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VerifiedCQC Good
Forest Homecare Suffolk provides domiciliary care and support in the community.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Dementia home care agencies in Sudbury
7 agencies
There are 7 dementia home care agencies in and around Sudbury on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at Forest Homecare Suffolk in March 2023.
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Home care agencies (7)
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VerifiedCQC Good
William Wood House, Sudbury
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
VerifiedKingsley Home Care South Suffolk and North Essex Service is a home care agency based in Sudbury, Suffolk.
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VerifiedMaster Care Ipswich is a home care agency based in Sudbury, Babergh, Suffolk.
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VerifiedCQC Good
Briarcare Recruitment Agency is a home care agency based in Sudbury, Suffolk.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
1 Oak Home Care is a home care agency based in Sudbury, Babergh, Suffolk, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
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VerifiedCQC Good
Harmonize Care is a home care agency based in Sudbury, Suffolk, providing care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: Requires improvementWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Key facts: Sudbury
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 5 of 5 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Suffolk usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,064 |
| Most recently inspected | Forest Homecare Suffolk (March 2023) |
Good5
Not yet rated2
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 Sudbury
Rated Good or Outstanding
5/ 5 rated
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
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 Sudbury
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, Suffolk council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,064/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Suffolk council carries out the free care needs assessment.
Typical costs · Paying for home care · Agency or private carer · Support at home
What later-life care costs in Sudbury
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Sudbury compares with the wider Babergh area and the UK.
| Type of care | Sudbury | Babergh avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £920 | £920 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £1,147 | £1,147 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Sudbury averages £920/week — about 23% below the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Sudbury within ~5 miles; Babergh 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 dementia home care agencies are there in Sudbury?
AskBart lists 7 dementia home care agencies in and around Sudbury, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Sudbury rated?
Of the 5 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 5 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Sudbury?
Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Dementia live-in care: a guide" covers what to look for.
Weighing up your options in Sudbury?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Sudbury:
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Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.
Guides for families
- Care Home or Home Care? Pros and Cons (2026)
- Live-in Care Explained: the Alternative to a Care Home
- How Much Does A Carer Cost - The Ultimate Guide In 2025!
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