Distance from the town centre: 0.8 miCQC Good
from £1500/wk
Care homes in Wincanton
3 homes
There are 3 care homes in and around Wincanton on AskBart. Published fees average about £1,500 a week, while Somerset usually pays £805. The largest is The Bridles, with 74 beds. The most recent inspection was at Elroi Manor in February 2023.
- care homes
- 3
- typical residential fee
- £1,500/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
- what Somerset council pays
- £805/wk
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Care homes in Wincanton (3)
2 in Wincanton, 1 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
Distance from the town centre: 0.8 miNo photos yet
Distance from the town centre: 1.3 miCQC Requires improvement
Fees on request
Distance from the town centre: 1.8 miFees on request
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| Distance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elliscombe House Care Home | Good | £1,500 | 35 | 10.3 mi | — | 0.8 mi |
| Elroi Manor | Requires improvement · Apr 2023 | On request | 33 | 11.8 mi | — | 1.3 mi |
| The Bridles | — | On request | 74 | 12.0 mi | — | 1.8 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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Wincanton in numbers
The average residential care home in Wincanton costs about £1,500/week, while Somerset’s published usual rate is around £805/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £695/week (about £36,140/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 listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Average published weekly fee | £1,500 |
| Somerset usual weekly rate (2025) | £805 |
| Largest | The Bridles (74 beds) |
| Most recently inspected | Elroi Manor (February 2023) |
| Homes by care type | Residential 1 · Nursing 1 · Dementia 1 · Respite 1 |
| Average house price, Somerset (HM Land Registry, June 2026) | £281,571 |
Good1
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated1
Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across South 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.
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 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 Wincanton
Wincanton is a small Somerset town with a notably older population — 25.4% are over 65, well above the national average — and very low recorded crime. It suits people seeking a quiet, tight-knit setting, though you'll need to weigh limited local amenities against the strong sense of community and safety.
- High Retirement Community
- Peaceful Neighbourhood
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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Safety & PeaceA
Excellent — quieter than 90% 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
2 crimes reported in March 2026, Police.uk.
- Other theft1
- Anti-social behaviour1
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, Mar 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.
Community & connection in Wincanton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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…
5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1118417)
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.
6.4 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 &…
8.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176738)
Showing groups across South Somerset.
Wincanton: health, services and environment
Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
0
Nearest: Boots (1.8 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
2
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Hospitals near Wincanton
- Care homes near Yeatman Hospital · minor injuries unit · 7.8 miles
Sources: NHS organisation data (ODS).
Is Wincanton a good retirement location?
Read our guide to living in Wincanton
Wincanton is a rural South West England town where nearly a quarter of residents are over 65, making it an established retirement area. It is genuinely quiet and safe, with close-knit community ties, but offers fewer day-to-day amenities and social venues than larger towns. It suits people who value peace, affordability, and the support of a smaller community over convenience and variety.
Health & support
- Medical access: You will need to establish which GP surgeries serve the town and their distance from potential homes; the nearest hospital will likely be several miles away, so transport planning matters.
- Safety: Recorded crime is very low: only 2 offences in the most recent reporting month, chiefly other theft and anti-social behaviour.
- Family & connection: Consider how close your own family network is to Wincanton; a very small town means you'll rely heavily on whoever visits or lives nearby.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Local weekly care fees will be set by individual homes; compare these against the national average to judge affordability for your circumstances.
- Transport: Wincanton is rural, so access to buses or rail links to nearby cities will shape how easy it is to leave town without a car; check local transport maps carefully.
- Housing options: Provision is limited to a small number of care homes in the immediate area; choice may be narrower than in larger towns.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Somerset countryside is nearby, but in-town venues are sparse — there is one pub or bar recorded locally, so organised social activities and clubs may be thin on the ground.
- Community: The high over-65 share suggests a strong older-adult community; weigh whether this tight, familiar setting appeals to you or feels isolating.
- Climate: South West England is milder and wetter than most of the UK; winters are generally gentler, though rainfall is higher.
Things to weigh up
- Limited local amenities: Only one pub or bar is recorded, and social venues are scarce, so daily social life will depend on what care homes or community groups themselves offer.
- Isolation without good family ties: A very small town with few visitors or passing trade means loneliness can set in quickly if your own family support network is distant.
- Transport dependency: Rural location and sparse public links may make trips to larger towns difficult without your own car or arranged transport.
Questions about care homes in Wincanton
How many care homes are there in Wincanton?
There are 3 care homes listed in and around Wincanton 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 Wincanton cost?
Care homes in Wincanton range from around £1,500 per week, with averages of £1,500 for residential, £1,500 for dementia, £1,500 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.
How do care home fees in Wincanton compare to the national average?
The average residential care fee around Wincanton is about £1,500 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.
Which care homes in Wincanton are rated Outstanding or Good by the CQC?
1 of the 3 care homes in and around Wincanton are rated Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Ratings are published by the CQC following regular inspections.
What types of care are available in Wincanton?
Homes in and around Wincanton offer dementia (1), nursing (1), residential (1), 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 Wincanton?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Wincanton:
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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.
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