Buckland Care
The Firs Care Home
Residential care home in East Devon, Devon
Operated by Buckland Care
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).
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About
The Firs Care Home, operated by Buckland Care, is a residential care home in East Devon providing residential, respite and specialist dementia care. It has 38 registered bedrooms and was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home is located in East Devon near Budleigh Salterton and supports older people requiring residential care and those living with dementia. It also offers respite care for those needing short-term support.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
What's nearby
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
13 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,100 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,054 |
| 2025 | — | £1,110 |
| 2026 | £1,100 | — |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
The Firs Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 9.6 miles away. The local GP practice is BUDLEIGH SALTERTON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in East Devon
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Ottery Help Scheme
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Trip Community Transport Association
Providing and maintaining non-profit community transport services.general mobility aids and equipment, and a befriending service
Honiton Carers Support Group
Activities include Art & Craft, Speakers on various subjects, Walk & Chats and many other activities all chosen by the members themselves.
The Sid Valley Memory Cafe
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at The Firs cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01773 300953.
Part of Buckland Care
The Firs Care Home is one of 11 homes run by Buckland Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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