Care homes in Sedgemoor

10 homes

There are 10 care homes in and around Sedgemoor on AskBart. 89% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, October 2026). Published fees average about £950 a week, while Somerset usually pays £805. The largest is Frith House, with 83 beds.

care homes
10
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
89%
typical residential fee
£950/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Somerset council pays
£805/wk

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Burnham Lodge Nursing Home

Care homes in Sedgemoor (10)

1 in Sedgemoor, 9 more within 3 miles · updated October 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Not rated

Top-rated in Sedgemoor

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

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Beaufort HouseGood · Jan 2025On request415.5 mi—
Broughton LodgeGood · Nov 2025On request184.9 mi—
Burnham Lodge Nursing HomeGood · May 2019On request234.9 mi—
Frith HouseOutstanding · Jun 2026On request836.4 mi—
Kathleen Chambers HouseGood · Sept 2022On request405.0 mi—
Kingsleigh House—On request215.4 mi—
Priory Court Care HomeGood£950716.1 mi—
Stratton House Nursing HomeRequires improvement · Jun 2023On request245.4 mi—
The Towans Care HomeGood · Oct 2017On request285.4 mi—
Tudor LodgeGood · Apr 2019On request285.1 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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Sedgemoor in numbers

89% of Sedgemoor’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 9 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Sedgemoor costs about £950/week, while Somerset’s published usual rate is around £805/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £145/week (about £7,540/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

Care homes listed10
Rated Good or Outstanding8 of 9 (89%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate1
Average published weekly fee£950
Somerset usual weekly rate (2025)£805
LargestFrith House (83 beds)
Most recently inspectedStratton House Nursing Home (September 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 4 · Dementia 3 · Respite 1
Average house price, Somerset (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£281,571
Outstanding1
Good7
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Sedgemoor£950/wk
  • Dementia, Sedgemoor£950/wk
  • Somerset average£1,317/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Somerset usual rate£805/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Somerset. 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.

Data: CQC register, updated October 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 Sedgemoor

Sedgemoor is a South West England district with a notably high share of over-65s (25.4%), suggesting an established later-life community. Care provision is limited — one home is listed locally — so you'll need to weigh proximity to family and whether you're open to looking further afield for choice and options.

  • 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 32% 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

115 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime52
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Criminal damage & arson15
  • Public order6
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 Sedgemoor

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

Charity

The Brains

The Brains support people living with dementia, their carers and older people through cognitive stimulation, brain-health workshops, carer support, social activities and community events. Services…

6.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1211680)

Sedgemoor: health, services and environment

Hospitals near Sedgemoor

Is Sedgemoor a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Sedgemoor

Sedgemoor suits you if you're rooted in the South West, value being embedded in a community with many older residents, and are flexible about care-home choice. The area has everyday services and green space nearby, but with only one care home listed locally, it's not a place of abundant options. Families should factor in whether they're content with limited local selection or prepared to explore homes in surrounding areas.

Health & support

  • Medical access: GPs, pharmacies and supermarkets are available locally; you'll want to confirm distances to the nearest hospital for emergency care when shortlisting homes.
  • Safety: Recorded crime stands at 115 offences in the most recent reporting period, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage as the main categories — worth discussing with any home you're considering.
  • Family & connection: Think carefully about how close family and support networks are; with limited care homes locally, proximity matters more than usual.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: One care home is listed locally; you'll need to contact it directly for weekly fees and how they compare to the national average.
  • Transport: Sedgemoor sits in South West England; bus services and links to nearby towns are typical for the region — confirm accessibility when you visit any home.
  • Housing options: Only one care home is listed in the Sedgemoor area, so choice is constrained; you may find it worth exploring homes in neighbouring districts.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Five parks and two allotments are available locally, plus restaurants, cafes and pubs nearby for social life.
  • Community: Sedgemoor has a well-established older population (25.4% of residents aged 65+); ask any home about local clubs, activities and memory-support groups.
  • Climate: South West England generally sees mild, wet winters and warm summers — typical for the region.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited choice: Only one care home is listed locally, so your options are narrow unless you're willing to look in surrounding areas.
  • Crime profile: Violent crime and anti-social behaviour are the main categories recorded; ask homes directly how they support resident safety and wellbeing.

Questions about care homes in Sedgemoor

How many care homes are there in Sedgemoor?

There are 10 care homes listed in and around Sedgemoor 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 Sedgemoor cost?

Care homes in Sedgemoor range from around £950 per week, with averages of £950 for residential, £950 for dementia care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Sedgemoor is about £950 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

8 of the 10 care homes in and around Sedgemoor 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 Sedgemoor?

Homes in and around Sedgemoor offer residential (4), dementia (3), respite (1). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Sedgemoor?

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

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

Guides for families

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