VerifiedBaobab Social Care Ltd – Somerset is a home care agency based in Street, Somerset, providing care and support in people's own homes.
Fees on request
Home care in Street
3 agencies
There are 3 home care agencies in and around Street on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Baobab Social Care Ltd - Somerset in May 2023.
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Home care agencies (3)
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VerifiedSafe & Sound Homecare Services (Street) Ltd provides domiciliary care with a focus on dementia support.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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VerifiedCandlelight Homecare Glastonbury Area Office is a home care agency based in Glastonbury, Somerset.
CQC:Safe: GoodWell-led: Good
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Key facts: Street
| Home care agencies listed | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Somerset usual weekly rate (2025) | £805 |
| Most recently inspected | Baobab Social Care Ltd - Somerset (May 2023) |
Good2
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 Street
Rated Good or Outstanding
2/ 2 rated
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 Street
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.
Typical costs · Paying for home care · Agency or private carer · Support at home
What later-life care costs in Street
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Street compares with the wider Somerset area and the UK.
| Type of care | Street | Somerset avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,331 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,380 | £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 (Street within ~5 miles; Somerset 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 Street?
AskBart lists 3 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Street.
How much does home care cost in Street?
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 Street 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 Street regulated?
Yes. Every agency listed here is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 2 of the 2 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.
Weighing up your options in Street?
Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Street:
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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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