or how strong local support networks might be.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Specific weekly fee data isn't available here, but Devon's mix of rural and coastal locations typically spans a range of price points rather than sitting uniformly high or low.
- Transport: Devon is served by rail links to Exeter, Plymouth and beyond, plus regional bus routes, though many rural parts of the county are more car-dependent.
- Housing options: There are 24 care homes listed in Devon, ranging from around 19 to 86 beds, giving a reasonably broad choice of home sizes and settings.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The county is known for Dartmoor, Exmoor and an extensive coastline, offering plenty of scope for walking, gardening and outdoor-minded community groups.
- Community: With such a high proportion of older residents, Devon tends to have an established base of local clubs, social groups and later-life networks, though these vary by town.
- Climate: The South West enjoys a generally mild, if often damp and windy, climate, with milder winters than much of inland England.
Things to weigh up
- Care quality spread: Of the 24 care homes listed, most are rated good or outstanding, but 4 are rated requires improvement and 2 have not yet been inspected, so it's worth checking individual ratings.
- Crime mix: Reported crime includes some violent offences alongside anti-social behaviour and theft, so it's sensible to look at how this breaks down locally rather than at a county level.
- Rural spread: Devon's large, varied geography means services, transport and community life can differ considerably between coastal towns, market towns and more remote rural spots.