Care Homes for Older People in Plymouth

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Browse 54 Plymouth Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 8.9
Total 1,428 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,174 per week

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Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock)

53 Hooe Road, Hooe, Plymstock, Plymouth PL9 9QS

1.8 miles from centre of Plymouth

1056 Reviews

"Mum has been at Wisteria for 6 years. She is loved like a family member. The care and consideration for her is unbelieveable. Myself and my..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 20 rooms

Group/Owner Wisteria House Dementia Care Ltd

Wisteria House in Hooe, Plymstock specialises in 'quality of life' for elderly people living with dementia. The home offers high quality and comfortable furnishings to include very stimulating lounge/diners... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Butterfly Lodge

Agaton Road, St Budueax, Plymouth PL5 2EW

3.3 miles from centre of Plymouth

1090 Reviews

83 1

"Our darling Mum passed away in June 2026 whilst in the loving care of Butterfly Lodge, her passing was made so much easier to bear by the..."Read all 90 reviews

from £1,380 / weekSize 38 rooms

Group/Owner Camelot Care

Butterfly Lodge is a unique Swedish-designed, purpose-built care home situated in a scenic location overlooking the Tamar Estuary. Set over two floors, its spacious and thoughtful layout includes... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care

Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Plymbridge House

3 Plymbridge Road, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 4LD

3.8 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.983 Reviews

17 2

"My lovely mum, who is now 87, has been a resident at Plymbridge House for just over a year. Following the loss of most of her sight,..."Read all 83 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Peninsula Care Homes Ltd

Plymbridge House is a former vicarage which has been extended and converted to provide care and support to residents. The home is located in a residential area of Plympton, with nearby access to Plymouth... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Selkirk House

74 Church Road, Plymstock, Plymouth PL9 9BD

2.5 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.997 Reviews

12 2

"The staff at Selkirk house have been wonderful. My father was in their care for over 3 years and throughout the whole time, the staff..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,349 / weekSize 42 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Anchor’s Selkirk House in Plymouth is a purpose-built home that supports up to 42 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle. Located in the heart of Plymstock, close to local amenities, it provides... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Elburton Heights Care Home

33 Springfield Road, Elburton, Plymouth PL9 8EJ

3.4 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.8100 Reviews

15 1

"In the 8months,my father in law, Dave was in Elburton Heights Care Home, he received the most amazing care by everyone,from all the staff..."Read all 100 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 73 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Elburton Heights Care Home is located in Plymouth's Elburton district and is close to shops, public transport and amenities, as well as not being far from the city centre. This purpose-built care... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Wisteria House Dementia Care (Woolwell)

465 Tavistock Road, Plymouth PL6 7HE

4.5 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.727 Reviews

"From the first time I set food in Wisteria House which is filled with colour and curios, flowers and art works, I have been bowled over by..."Read all 27 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 33 rooms

Group/Owner Wisteria House Dementia Care Ltd

Wisteria House (Woolwell) Dementia Care in Plymouth supports 33 people aged 65+ who live with dementia. The residential care setting offers 24 hour support has a team of experienced, skilled staff... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Dementia Residential Care

The Long Brook Residential Home

79 Fore Street, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1NE

4.1 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.736 Reviews

37 1

"My mum has been going to Long Brook as a day care patient one day a week and has recently stayed for a week to give me respite. I can..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 24 rooms

Group/Owner Yelverton Care LLP

Located in Plympton in Plymouth, The Long Brook Residential Home offers residential care for up to 24 adults. The home is situated in the peaceful countryside, offering beautiful views from many rooms... Read more

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Nazareth House - Plymouth

Durnford Street, Plymouth PL1 3QR

1 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.631 Reviews

14 1

"Amazing care home who care for my mum with love. Her needs have increased in the time she has been here and they adapt to every new care..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Nazareth Care Charitable Trust

Nazareth House, Plymouth, is operated by the Catholic congregation Sisters of Nazareth, offering vulnerable people a secure and healthy residence in which they feel respected and comfortable on a daily... Read more

Older Person Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Devonshire House and Devonshire Lodge Care Home

Woolwell Road, Woolwell, Plymouth PL6 7JW

4.8 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.5123 Reviews

23 1

"Devonshire Lodge is a purpose built care and nursing home with wide corridors and good sized rooms. Staff are really friendly and..."Read all 123 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 77 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Devonshire House and Lodge Care Home is located to the north of Plymouth, on the edge of Dartmoor. The home is convenient for shops, amenities and public transport. The local shopping centre is just five... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Merafield View Nursing Home

