Care home

Bronte

Care home in Exeter, Devon

Bronte

Care home in Exeter, Devon

CQC Requires improvement20 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.uk).
AddressLower Lane, Ebford, Exeter, EX3 0QT
Beds20

About

Bronte is a care home in Exeter, Devon, providing accommodation and support for 20 residents. The home is registered with the Care Quality Commission and was rated Requires Improvement in its 2024 inspection report.

The CQC found Bronte to be Good for safety and for being caring and responsive to residents' needs. The ratings for effectiveness and leadership were Requires Improvement.

What's nearby

GP surgery1.1 miles
A&E: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)3.8 miles
  • Set back from main road noise
  • Fire station about 950 m away

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

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingAdequate
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)

Top categories:

Other theft100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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

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Local health safety net

Bronte is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 3.8 miles away. The local GP practice is TOPSHAM SURGERY, 1.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford) · 3.8 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
TOPSHAM SURGERY · 1.1 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)

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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