VerifiedBirchwood Homecaring Services Limited is a home care agency based in Ripley, Amber Valley, Derbyshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Home care in Ripley
5 agencies
There are 5 home care agencies in and around Ripley on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Birchwood Homecaring Services Limited in February 2023.
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Home care agencies (5)
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VerifiedYour Home Care Ripley is a domiciliary care provider based in Ripley, Derbyshire.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Avanti Homecare (Ripley) is a home care agency based in Ripley, Amber Valley, Derbyshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedWhites Community Care is a home care agency based in Belper, Derbyshire, providing care and support in people's own homes.
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VerifiedDerbyshire Community Care Limited is a home care agency based in Heanor, Amber Valley, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
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Key facts: Ripley
| Home care agencies listed | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Derbyshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £974 |
| Most recently inspected | Birchwood Homecaring Services Limited (February 2023) |
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Not yet rated3
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
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CQC quality of home care in Ripley
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
3
Every agency here is regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Each profile shows the full CQC breakdown — whether the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What home care costs in Ripley
Visiting care typically costs £22–£30 per hour across the UK. That’s a typical range, not a local quote, so ask each agency for a written quote. For context, Derbyshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £974/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Derbyshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Ripley
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Ripley compares with the wider Amber Valley area and the UK.
| Type of care | Ripley | Amber Valley avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £979 | £1,031 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £950 | £950 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Ripley averages £979/week — about 18% below the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Ripley within ~5 miles; Amber Valley county-wide); actual fees depend on the home, room and level of care. Home-care figures are typical UK estimates — we don’t yet hold verified local agency rates, so they aren’t shown per area. Always get written quotes. Model your own numbers with the care cost calculator.
Common questions
How many home care agencies are there in Ripley?
AskBart lists 5 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Ripley.
How much does home care cost in Ripley?
Across the UK, visiting (hourly) home care typically costs £22–£30 per hour, overnight care £150–£220 per night, and live-in care £1,100–£1,600 per week. Actual fees in Ripley depend on the agency and your care needs, so always ask for a written quote after a free needs assessment.
Are home care agencies in Ripley regulated?
Yes. Every agency listed here is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 2 of the 2 rated agencies are rated Good or Outstanding. Each profile shows the full CQC rating across all five areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
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