Underlane, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1ZB

3.7 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.418 Reviews

"Merafield is a caring home. The moment my husband and I walked through the door we knew it was a place where Dad would be safe and lovingly..."Read all 18 reviews

from £1,331 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Golfhill Ltd

Merafield View Nursing Home is committed to quality care within comfortable surroundings, combining the benefits of a homely environment with personalised and skilled care. A key worker system enables... Read more

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Dementia Residential Care
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Furzehatt Residential and Nursing Home

59 Furzehatt Road, Plymstock, Plymouth PL9 8QX

2.8 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.4113 Reviews

13 1

"Our family cannot thank Furzehatt enough for their exemplary care and support during my dad's end of life care. As soon as dad was told it..."Read all 113 reviews

from £1,193 / weekSize 62 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With an excellent reputation for the high standard of care, the long-serving team at Furzehatt are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents. Providing residential, dementia, nursing and... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Ernstell House Nursing Home

20 Ernesettle Lane, Ernesettle, Plymouth PL5 2EY

3.5 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.442 Reviews

18 1

"My son, daughters and I find that David has the best of care and we are all very happy about this. David said today that he really likes..."Read all 42 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 64 rooms

Group/Owner Amica Care

Ernstell House offers stylish, en-suite bedrooms and a warm, welcoming atmosphere where residents truly feel at home. Overlooking the Tamar, this Plymouth-based care home boasts fantastic amenities, including... Read more

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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Parkwood House

72/74 Exmouth Road, Stoke, Plymouth PL1 4QJ

1.4 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.010 Reviews

"The care that Mum has received since she moved here 2 years ago has been exceptional & as a family we believe that Mum wouldn't have..."Read all 10 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 45 rooms

Group/Owner Southern Healthcare (Wessex) Ltd

Parkwood House is a registered Eden Alternative Home nestled in a tranquil cul-de-sac, offering serene views of Devonport Park. Conveniently located just a short stroll from Stoke Village, which offer... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Meadowside & St Francis

5 Plymbridge Road, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 4LE

3.9 miles from centre of Plymouth

8.99 Reviews

"Best home that I have ever visited. Staff are amazing, management amazing. The care my husband has had from here is the best he's had since..."Read all 9 reviews

from £1,351 / weekSize 69 rooms

Group/Owner Golfhill Ltd

Meadowside and St Francis Care Centre, located in Plympton, Plymouth (PL7 4LE), provides specialist, person-centred care for up to 69 people. The centre includes two units: St Francis, offering nursing... Read more

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Nursing Care

Manor Court

257 Blandford Road, Efford, Plymouth PL3 6ND

2 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.769 Reviews

12 1

"When my Mum Ruth moved to Manorcourt she was made so welcome by all staff. Mum's studio room was cosy and she was able to make it very much..."Read all 69 reviews

Size 37 rooms

Group/Owner South West Care Homes Ltd

Manor Court is situated in Efford just outside Plymouth and benefits from good road and public transport links. The home provides residential and care for older people living with dementia for up... Read more

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Michaelstowe

211 Ridgeway, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 2HP

4.4 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.344 Reviews

"Staff are approachable and treat my gran is treated with care and dignity. They support her and help her to listen to music which she..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 24 rooms

Group/Owner South West Care Homes Ltd

Michaelstowe is an attractive period residence situated in the Ridgeway, at the heart of Plympton near the town of Plymouth. There is a friendly and passionate team on hand 24 hours a day providing... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

The Manor House

135 Looseleigh Lane, Derriford, Plymouth PL6 5JE

3.5 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.329 Reviews

"My mum is currently staying in The Manor after a fall at her home and a short stay in hospital. They are taking very good care of her, she..."Read all 29 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 30 rooms

Group/Owner South West Care Homes Ltd

The Manor House is a residential home for older people based in a characterful period residence in Plymouth, Devon. The laid back and homely accommodation provides quality care in a leafy, suburban... Read more

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Valley View Residential Care Home

298 Fort Austin Avenue, Crownhill, Plymouth PL6 5SR

2.6 miles from centre of Plymouth

8.32 Reviews

"I find this care home to be very bright and cheerful and the staff very friendly.My dad has only been there about 7 weeks. But my..."Read all 2 reviews

from £850 / weekSize 20 rooms

Valley View is a welcoming 20-bed Victorian care home registered to provide residential care for people aged 65 and over. The home offers a comfortable and supportive environment where residents are encouraged... Read more

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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Ashleigh Manor Care Home

