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Care homes in Sherborne

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There are 7 care homes in and around Sherborne on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £1,400 a week, while Dorset usually pays £1,156. The largest is Trinity Manor Care Home, with 64 beds.

care homes
7
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,400/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Dorset council pays
£1,156/wk

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Sherborne

Care homes in Sherborne (7)

★ With family reviews

All within 7.5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good

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

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Distance
Abbey ViewOutstanding · Sept 2023On request525.1 mi—0.3 mi
Eastbury HouseGood · Apr 2018On request235.4 mi—0.2 mi
Garden HouseGood · Sept 2019On request145.1 mi—0.4 mi
The Evergreens LodgeGood · Jul 2026On request395.0 mi—0.5 mi
The HayesGood · Apr 2020On request505.3 mi—0.1 mi
The Old Vicarage Care HomeGood · Apr 2025On request416.4 mi—5.2 mi
Trinity Manor Care HomeGood£1,400644.6 mi—0.7 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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Sherborne in numbers

100% of Sherborne’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 7 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Sherborne costs about £1,400/week, while Dorset’s published usual rate is around £1,156/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £244/week (about £12,688/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 Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Care homes listed7
Rated Good or Outstanding7 of 7 (100%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,400
Dorset usual weekly rate (2025)£1,156
LargestTrinity Manor Care Home (64 beds)
Most recently inspectedAbbey View (June 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 5 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 5 · Respite 2
Average house price, Dorset (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£325,410
Outstanding1
Good6
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Sherborne£1,400/wk
  • Dementia, Sherborne£1,400/wk
  • Dorset average£1,292/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Dorset usual rate£1,156/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Dorset. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Dorset'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 October 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Dorset

The average house price in Dorset is £325,410, 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
£325,410
Detached
£515,144
Semi-detached
£330,336
Terraced
£264,807
Flats & maisonettes
£167,991

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 Sherborne

Sherborne is a well-established retirement area in the South West, where nearly a third of residents are over 65. With solid local care provision, a good range of everyday services and green space, it suits families seeking a community with a long track record of supporting older people — though you'll need to weigh the single care home option against travel to neighbouring towns.

  • High Retirement Community
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.
Safety & PeaceB

Good — quieter than 45% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

44 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime18
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Burglary3
  • Criminal damage & arson3
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 Sherborne

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

Charity

Yeovil Day Centre and Community Meals Service

To provide social day care to the elderly and infirm within Yeovil through the provision of hot meals and social activities.

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (258663)
Charity

Geranium Trust

Geranium Trust offers friendship & support to less fortunate & disadvantaged members of society including the elderly, people with Special Educational Needs & those living with loneliness &…

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176738)
Charity

Community Transport South West Ltd

To meet un-served social needs in South Somerset, Mendip and Sedgemoor by providing high quality support to voluntary and community sector organisations and, where appropriate, through direct…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1118417)

Sherborne: health, services and environment

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

People aged 85+
+56.6%
Projected change in Dorset, 2025 to 2035 (17,736 to 27,780). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+22.7%
Projected change in Dorset, 2025 to 2035 (122,287 to 149,990). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: The Abbey Pharmacy (0 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
3
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Air quality (NO₂)
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)
8.5 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 8 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospitals near Sherborne

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

Is Sherborne a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Sherborne

Sherborne is a genuinely retirement-oriented place: at 30.5%, its over-65 population is well above the national average of 18.6%, marking it as a settled area with established later-life communities. It offers reasonable local amenities, green space and dining options, but care-home choice is limited to a single listed home. It suits those who value a quieter, established retirement setting and either have family nearby or are content to explore options in surrounding areas.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present locally; confirm exact distances and opening hours when you visit or contact the practice directly. For emergency care, verify the distance to the nearest hospital with your shortlisted home.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stood at 44 offences in April 2026, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and burglary among the most common types. This is a consideration when weighing overall safety and security.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about whether family members or your support network can visit easily, and whether Sherborne's social scene will keep you connected.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly fees for the listed care home are not provided in this data; contact the home directly and compare against the national average. Broad affordability in the South West tends toward the higher end.
  • Transport: Bus services and road links connect Sherborne to nearby towns. Confirm walking distances to local amenities and whether you'll need a car or regular transport help.
  • Housing options: The area has one listed care home with approximately 64 beds. You may wish to explore options in neighbouring towns to widen choice.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Five parks and six allotments offer outdoor activity; a good range of restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars supports social eating and community gathering.
  • Community: Look into local clubs, memory cafés and support groups — ask the care home and local council for details of what's available nearby.
  • Climate: The South West generally enjoys milder winters than much of England, though expect typical UK rainfall and changeable weather.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one care home is listed locally, so you have little option to compare or move between providers without relocating.
  • Crime on the higher side: Violent crime and burglary are recorded as common offences in the area — check the home's security measures and ask current residents and families about their experience.

Questions about care homes in Sherborne

How many care homes are there in Sherborne?

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

Care homes in Sherborne range from around £1,400 per week, with averages of £1,400 for residential, £1,400 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Sherborne is about £1,400 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

7 of the 7 care homes in and around Sherborne are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, including 1 rated Outstanding. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.

What types of care are available in Sherborne?

Homes in and around Sherborne offer dementia (5), residential (5), respite (2), nursing (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Sherborne?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Sherborne

Near Sherborne

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

Guides for families

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Header photo: Hugh Llewelyn from Keynsham, UK, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons