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Casterbridge Homecare is a home care agency based in Portland, Dorset, providing care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Dementia home care agencies in Portland
4 agencies
There are 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Portland 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 Agincare UK Weymouth in May 2023.
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Home care agencies (4)
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VerifiedCQC Outstanding
Agincare Enable Dorset is a home care agency based in Portland that delivers care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Outstanding
Fees on request
VerifiedCQC Good
Agincare UK Weymouth is a home care agency based in Portland, Dorset, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
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VerifiedAgincare Live-in Care (South West) is a home care agency based in Portland, Dorset, delivering care and support to people in their own homes.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
Fees on request
Key facts: Portland
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 4 of 4 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Dorset usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,156 |
| Most recently inspected | Agincare UK Weymouth (May 2023) |
Outstanding1
Good3
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 Portland
Rated Good or Outstanding
4/ 4 rated
Outstanding
1
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 Portland
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, Dorset council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,156/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Dorset 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 Portland
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Portland compares with the wider Dorset area and the UK.
| Type of care | Portland | Dorset avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,292 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,358 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Portland within ~5 miles; Dorset 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.
Safety in the area
32 crimes reported in July 2026, Police.uk.
- Violent crime15
- Anti-social behaviour7
- Other theft3
- Vehicle crime3
Common questions
How many dementia home care agencies are there in Portland?
AskBart lists 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Portland, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Portland rated?
Of the 4 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 3 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Portland?
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.
Near Portland
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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!
More in our home care guides.
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