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Bluebird Care Mendip is a home care agency based in Shepton Mallet, Somerset.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Outstanding
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Home care in Shepton Mallet
2 agencies
There are 2 home care agencies in and around Shepton Mallet on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Bluebird Care Mendip in June 2019.
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VerifiedSelwood Care Ltd is a home care agency based in Shepton Mallet, Somerset.
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Key facts: Shepton Mallet
| Home care agencies listed | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Somerset usual weekly rate (2025) | £805 |
| Most recently inspected | Bluebird Care Mendip (June 2019) |
Outstanding1
Not yet rated1
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 Shepton Mallet
Rated Good or Outstanding
1/ 1 rated
Outstanding
1
Newly registered (awaiting rating)
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 Shepton Mallet
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, Somerset council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £805/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Somerset council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Shepton Mallet
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Shepton Mallet compares with the wider Mendip area and the UK.
| Type of care | Shepton Mallet | Mendip avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,405 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,410 | £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 (Shepton Mallet within ~5 miles; Mendip 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 Shepton Mallet?
AskBart lists 2 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Shepton Mallet, 1 of them rated Outstanding.
How much does home care cost in Shepton Mallet?
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 Shepton Mallet 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 Shepton Mallet regulated?
Yes. Every agency listed here is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 1 of the 1 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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