1st Class Care Services2 Ltd is a home care agency based in Ledbury, Herefordshire, providing care and support in people's own homes.
Home care in Ledbury
4 agencies
There are 4 home care agencies in and around Ledbury 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 Leadon Vale Care Ltd in March 2022.
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Home care agencies (4)
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VerifiedShaw Community Services Limited (DCA) is a home care agency based in Ledbury, Herefordshire.
Leadon Vale Care Ltd is a home care agency based in Ledbury, Herefordshire, providing domiciliary care and support to people in their own homes.
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Walsingham Support - Central Supported Living is a home care agency based in Ledbury, Herefordshire.
Key facts: Ledbury
| Home care agencies listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 0 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Herefordshire, County of usual weekly rate (2025) | £1,123 |
| Most recently inspected | Leadon Vale Care Ltd (March 2022) |
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 Ledbury
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 Ledbury
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, Herefordshire, County of council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £1,123/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Herefordshire, County of council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Ledbury
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Ledbury compares with the wider Herefordshire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Ledbury | Herefordshire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | £1,362 | £1,125 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | £1,362 | £1,078 | £1,500 |
| Live-in care (est.) | — | — | ~£1,400 |
| Visiting care, 20 hrs/wk (est.) | — | — | ~£460 |
Residential care in Ledbury averages £1,362/week — about 14% above the UK average.
Care-home figures are the average advertised private weekly fee across AskBart’s listings (Ledbury within ~5 miles; Herefordshire 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 Ledbury?
AskBart lists 4 CQC-registered home care agencies in and around Ledbury.
How much does home care cost in Ledbury?
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 Ledbury 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 Ledbury 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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