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Fourways Community Care is a home care agency based in Sidmouth, East Devon, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Home care in Sidmouth
3 agencies
There are 3 home care agencies in and around Sidmouth 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 Charity Earnshaw in March 2022.
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Home care agencies (3)
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Harcombe Valley Care Limited provides specialist dementia care for older adults and people with physical disabilities.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
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Charity Earnshaw is a home care agency based in Sidmouth, East Devon.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
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Key facts: Sidmouth
| Home care agencies listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Devon usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,110 |
| Most recently inspected | Charity Earnshaw (March 2022) |
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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 Sidmouth
Rated Good or Outstanding
3/ 3 rated
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 Sidmouth
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, Devon council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,110/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Devon council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Sidmouth
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Sidmouth compares with the wider East Devon area and the UK.
| Type of care | Sidmouth | East Devon avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,350 | £1,385 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,435 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Sidmouth averages £1,350/week — about 13% above the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Sidmouth within ~5 miles; East Devon 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 Sidmouth?
AskBart lists 3 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Sidmouth.
How much does home care cost in Sidmouth?
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 Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth regulated?
Yes. Every agency listed here is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 3 of the 3 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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Guides for families
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