Harbour Healthcare
Devonshire House and Lodge Care Home
Nursing home in City of Plymouth, Devon
Operated by Harbour Healthcare
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.
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Devonshire House and Lodge Care Home is a 77-bed residential and nursing facility in Plymouth, Devon, operated by Harbour Healthcare. The home provides care for residents requiring general nursing support as well as those living with dementia who need specialist care.
The home is registered with the Care Quality Commission and was rated Requires Improvement overall in its 2016 inspection, with the Caring key question assessed as Good.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
1,085 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £950 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,054 |
| 2025 | — | £1,110 |
| 2026 | £950 | — |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Devonshire House and Lodge Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Derriford Hospital, 1.3 miles away. The local GP practice is ROBOROUGH SURGERY, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in City of Plymouth
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Elder Tree Limited (Voluntary Visiting Service)
The Elder Tree provides an extensive support and befriending network for isolated and vulnerable older people resident in Plymouth.
Plymouth Music Zone Limited
PMZ's an award winning charity using music to reach out and transform the lives of some of the most disadvantaged children, young people and vulnerable adults. Music Leaders deliver music…
Plymouth Age Concern
Plymouth Age Concern (known as Age UK Plymouth) exists to care for and work with people over the age of 50 and their carers in and around the City of Plymouth to improve the quality of their life…
Community Regeneration Outreach Projects Ltd
To promote activities and educational opportunities for local residents and surrounding areas of Plymouth. The centre offers a warm friendly environment where people can relax and enjoy the…
Dementia Friendly Parishes Around the Yealm
For the public benefit to promote individual and inclusive dementia friendly based activities and services for people with dementia, their carers and families in the communities of the parishes of…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Devonshire House and Lodge cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01752 741588.
Part of Harbour Healthcare
Devonshire House and Lodge Care Home is one of 25 homes run by Harbour Healthcare on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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