Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
Care homes in Shepton Mallet
4 homes
There are 4 care homes in and around Shepton Mallet on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). The largest is Pondsmead Care Home, with 76 beds. The most recent inspection was at Pondsmead Care Home in November 2023.
- care homes
- 4
- rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
- 75%
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Care homes in Shepton Mallet (4)
3 in Shepton Mallet, 1 more within 5 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
Distance from the town centre: 0.3 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 0.5 miCQC Good
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 2.4 miCQC Good
Fees on request
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Distance from the town centre: 3.4 miCQC Good
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field House | Good · Mar 2020 | On request | 39 | 15.7 mi | — | 0.5 mi |
| Pondsmead Care Home | Good · Nov 2018 | On request | 76 | 13.0 mi | — | 2.4 mi |
| St Cecilia Care Home | Requires improvement · Mar 2023 | On request | 17 | 15.7 mi | — | 0.3 mi |
| The Glen Care Home | Good · Dec 2024 | On request | 52 | 15.5 mi | — | 3.4 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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Shepton Mallet in numbers
| Care homes listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Somerset usual weekly rate (2025) | £805 |
| Largest | Pondsmead Care Home (76 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Pondsmead Care Home (November 2023) |
| 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. Actual costs vary with care needs and room.
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Data: CQC register, updated September 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 Shepton Mallet
- 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 57% 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
85 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime45
- Anti-social behaviour16
- Shoplifting6
- Public order4
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 Shepton Mallet
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Charity
Wells Dementia Action Alliance
Wells Dementia Action Alliance (WDAA) draws together organisations and professionals that are supporting people living with Dementia, and their Carers, with the aim of enabling people to live…
4.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1199653)
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…
7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1109319)
Charity
Norton Radstock U3a
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…
7.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1112735)
Shepton Mallet: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
2
Nearest: Boots (0.3 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Deprivation ranking
2–9 out of 10
Where the 6 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).
Hospitals near Shepton Mallet
- Care homes near Shepton Mallet Community Hospital · urgent care · 0.6 miles
- Care homes near West Mendip Community Hospital · urgent care · 6.9 miles
- Care homes near Paulton Memorial Hospital · urgent care · 7.8 miles
Sources: NHS organisation data (ODS); English Indices of Deprivation 2025.
Questions about care homes in Shepton Mallet
How many care homes are there in Shepton Mallet?
There are 4 care homes listed in and around Shepton Mallet on AskBart. You can filter them by care type, CQC rating and facilities to find the right fit.
Which care homes in Shepton Mallet are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
3 of the 4 care homes in and around Shepton Mallet are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
How safe is the Shepton Mallet area?
Shepton Mallet is graded B for safety & peace on AskBart — quieter than 57% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder. This is drawn from police-recorded anti-social behaviour and public-order incidents, compared against similar areas.
Can I get council funding for care in Shepton Mallet?
If the person needing care has savings and assets below £23,250, Mendip Council may contribute towards fees. You can request a free care needs assessment and financial assessment through the council's adult social care team before choosing a home.
What other nearby areas have care homes in Mendip?
If you're widening your search beyond Shepton Mallet, nearby areas with care homes include Frome and Wells. You can browse each from the list of nearby locations on this page.
Weighing up your options in Shepton Mallet?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Shepton Mallet:
Near Shepton Mallet
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- Care homes in Somerton 1
- Care homes in Frome 6
Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
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