1 & 3 Vicarage Road, Plymouth PL7 4JU

3.8 miles from centre of Plymouth

7.725 Reviews

"I cannot praise the staff enough for their professionalism, kindness and compassionate care of my mum in her time at Ashleigh Manor, She..."Read all 25 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 65 rooms

Ashleigh Manor Care Centre is a well regarded residential and nursing care home for adults over the age of 55 years who live with a range of long term conditions, and specialising in forward-thinking... Read more

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Dementia Residential Care

Vicarage Residential Home

1 Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross, Plymouth PL2 3QR

2 miles from centre of Plymouth

15 Reviews

"Mum was in the Vicarage for a short time before passing away my family and I will always be grateful for the wonderful care Mum was given..."Read all 15 reviews

Size 35 rooms

Vicarage House is a care home in Plymouth that is registered to welcome up to thirty-five residents, all of whom receive personalised care packages from a friendly and family-run service. Care staff... Read more

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Respite Care

Durnsford Lodge Residential Home

90 Somerset Place, Stoke, Plymouth PL3 4BG

1.2 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.07 Reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 28 rooms

Older Person Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Trenant House

Queens Road, Lipson, Plymouth PL4 7PJ

0.9 miles from centre of Plymouth

from £895 / weekSize 24 rooms

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Thorn Park Care Home

69/73 Mannamead Road, Mannamead, Plymouth PL3 4ST

1.2 miles from centre of Plymouth

9.015 Reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 37 rooms

Older Person Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Hartley Park Care Home

Hartley Road, Plymouth PL3 5LW

1.6 miles from centre of Plymouth

from £1,400 / weekSize 66 rooms

Older Person Care
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Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Underhill House

Underhill Road, Stoke, Plymouth PL3 4BP

1.2 miles from centre of Plymouth

2 Reviews

from £900 / weekSize 28 rooms

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Dementia Residential Care

Torr Home

The Drive, Hartley, Plymouth PL3 5SY

1.8 miles from centre of Plymouth

from £1,100 / weekSize 60 rooms

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Vale Lodge

38/40 Sutherland Road, Mutley, Plymouth PL4 6BN

0.6 miles from centre of Plymouth

8.622 Reviews

from £950 / weekSize 20 rooms

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

The Old School House

38 Merafield Road, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1TL

3.6 miles from centre of Plymouth

26 Reviews

Size 36 rooms

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Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Charlton House

55 Mannamead Road, Mannamead, Plymouth PL3 4SR

1.2 miles from centre of Plymouth

8.844 Reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 44 rooms

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Ardent Residential Care Home

4 Houndiscombe Road, Mutley, Plymouth PL4 6HH

0.6 miles from centre of Plymouth

3 Reviews

Size 23 rooms

Older Person Care
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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Plymouth Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in and around Plymouth

Average older person care home costs in and around Plymouth by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 40 older person care homes with fees listed in and around Plymouth.

Type of Care Provided	Plymouth	Devon	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,163	£1,248	£1,312	£1,317
Residential Dementia Care	£1,159	£1,256	£1,345	£1,351
Nursing Care	£1,361	£1,518	£1,578	£1,563
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,390	£1,523	£1,599	£1,590
All Care Types	£1,174	£1,257	£1,323	£1,330

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Plymouth Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 33 care homes with fees listed.

£1,163 per week

7.3% below Devon average
12.8% below England average
13.2% below UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 31 care homes with fees listed.

£1,159 per week

8.4% below Devon average
16.0% below England average
16.6% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 17 care homes with fees listed.

£1,361 per week

11.5% below Devon average
15.9% below England average
14.8% below UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 14 care homes with fees listed.

£1,390 per week

9.6% below Devon average
15.0% below England average
14.4% below UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Plymouth?

There are 54 Older Person Care Homes in Plymouth, including 22 Nursing Homes & 32 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Plymouth have the highest Review Score?

Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock), Butterfly Lodge & Plymbridge House are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Plymouth.

Which older person care homes in Plymouth offer Nursing Care?

Butterfly Lodge, Elburton Heights Care Home & Devonshire House and Devonshire Lodge Care Home are some of the 21 Nursing Homes in Plymouth.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Plymouth?

There are 44 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Plymouth including Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock), Plymbridge House & Selkirk House.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Plymouth?

Respite Care is offered by 51 elderly care homes in Plymouth including Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock), Plymbridge House & Selkirk House.

How many older person care homes listings in Plymouth have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 50 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in Plymouth have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 1 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which elderly care homes in Plymouth have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Awards in Plymouth include Greenacres Care Centre Ltd.