Doveridge Care Home
Care home in Colyton, Devon
Operated by Doveleigh Care
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).
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About
Doveridge Care Home is located in Colyton, Devon, and is registered for 20 beds. The home is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, with an overall rating published in 2019. It was rated Good for Safety and Outstanding across all other key questions: Effectiveness, Caring, Responsiveness and Leadership.
The home provides care for elderly residents in the South West of England.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 50 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
17 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | 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 | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054 |
| 2025 | £1,110 |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Doveridge Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 19 miles away. The local GP practice is SEATON & COLYTON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Colyton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Seaton University of the Third Age (U3a)
A self-help organisation for older people and those who are retired from full time work, which draws upon the knowledge, experience and skills of our members to organise and provide interest…
Trip Community Transport Association
Providing and maintaining non-profit community transport services.general mobility aids and equipment, and a befriending service
Honiton Carers Support Group
Activities include Art & Craft, Speakers on various subjects, Walk & Chats and many other activities all chosen by the members themselves.
Part of Doveleigh Care
Doveridge Care Home is one of 4 homes run by Doveleigh Care 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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