Salopian Care is a home care agency based in Market Drayton, Shropshire, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
Dementia home care agencies in Market Drayton
4 agencies
There are 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Market Drayton on AskBart. The most recent inspection was at Hands on Care Homecare Services in September 2022.
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Home care agencies (4)
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Newport Enterprise Centre is a home care agency based in Market Drayton, Shropshire, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
4Q Healthcare Ltd is a home care agency based in Market Drayton, Shropshire, delivering care and support in people's own homes.
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Hands on Care Homecare Services is a home care agency based in Market Drayton, Shropshire.
Key facts: Market Drayton
| Dementia home care agencies listed | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated Good or Outstanding | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Rated Outstanding | 1 |
| Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate | 0 |
| Shropshire usual weekly rate (2025) | £928 |
| Most recently inspected | Hands on Care Homecare Services (September 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 Market Drayton
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 Market Drayton
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, Shropshire council’s published cost-of-care rate was around £928/week (2025). Your home isn’t counted in the means test while care is provided there. Shropshire council carries out the free care needs assessment.
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What later-life care costs in Market Drayton
Average weekly costs for the main types of care, so you can see how Market Drayton compares with the wider Shropshire area and the UK.
| Type of care | Market Drayton | Shropshire avg | UK average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential care home | — | £1,325 | £1,200 |
| Nursing care home | — | £1,326 | £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 (Market Drayton within ~5 miles; Shropshire 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 dementia home care agencies are there in Market Drayton?
AskBart lists 4 dementia home care agencies in and around Market Drayton, each with its latest CQC rating.
How are dementia home care agencies in Market Drayton rated?
Of the 2 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 1 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.
How do I choose between dementia home care agencies in Market Drayton?
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.
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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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