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Care homes in Wellington

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There are 6 care homes in and around Wellington on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, September 2026). Published fees average about £1,350 a week, while Somerset usually pays £805. The largest is Camelot House & Lodge, with 90 beds.

care homes
6
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£1,350/wkbelow the UK average of £1,716
what Somerset council pays
£805/wk

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Wellington

Care homes in Wellington (6)

★ With family reviews

All within 3 miles · nearest first · updated October 2026

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  • Good

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

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Distance
Camelot House & LodgeGood · Feb 2020On request903.7 mi—2.3 mi
Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home - Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing HomeOutstanding · Dec 2017On request864.3 mi—1.9 mi
Linden House Nursing HomeGood · Mar 2020On request345.9 mi—0.2 mi
Nynehead CourtGood · Mar 2020On request444.8 mi—1.6 mi
Oaktree Court Care HomeGood£1,350565.4 mi—1.3 mi
Wellington and Longforth HouseGood · Jun 2021On request435.1 mi—0.9 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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Wellington in numbers

100% of Wellington’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 6 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Wellington costs about £1,350/week, while Somerset’s published usual rate is around £805/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £545/week (about £28,340/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 listed6
Rated Good or Outstanding6 of 6 (100%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£1,350
Somerset usual weekly rate (2025)£805
LargestCamelot House & Lodge (90 beds)
Most recently inspectedCamelot House & Lodge (January 2022)
Homes by care typeResidential 2 · Nursing 3 · Dementia 4 · Respite 2
Average house price, Somerset (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£281,571
Outstanding1
Good5
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Wellington£1,350/wk
  • Nursing, Wellington£1,350/wk
  • Dementia, Wellington£1,350/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.

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 Wellington

Wellington has a notably older population — over a quarter of residents are 65 or above — suggesting an established later-life community. The town offers modest care provision and local amenities, though families will need to weigh limited choice of homes against the area's social and green spaces.

  • 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 34% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesC

Limited — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityC

Limited — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

78 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Violent crime36
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Public order11
  • Other crime4
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 Wellington

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

Charity

The Wellington Stroke Club

Provide services to members with post strokes. Social activities, meetings. outings,physiotherapy, speach therapy, advice and companionship.

1.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (298494)
Charity

Blackdown Support Group

The Blackdown Hills is a very rural area on the Devon/Somerset border with poor transport links. We aim to connect people to their communities, alleviate isolation and improve health and…

4.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1208925)
Charity

Age UK Somerset

The objects of the charity promote the well-being of older people within the area of the administrative county of Somerset and the unitary authority area of North Somerset.The charity has the…

6.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1015900)

Wellington: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

Pharmacies within 1 mile
3
Nearest: Wellington Pharmacy (0.8 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
5
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Deprivation ranking
2–10 out of 10
Where the 10 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived). 1 is in the least deprived tenth.

Hospices near Wellington

  • St Margaret's Somerset Hospice - Taunton · 5.9 milesCQC page
  • Marie Curie Hospice Community Services South West Region · 11.6 milesCQC Good (report published December 2021). CQC page

Hospitals near Wellington

Sources: NHS organisation data (ODS); English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Wellington a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Wellington

Wellington suits those seeking a quieter retirement in South West England with established neighbourhood feel and reasonable access to parks and shops. However, the single care home listed here means choice is tight; families should explore whether nearby towns offer more options that still keep them close to Wellington's community.

Health & support

  • Medical access: You'll need to confirm GP surgery locations and distances with your GP practice. Pharmacies and emergency care access depend on proximity to larger hospitals in the region — check with your local NHS trust.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in the area stands at 78 offences recently, with violent crime, anti-social behaviour and public order the most common categories. This is a consideration when weighing overall peace of mind.
  • Family & connection: With 25.4% of the population aged 65 and over, you'll find an established community of older residents; consider whether family and your own support network are within regular visiting distance.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Only one care home is listed locally; weekly fees and how they compare to the national average will depend on that specific home's pricing. Request their full fee schedule and check against current national benchmarks.
  • Transport: Two supermarkets serve everyday needs. For wider shopping, leisure or medical appointments, confirm whether you can access these by bus, or whether a car or arranged transport will be necessary.
  • Housing options: Currently only one care home is listed in the area, with around 56 beds available. Families seeking more choice may need to look at neighbouring towns while staying connected to Wellington.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Wellington offers 17 parks and 5 allotments, plus 14 restaurants and cafes and 7 pubs and bars for social outings and community connection.
  • Community: Consider whether local clubs, memory cafés or support groups are accessible — ask the care home and local social services about regular gatherings and activities.
  • Climate: South West England experiences a temperate, often damp climate with mild winters; greenery and outdoor spaces tend to be lush, though rain is frequent.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care-home choice: Only one home is currently listed locally, which restricts your options if it is not suitable or full. Explore nearby towns to see whether you can find a placement that still keeps you in or near the Wellington community.
  • Crime figures: Recorded violent crime and anti-social behaviour are present in the recent data; weigh this against your own comfort level and the home's own security and safeguarding approach.

Questions about care homes in Wellington

How many care homes are there in Wellington?

There are 6 care homes listed in and around Wellington 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 Wellington cost?

Care homes in Wellington range from around £1,350 per week, with averages of £1,350 for residential, £1,350 for dementia, £1,350 for nursing care. Fees vary by home, care type and the level of support required.

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

The average residential care fee around Wellington is about £1,350 per week — below the UK average of £1,716. Individual fees depend on the home, room and level of care.

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

6 of the 6 care homes in and around Wellington 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 Wellington?

Homes in and around Wellington offer dementia (4), nursing (3), residential (2), respite (2). Availability varies by home — use the filters above to find homes offering the specific care type you need.

Weighing up your options in Wellington?

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

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Wellington

Near Wellington

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

Guides for families

More in our choosing a care home guides.

Header photo: Nick Chipchase, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons