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VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Radfield Home Care Stamford, Peterborough & Rutland is a domiciliary care provider based in South Kesteven, Stamford, Lincolnshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Home care in Stamford
2 agencies
There are 2 home care agencies in and around Stamford on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Radfield Home Care Stamford, Peterborough & Rutland in June 2021.
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Home care agencies (2)
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VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Bluebird Care Stamford, Rutland, Peterborough & Oundle is a home care agency based in Stamford, Lincolnshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Outstanding
Key facts: Stamford
| Home care agencies listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 2 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Lincolnshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £783 |
| Most recently inspected | Radfield Home Care Stamford, Peterborough & Rutland (June 2021) |
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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 Stamford
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
Outstanding
2
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 Stamford
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, Lincolnshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £783/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Lincolnshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Stamford
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Stamford compares with the wider South Kesteven area and the UK.
| Type of care | Stamford | South Kesteven avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,104 | £1,084 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,153 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Stamford averages £1,104/week — about 8% below the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Stamford within ~5 miles; South Kesteven 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 Stamford?
AskBart lists 2 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Stamford, 2 of them rated Outstanding.
How much does home care cost in Stamford?
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 Stamford 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 Stamford 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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