Home care agencies in Leicester
There are 158 home care agencies registered with the CQC in Leicester, East Midlands. 137 are registered for dementia care and 25 offer live-in care. 2 are rated Outstanding and 76 Good by the CQC.
Of the 7 agencies with a rate on record, the typical weekday hourly rate is £25.79, with the middle half charging £23.92 to £29.25. Live-in care is typically £1,325 a week. A self-employed carer found through PrimeCarers charges £18 to £25 an hour.
Choose your own carer in Leicester
Self-employed carers with their rate, experience and reviews on their profile. You pick who to talk to, and the same carer comes every time.
Crewton Care
Crystal Care Service (Leicester)
Enable Inclusive Support Ltd
Spirit Home Care
Business Box
Caring Hands Leicester Ltd
Premium Home Care Services Limited
Pro-Help Limited
Elevate services
Typical rates in Leicester
Median rate for each type of care, across the 158 agencies in the area. The range covers the middle half.
- Hourly visits
- £25.79
- Usually £23.92 to £29.25 an hour7 agencies
- Live-in care
- £1,325
- Usually £1,150 to £1,594 a week6 agencies
- Your own carer, PrimeCarers
- £20
- Usually £18 to £25 an hour, set by the carer
Nearby council areas
Agencies based next door often cover this area too.
Costs and funding
Common questions
How much does home care cost in Leicester?
The typical home care agency in Leicester charges £25.79 an hour on weekdays, based on 7 agencies with a rate on record. Live-in care is typically £1,325 a week. Every agency page shows where its figure came from and when.
How many home care agencies are there in Leicester?
158 home care agencies in Leicester are registered with the Care Quality Commission. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.
Will the council pay for home care in Leicester?
If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess your needs and what you can afford, and may pay part or all of the cost. You can take the money as a direct payment and choose your own agency or carer. Contact the adult social care team at the council for a needs assessment.