Care Homes in PL19
The PL19 postcode district has 10 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 266 beds, falling under Devon council. 2 homes are rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and 6 are rated Good. 1 home currently requires improvement. 1 home has not yet been inspected.
About care in PL19
PL19 covers Tavistock, the ancient stannary town on the western fringe of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, administered by West Devon Borough Council under Devon County Council. Two Outstanding and six Good-rated homes provide 266 beds — an above-average quality profile for a small market town, likely reflecting the character of the local care workforce. University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust manages acute services at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth, about 15 miles to the south on the A386. Tavistock's position on the edge of Dartmoor means residents can access both the moorland landscape and the town's regular market, independent shops, and arts scene — a meaningful quality-of-life consideration for mobile residents. Public transport links beyond Tavistock are limited, so family visitors typically need a car. The town's proximity to Plymouth makes PL19 a genuine alternative for Plymouth families seeking a quieter, rural-edge care environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in the PL19 postcode area?
There are 10 CQC-registered care homes in PL19, offering a combined 266 beds. These range from residential homes for older people through to specialist nursing and dementia care facilities.
What CQC ratings do care homes in PL19 have?
Of the 10 care homes in PL19: 2 homes are rated Outstanding; 6 are rated Good; 1 requires improvement; and 1 has not yet been inspected. Ratings are awarded by the Care Quality Commission following on-site inspections.
What is the highest-rated care home in PL19?
Spring House Residential Care Home is among the highest-rated care homes in PL19, holding a CQC rating of Outstanding with 25 beds. You can view its full inspection results and contact details on its profile page.
Which local authority covers the PL19 postcode?
The PL19 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 PL19?
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