VerifiedNestled in the charming town of Chard in the picturesque county of Somerset, Oak Lodge is a delightful care home that offers unparalleled residential, nursing, and dementia care for the elderly. This…
from £1250/wk
Residential care homes in South Somerset
7 homes
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There are 7 residential care homes in South Somerset on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £1,349 a week. The largest is West Abbey Care Home, with 97 beds. The most recent inspection was at Compton View Residential Care Home in April 2021.
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Sunnymeade is a 50-bed care home in Chard, Somerset, providing residential care.
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VerifiedNestled in the charming town of Yeovil, at the heart of the picturesque Somerset, you'll find West Abbey, a top-tier residential and nursing care home that operates 24/7. This facility also extends…
from £1296/wk
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VerifiedGillingham Grange is a 66-bed residential care home in Chard, South Somerset, operated by Crystal Care Collection.
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VerifiedCompton View Residential Care Home is an 18-bed care home in Yeovil, South Somerset.
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VerifiedPotter House is a 66-bed care home in Yeovil, Somerset, operated by Crystal Care Collection.
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VerifiedElliscombe House is a care home in a restored Edwardian house near Wincanton, Somerset, offering residential, nursing, respite and end-of-life care for up to 35 residents.
from £1500/wk
Key facts: South Somerset
| Residential care homes listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 5 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,349 |
| Largest | West Abbey Care Home (97 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Compton View Residential Care Home (April 2021) |
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Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Residential care homes in South Somerset: questions
- How many residential care homes are there in South Somerset?
- AskBart lists 7 residential care homes in South Somerset, each with its latest CQC rating.
- How are residential care homes in South Somerset rated?
- Of the 5 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
- How much do residential care homes in South Somerset cost?
- Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £1,349 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 South Somerset?
- 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.
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