Harbour Healthcare
Elburton Heights Care Home
Nursing home in City of Plymouth, Plymouth
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
Elburton Heights Care Home is operated by Harbour Healthcare and provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for up to 73 residents in Plymouth, Devon. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home supports older people requiring general nursing care as well as those living with dementia who need specialist support. It is located in Elburton, in the south-west of the city.
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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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
1,085 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
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Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £900 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 Plymouth council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £879 |
| 2025 | — | £979 |
| 2026 | £900 | — |
What Plymouth council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Elburton Heights Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Derriford Hospital, 4.5 miles away. The local GP practice is CHURCH VIEW SURGERY, 0.9 miles away.
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…
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It's best to call the home directly on 01752 741042 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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