Elmwood Residential Home Limited
Care home in Colyton, Devon
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
Elmwood Residential Home Limited is a care home in Colyton, Devon, in England, with 38 registered beds. The Care Quality Commission rated the home Good overall in its 2026 report, with Good grades for safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care. Rooms are described as comfortably furnished and generally larger than average. The home has WiFi, a large dining room, a communal lounge and around one acre of landscaped gardens.
The home serves traditional, nutritious meals with a range of choice, and places emphasis on kind, personal care that supports residents' dignity, privacy and independence. Residents can take part in a varied programme of activities, including card games, craft, quizzes, keep fit and outings. The home's stated aim is to make retirement a positive experience, with residents' own living space at its heart.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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 ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- 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
Elmwood Residential Home Limited is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 19.3 miles away. The local GP practice is SEATON & COLYTON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 1 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.
More care homes near Colyton
Information last reviewed October 2026.
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