Sanctuary Care

Greenslades Care Home

Nursing home in Exeter, Devon

Operated by Sanctuary Care

CQC Good67 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
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).
Address1 Willeys Ave, Exeter EX2 8BE, UK
Beds67
Weekly feefrom £1,194 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened1992
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Greenslades is a nursing home in Exeter, Devon, operated by the not-for-profit provider Sanctuary Care, offering nursing, residential, dementia, palliative and respite care. En-suite bedrooms are easy to personalise, and specialist dementia and nursing suites feature responsive lighting designed to promote better sleep.

Residents enjoy lounges, a hairdressing salon, a dining room, a conservatory, a Namaste relaxation room and an accessible garden, with Wi-Fi throughout. A varied programme includes gentle exercise, live entertainment, community links with local students and charities, and therapeutic rickshaw rides. The home is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission and Outstanding for responsive care.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Meditation Area
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected February 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery650 m
A&E: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)1.3 miles
Bus stop950 m
Train station0.7 miles
Shops0.9 miles
Pub or bar400 m
  • Set back from main road noise
  • Near a railway line

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

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)

Top categories:

Other theft100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,194
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Devon usually pays £1,110 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £84 a week.

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

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Devon pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,054
2025—£1,110
2026£1,194—

What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Greenslades Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 1.3 miles away. The local GP practice is ST THOMAS MEDICAL GROUP, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford) · 1.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Outstanding
ST THOMAS MEDICAL GROUP · 0.4 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Exeter

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Exeter Community Transport Association

Provision of transport services to disabled persons including Ring & Ride service, hire of wheelchairs and mobility equipment.

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1129560)
Charity

Age UK Exeter

To promote the well-being of all older people in Exeter and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

3.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1010973)
Charity

Age UK Devon

Age UK Devon's mission is to improve the lives of older people in Devon through delivering services that: * Increase independence*Tackle loneliness & isolation*Improve health & wellbeing*Make the…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1019018)
Charity

Friends of Heavitree Health Centre

Provide transport to medical appointments.Provide transport and assistance with shopping.Provide transport and assistance to lunch clubs.Social drop in club for carers and ex carers.Carers support…

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037303)
Charity

Exminster Pensioners Club

The object of the club shall be to promote the welfare of the aged and retired. Monthly meetings, outings, annual holiday and Christmas dinner. Meet at the Victory Hall, Exminster on the first…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (289213)
Charity

Age Concern Crediton

Age Concern Crediton is an independently registered charity responsible for raising its own funds. Our mission is to promote the well-being of 50+ people in Crediton & district & help make later…

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1008497)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Greenslades located?
It is situated in Exeter and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Greenslades?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Greenslades is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Greenslades?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Greenslades have?
Currently, there are 67 beds at the home.
Who owns Greenslades?
This care home is owned and operated by Sanctuary Care.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Greenslades, including: Birthday & Holiday Celebrations, Book and Poetry, Exercise & Fitness.
What is the cost of care at Greenslades?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Greenslades the cost of care starts from £1,194 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01392 719559 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Part of Sanctuary Care

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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