Parkland House

Care home in Exeter, Devon

Operated by Peninsula Care Homes

CQC Outstanding52 beds
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressBarley Lane, Exeter, EX4 1TA
Beds52

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About

Parkland House is a 52-bed care home in Exeter, Devon, providing residential care in a safe and supportive environment. The home is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, with Outstanding grades across Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led care, and a Good rating for Safety.

The home supports residents who wish to maintain their independence while receiving tailored care and assistance from its staff team.

What inspectors found

CQC: Outstanding

Report published 3 June 2019 · Last inspected 7 March 2019

Inspectors found that people at Parkland House receive personalised, caring support from a consistent team of staff who know them well and who make time for one-to-one contact. Relatives and visitors described staff as sensitive and kind, including when people were unwell or returning from hospital. The report describes an activity-rich, sociable atmosphere shaped by good dementia care.

Strengths noted
  • Staff were described as kind, respectful and attentive, supporting people's independence and choices.
  • Inspectors noted that staffing levels and a stable team allowed people to receive good individual attention.
  • The home is adapted for people living with dementia, and staff are trained to respond to individual needs, including allowing people to settle in their chosen place at night.
  • Activities run seven days a week and are based on people's past interests, with links to the wider community, and meals are plentiful, individualised and served in a sociable way.

Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.

What's nearby

GP surgery0.7 miles
A&E: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)2.4 miles
  • Set back from main road noise

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsAmple
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysAmple

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)

Top categories:

Other theft100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential careFees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

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Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Devon pays care homes.
YearCouncil rate (per week)
2024£1,054
2025£1,110

What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Parkland House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 2.3 miles away. The local GP practice is ST THOMAS MEDICAL GROUP, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford) · 2.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Outstanding
ST THOMAS MEDICAL GROUP · 0.7 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Exeter

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Exeter Community Transport Association

Provision of transport services to disabled persons including Ring & Ride service, hire of wheelchairs and mobility equipment.

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1129560)
Charity

Age UK Exeter

To promote the well-being of all older people in Exeter and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

3.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1010973)
Charity

Age UK Devon

Age UK Devon's mission is to improve the lives of older people in Devon through delivering services that: * Increase independence*Tackle loneliness & isolation*Improve health & wellbeing*Make the…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1019018)
Charity

Friends of Heavitree Health Centre

Provide transport to medical appointments.Provide transport and assistance with shopping.Provide transport and assistance to lunch clubs.Social drop in club for carers and ex carers.Carers support…

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037303)
Charity

Exminster Pensioners Club

The object of the club shall be to promote the welfare of the aged and retired. Monthly meetings, outings, annual holiday and Christmas dinner. Meet at the Victory Hall, Exminster on the first…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (289213)
Charity

Age Concern Crediton

Age Concern Crediton is an independently registered charity responsible for raising its own funds. Our mission is to promote the well-being of 50+ people in Crediton & district & help make later…

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1008497)

Part of Peninsula Care Homes

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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