No photos yet
Verified15 Catchpin Street is a home care agency based in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
Fees on request
Dementia home care agencies in Buckingham
7 agencies
There are 7 dementia home care agencies in and around Buckingham on AskBart. 50% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). The most recent inspection was at ExemplaCare in February 2023.
Free, independent advice from Janet, Claire and the AskBart teamHow we check our information
Home care agencies (7)
Pins show each agency's office; care is given in people's own homes.
- Good
- Requires improvement
- Not rated
No photos yet
VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Buckingham Home Care Limited is a home care agency based in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire.
CQC:Safe: Requires improvementWell-led: Requires improvement
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
ExemplaCare provides dementia care and is registered to support older people aged 65 and over, as well as younger adults under 65.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Overwhelmed by choice?
Ask Bart anything now, or leave your number and a person calls you back within one working day. Free.
VerifiedMy Liberty Care Ltd is a home care agency based in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, providing care and support in people's own homes.
Fees on request
No photos yet
VerifiedGrace Hands Care Main Office is a home care agency based in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Levante Agency provides dementia care and is registered to support older people aged 65 and over, younger adults under 65, people with physical…
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Requires improvement
Swan Court is a home care agency operated by Agincare, based in Buckingham, Buckinghamshire.
CQC:Safe: Requires improvementWell-led: Requires improvement
Fees on request
Key facts: Buckingham
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 4 (50%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 2 |
| Buckinghamshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,188 |
| Most recently inspected | ExemplaCare (February 2023) |
Good2
Requires improvement2
Not yet rated3
Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.
Not sure how much care is needed?
Answer a few questions and we’ll estimate the hours a week, a visit schedule and a rough cost for care at home in Buckingham — in about a minute.
CQC quality of home care in Buckingham
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 4 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 Buckingham
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, Buckinghamshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,188/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Buckinghamshire 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 Buckingham
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Buckingham compares with the wider Buckinghamshire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Buckingham | Buckinghamshire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,475 | £1,418 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £1,475 | £1,435 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Buckingham averages £1,475/week — about 23% above the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Buckingham within ~5 miles; Buckinghamshire 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 Buckingham?
AskBart lists 7 dementia home care agencies in and around Buckingham, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Buckingham rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 0 are rated Outstanding, 2 Good, 2 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Buckingham?
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 Buckingham?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Buckingham:
Near Buckingham
- Dementia home care agencies in Towcester (1)
- Dementia home care agencies in Brackley (2)
- Dementia home care agencies in Bicester (13)
- Dementia home care agencies in Central Milton Keynes (77)
- Dementia home care agencies in Aylesbury (36)
- Dementia home care agencies in Newport Pagnell (47)
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!
More in our home care guides.
Talk to a care at home expert.
Choosing home care is a big decision. Get free, friendly guidance on the agencies in Buckingham — no obligation, just clear answers when you need them.
Header photo: Steve Daniels, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons