Welford Healthcare
Eastleigh Care Homes
Care home in South Molton, Devon
Operated by Welford Healthcare
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- 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.
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About
Eastleigh Care Homes, operated by Welford Healthcare, is a 54-bed care home in South Molton, Devon. It provides nursing, dementia, residential, respite and palliative care. The home was rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission in 2019, with Outstanding grades for Effectiveness and Responsiveness, and Good grades for Safety, Caring and Well-led.
The home is located within reach of South Molton town centre and is part of a group operating care homes and sheltered accommodation across Devon and Somerset.
What inspectors found
CQC: OutstandingReport published 23 August 2019 · Last inspected 5 June 2019
Inspectors found that the 49 people living at this home had a wide range of activities and outings, and were supported to stay part of their local community. Care plans were described as detailed and developed with people, and staff were seen as knowledgeable and well trained, including through a dementia-focused learning programme. Meals and drinks were varied, and health and emotional wellbeing were closely monitored.
- A broad programme of activities and outings, including shared events with local schoolchildren, keeps people engaged and connected to their community.
- Care planning is detailed and collaborative, and people's past hobbies and wishes are reflected in their daily lives.
- Staff receive ongoing training and support, including a dementia academy, which helps them meet people's needs.
- A physiotherapist works with people and staff on exercise programmes that have helped people's mobility and independence.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 400 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
47 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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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 |
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Local health safety net
Eastleigh Care Homes is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is North Devon District Hospital, 10.9 miles away. The local GP practice is SOUTH MOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in South Molton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Okehampton District Community Transport Group
The provision of transport facilities for the elderly, disabled, poor, mothers with young children or people living in isolated areas where there are no adequate public transport facilities.
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Part of Welford Healthcare
Eastleigh Care Homes is one of 57 homes run by Welford 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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