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VerifiedProfessional Nursing Services Limited is a home care agency based in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Home care in Bishops Stortford
9 agencies
There are 9 home care agencies in and around Bishops Stortford on AskBart. 75% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at Sierra Homecare in September 2021.
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Home care agencies (9)
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- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
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Sagecare (Biggleswade) is a home care agency operated by City and County Healthcare Group.
CQC:Safe: Requires improvementWell-led: Requires improvement
Fees on request
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VerifiedCare By Us Limited is a home care agency based in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire.
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VerifiedRTS Healthcare Services is a home care agency based in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Kindherts Care Ltd is a home care agency based in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedRJN Care Solutions Limited is a home care agency based in Ware, East Hertfordshire.
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VerifiedNines Care Ltd is a home care agency based in Stansted, Essex.
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Sierra Homecare is a domiciliary care provider based in Ware, East Hertfordshire, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedGoodOaks Homecare - East Herts is a home care agency based in Bishop's Stortford, Essex.
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Key facts: Bishops Stortford
| Home care agencies listed | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 1 |
| Hertfordshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £906 |
| Most recently inspected | Sierra Homecare (September 2021) |
Good3
Requires improvement1
Not yet rated5
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 Bishops Stortford
Rated Good or Outstanding
3/ 4 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
5
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 Bishops Stortford
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, Hertfordshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £906/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Hertfordshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Bishops Stortford
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Bishops Stortford compares with the wider East Hertfordshire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Bishops Stortford | East Hertfordshire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,250 | £1,338 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £1,250 | £1,370 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Bishops Stortford averages £1,250/week — about 4% above the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Bishops Stortford within ~5 miles; East Hertfordshire 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 Bishops Stortford?
AskBart lists 9 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Bishops Stortford.
How much does home care cost in Bishops Stortford?
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 Bishops Stortford 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 Bishops Stortford regulated?
Yes. Every agency listed here is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 3 of the 4 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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