Best Care Homes in Exeter
Exeter has 49 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 1,615 beds. 4 homes have achieved an Outstanding rating — the highest possible CQC grade, including Lucerne House. 36 homes are rated Good. 4 homes require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
When choosing a care home in Exeter, we recommend shortlisting three to five homes and visiting each in person. Pay attention to the atmosphere, speak with staff and current residents' families, and use our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including NHS Continuing Healthcare and local authority support — is also essential before making a decision.
Exeter has care homes specialising in dementia care, learning disability care, mental health care and 4 other care types.
Specialist Care in Exeter
Lucerne House
Chudleigh Road,Alphington,Exeter
The Lodge
22 Spicer Road,Exeter
Parkland House
Barley Lane,Exeter
InFocus Charity
Topsham Road,Countess Wear,Exeter
Cadogan Court
Barley Lane,Exeter
Green Tree Court
81 Harrington Lane,Exeter
Greenslades Nursing Home
Willeys Avenue,Exeter
Cumberland Grange Care Home
Cumberland Way,Exeter
The Old Rectory Nursing Home
45-46 Old Tiverton Road,Exeter
Treelands Home Ltd Main Site and Treelands Atrium
Five Mile Hill,Tedburn St Mary,Exeter
Barton Place Nursing Home
Wrefords Link,Cowley Bridge,Exeter
Hay House Nursing Home
Broadclyst,Exeter
Langford Park
Langford Road,Langford,Exeter
Dove Tree House
89-91 Heavitree Road,Exeter
Jack Simpson House
North Street,Heavitree,Exeter
Stallcombe House
Sanctuary Lane,Woodbury,Exeter
The Dales Nursing Home
19-20 Howell Road,Exeter
Hill House
Combe Raleigh,Honiton,Exeter
The Lilacs Residential Home
42-44 Old Tiverton Road,Exeter
Highlands Borders Care Home
22 Salutary Mount,Heavitree,Exeter
Dene Court Care Home
1 Wonford Street,Heavitree,Exeter
Alphington Lodge Residential Home
1 St Michaels Close,Alphington,Exeter
Woodhayes
36-40,St. Leonards Road,Exeter
Seabrook House Limited
Seabrook Court,Topsham Road,Exeter
The Manor Exminster
Main Road,Exminster,Exeter
Aaron Court Care Home
328 Pinhoe Road,Exeter
Sainthill House Care Home
Cowick Lane,Exeter
The Court Retirement Residence
Rockbeare,Exeter
Endeavour Residential Home
Chudleigh Road,Alphington,Exeter
Amelia House Residential Home
Amelia House,Pocombe Bridge,Exeter
Parklands
Parklands, Kensham Avenue,Bradninch,Exeter
Mr Warwick Phillips and Mrs Deborah Phillips - 14-15 St James Road
14-15 St James Road,Exeter
Dennyshill Care Home
Glenthorne Road,Duryard,Exeter
SENSE Andlaw House
126 Bartholomew Street West,Exeter
New Treetops
Nichols Way,Exeter
Regents Park
42 East Wonford Hill,Exeter
Penhayes
Kenton,Exeter
Penhayes House
Kenton,Exeter
Highbray Residential Care Home
84 Mount Pleasant Road Exeter,Exeter
The Holt
Deepway Gardens,Exminster,Exeter
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Exeter?
Exeter has 49 CQC-registered care homes, with 1,615 total beds across the city.
What is the average CQC rating in Exeter?
The average CQC rating for care homes in Exeter is 3.9 out of 5. 4 homes have achieved Outstanding — the highest possible grade.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Exeter?
Exeter has 4 Outstanding-rated care homes and 36 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding homes have passed the highest level of CQC inspection.
What types of care are available in Exeter?
Care homes in Exeter offer both residential care (personal care without nursing) and nursing care for those with complex medical needs. Specialist care types available include dementia care, learning disability care, mental health care, nursing care.
What are typical care home fees in Exeter?
Care home fees in Exeter vary by home type and level of care. Residential care typically ranges from £700–£1,200 per week; nursing care is usually higher. Those with assets below £23,250 may qualify for local authority funding — a care needs and financial assessment is required.
How do I choose the right care home in Exeter?
Start by identifying the level of care needed (residential, nursing, or specialist). Then check CQC ratings — Outstanding and Good-rated homes meet the highest standards. Visit in person, speak with staff and families of current residents, and use our checklist to compare homes systematically. Read our full guide for step-by-step advice.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data