Welford Court
Residential care home in Leicester
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- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Welford Court is a private residential care home in Leicester providing long-term care for older people. The home has 14 registered beds and is part of a small group that also operates Conifer Lodge in Wigston. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2023, with Good ratings for Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led care; the Safe domain was rated Requires Improvement.
The home is run by its owner Christopher Kemp and led by a full-time Care Lead. The team brings considerable experience in older people's care and aims to support residents with a balance of independence and assistance within a family setting.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 5 April 2023 · Last inspected 8 March 2023
Inspectors rated Welford Court good overall after a visit in March 2023. The home cares for up to 14 older people and people living with dementia, and staff were described as well trained, supervised regularly and encouraged to build their skills. Feedback about the service, staff and management was very positive, and people were supported to make their own choices as far as possible.
- Staff were well trained and supported with regular supervision and development opportunities
- Safeguarding training was in place and staff knew how to act if someone was at risk
- Medicines were managed safely and recruitment systems were safe
- Good partnerships with external professionals, and people were helped to eat well and reach health services
- Some environmental risks were not always managed, although the registered manager acted on these during the inspection
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Care provided
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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 SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
1,007 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | 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 Leicester council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £967 |
| 2025 | £1,044 |
What Leicester council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Welford Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Leicester Royal Infirmary, 1.6 miles away. The local GP practice is SPIRIT PRIMARY CARE LIMITED-ASQUITH, 0.3 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Leicester
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
East West Community Centre Limited
We offer care to elderly clients suffering from a disability and our service acts as a means of bringingsomeone out of isolation and loneliness; thereby promoting well-being.We provide services…
Age UK Leicestershire & Rutland(measham)
Charitable activity is to keep building maintained for older people in Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland to use as a resource.
Age Concern Measham (Measham Old Folk's Guild)
Daily Drop-in Centre providing a range of activities for older people living in the village of Measham and surrounding villages.
Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland Home Help Limited
Provision of services to older or disadvantaged people in their homes. Providing personal care, cleaning, shopping, foot care, well being and other essential services that enables them to remain…
Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland Limited
Daycare,home care, drop in centres, visiting schemes, community mental health scheme, campaigning, awareness, services into residential homes, information and advice, advocacy specialist insurance…
Age Concern Syston and District
We offer help and advice to the elderly and disabled of Syston and District. We run a disabled minibus and offer a variety of outings throughout the year. We have a weekly coffee morning. The…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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