Care Homes in EX17
The EX17 postcode district has 9 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 135 beds, falling under Devon council. 2 homes are rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and 7 are rated Good.
About care in EX17
EX17 covers Crediton and the mid-Devon hinterland — a market town and agricultural district administered by Devon County Council (within Mid Devon District Council). The postcode district has 9 CQC-registered care homes with 135 beds. Two homes hold Outstanding ratings — Hillbrow Residential Care Home Limited (24 beds) and Southview (6 beds) — and seven are Good, with no Requires Improvement or Inadequate facilities. The small overall bed count reflects EX17's rural character, where most homes are small-to-medium residential providers rather than large nursing facilities. Kenwyn (25 beds) is among the Good-rated providers. Families in the Crediton area have access to a high-quality local market, though bed availability can be limited and early planning is advisable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the EX17 postcode area?
There are 9 CQC-registered care homes in EX17, offering a combined 135 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in EX17 have?
Of the 9 care homes in EX17: 2 homes are rated Outstanding; 7 are rated Good; 0 require improvement; and 0 have not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in EX17?
Hillbrow Residential Care Home Limited is among the highest-rated care homes in EX17, holding a CQC rating of Outstanding with 24 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the EX17 postcode?
The EX17 postcode area falls under Devon. Your local council's adult social care team can carry out a needs assessment and, if eligible, help fund or arrange care home placements within their area.
How do I choose a care home in EX17?
Start by checking each home's CQC rating and reading the latest inspection report, which you can access via the CQC website or each home's page on carehome.page. Consider visiting your shortlisted homes in person and asking about staffing ratios, activities programmes, and how the home manages residents' specific needs — whether that's dementia care, nursing support, or specialist conditions. If funding is a concern, contact Devon's adult social care team for a needs and financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data