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Distance from the town centre: 0.2 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
Residential care homes in Frome
4 homes
There are 4 residential care homes in and around Frome on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,410 a week, while Somerset usually pays £805. The largest is Rossetti House Care Home, with 70 beds.
- care homes
- 4
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 75%
- typical residential fee
- £1,410/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Somerset council pays
- £805/wk
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Care homes in Frome (4)
All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.4 miCQC Good
from £1410/wk
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Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
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Distance from the town centre: 0.7 miCQC Good
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine House Care Home | Requires improvement · Aug 2023 | On request | 67 | 11.4 mi | — | 0.2 mi |
| Critchill Court | Good · Oct 2025 | On request | 50 | 11.5 mi | — | 0.7 mi |
| Frome Care Village | Good · Jan 2026 | On request | 60 | 11.8 mi | — | 0.7 mi |
| Rossetti House Care Home | Good | £1,410 | 70 | 11.2 mi | — | 0.4 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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Frome in numbers
The average residential care home in Frome costs about £1,410/week, while Somerset’s published usual rate is around £805/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £605/week (about £31,460/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 Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees
| Residential care homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,410 |
| Somerset usual weekly rate (2025) | £805 |
| Largest | Rossetti House Care Home (70 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Frome Care Village (June 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 4 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 4 · Respite 2 |
| Average house price, Somerset (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £281,571 |
Good3
Requires improvement1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Mendip. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Somerset'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 November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
House prices in Somerset
The average house price in Somerset is £281,571, 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
- £281,571
- Detached
- £459,097
- Semi-detached
- £289,125
- Terraced
- £233,473
- Flats & maisonettes
- £135,680
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 Frome
- 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 37% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder
Green SpacesB
Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby
Daily ConveniencesB
Good — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby
Culture & CommunityC
Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby
Flood risk!
Flood warning area nearby — 7 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 3.1 miles, on the Bristol River Avon.
180 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime79
- Anti-social behaviour26
- Criminal damage & arson22
- Shoplifting17
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; flood: Environment Agency.
Community & connection in Frome
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Westbury & District Link Scheme
Provides Good Neighbour support to elderly and vulnerable people, and those without transport to residents of Westbury, Westbury Leigh, Dilton Marsh, Chapmanslade, Heywood and Hawkeridge
6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1069754)
Charity
St Johns Honeypot Day Centre
To provide an enjoyable social environment with ample support and transport from home to centre and return arranged. To provide a hot meal - main course and pudding and a variety of afternoon…
6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1033732)
Charity
Maple Grove Community Day Centre
Community Day Centre for the Elderly
7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037036)
Charity
Midsomer Norton & Radstock Dial A Ride
The Midsomer Norton, Radstock & District Dial-a-Ride is a non-profit organisation which provides a door-to-door Community Transport service to anyone who has difficulty accessing regular Public…
8.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1109319)
Frome: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
5
Nearest: Boots (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
5
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
97.3%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 90.9% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 18 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 2 are in the least deprived tenth.
Hospices near Frome
- Dorothy House Hospice Care · 8.1 milesCQC Outstanding (report published June 2026). CQC page
Hospitals near Frome
- Care homes near Frome Community Hospital · urgent care · 0.6 miles
- Care homes near Paulton Memorial Hospital · urgent care · 8.8 miles
Sources: NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.
Is Frome a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Frome
Frome is a retirement-friendly market town in Somerset where over a quarter of the population is aged 65 or above — well above the national average of 18.6%. This indicates a settled, established retirement community with local services geared toward older people. It suits those seeking a smaller-town pace with good access to green space and cafes, though you'll want to weigh local crime figures and proximity to family support carefully.
Health & support
- Medical access: GP surgeries and pharmacies are present in town; the nearest larger hospital is Yeovil District Hospital, a short drive away.
- Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 180 offences, with violent crime, antisocial behaviour and criminal damage the most common categories — higher than many quieter retirement areas, so worth discussing with local services.
- Family & connection: Think through how close your family are: Frome is quieter than a city, but isolation can matter if support networks aren't nearby.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Check individual care-home fees against the national average weekly rate; Frome's position in South West England (a pricier region) may mean fees sit above the UK average.
- Transport: Bus services connect Frome to nearby towns; the town is car-dependent for some journeys, though the compact town centre is walkable for daily errands.
- Housing options: Frome has a range of care homes; availability and choice vary, so early enquiry with local providers is wise.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Four parks and six allotments offer outdoor space; sixteen restaurants and cafes plus thirteen pubs provide social gathering spots.
- Community: A good range of eating and drinking venues supports regular social connection; explore local memory cafés and community groups through care providers.
- Climate: South West England generally enjoys milder winters and wetter springs and autumns than northern regions — typical for Somerset.
Things to weigh up
- Crime rate: Recorded offences are notably higher than many retirement destinations; speak to local care homes and residents about how this affects daily life.
- Regional costs: South West England care fees tend to run above the national average; factor this into your budget planning.
Questions about care homes in Frome
How many residential care homes are there in Frome?
AskBart lists 4 residential care homes in and around Frome, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are residential care homes in Frome rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 1 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How much do residential care homes in Frome cost?
Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,410 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 Frome?
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 Frome?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Frome:
Near Frome
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- Residential care homes in Bradford-on-Avon 4
- Care homes in Shepton Mallet 3
- Care homes in Wells 3
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- How to Choose a Care Home: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
- Residential vs Nursing Home: What’s the Difference? (2026)
- Care Home Contracts: What to Check Before You Sign
More in our choosing a care home guides.
Header photo: Dave Kelly, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons