Home care · North Yorkshire
Elderly care at home in Malton
7 out of 7 home care agencies covering Malton are registered for elderly care, run by 6 different providers. The largest is North Yorkshire Council, with 2. Of the 6 CQC has rated, 83% are Good or Outstanding, next to 88% for elderly care across England. Our estimate of typical fees here: about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 3 home care agencies have a rating more than four years old and 1 registered with CQC within the past two years. On 3 August 2026, Ryedale Homecare was rated Good, the newest rating here.
CQC register data as of 26 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
The short version
- Whatever your savings, North Yorkshire council will assess care needs for free.
- 5 of the 6 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate; 1 is still waiting for a first rating.
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 6.
- Rating changes in North Yorkshire are checked each day. See what changed recently.
Citation: "Elderly care at home in Malton", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 7registered agencies
- 83%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 6are registered for dementia
- 2rated or inspected within two years
Who offers elderly care in Malton
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 7
- Elderly care · 7
- Dementia care · 6
- Learning disability care · 6
- Care for adults under 65 · 6
- Mental health care · 5
- Physical disability care · 5
- Sensory impairment care · 4
| Rank | Agency | CQC rating | Date rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryedale Homecare | Aug 2026 | 0.6 miles | 4 | |
| 2 | Eldercare | Aug 2023 | under 0.5 miles | 8 | |
| 3 | Home Sweet Home Care Agency Ltd North Yorkshire | Dec 2021 | 4.6 miles | 5 | |
| 4 | Deansfield Court | Feb 2019 | 1.2 miles | 6 | |
| 5 | Acorn Community Care | Feb 2020 | 2.2 miles | 2 | |
| 6 | Vale of York Intermediate Care service | May 2026 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 7 | The Howardian Care Company | Not yet rated | – | 2.2 miles | 3 |
Every agency covering Malton registered with CQC for elderly care, ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then by distance.
Elderly care in Malton by the numbers
CQC lists elderly care for 7 of the 7 agencies covering Malton, or 100%. Their Good or Outstanding share is 83%, in line with the town-wide 83% and below the 88% for elderly care across England.
The highest rated agencies for elderly care are Ryedale Homecare, Eldercare and Home Sweet Home Care Agency Ltd North Yorkshire. 2 were rated in the last two years; the oldest rating dates from February 2019 and the newest from August 2026. Offices within 2 miles of Malton centre: 4. 1 still awaits a first CQC rating.
For comparison, North Yorkshire has 143 agencies registered for elderly care; of those rated, 91% are Good or Outstanding. Here 100% of agencies list elderly care, compared with 94% across North Yorkshire.
Live-in care in the Yorkshire and the Humber runs at around £1,610 a week; visiting care is about £33.50 an hour on weekdays, more in the evening and at weekends. How these costs are worked out.
What elderly care involves
This is the registration most providers hold with CQC. Care for older people includes personal care (washing, dressing), meals, medication, help getting about, company and keeping watch on health. Since most providers list it, look at staffing levels, carer continuity and how carefully the care fits the individual.
Questions to ask agencies about elderly care
- How do you spot early signs of illness, falls or dehydration?
- How much notice do you need to change or add care?
- How do you keep the family updated week to week?
- What happens at weekends, at night and in an emergency?
- How is the care plan written and how often is it reviewed with the family?
Support: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. Getting a care needs assessment from North Yorkshire. Jargon explained: Personal care.
Elderly care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malton | – | 7 | 5 |
| Norton-on-Derwent | 1.0 mi | 7 | 5 |
| Pickering | 7.4 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Strensall | 12.0 mi | 14 | 7 |
| Dunnington | 14.1 mi | 14 | 8 |
| Pocklington | 14.4 mi | 3 | 2 |
| York | 17.0 mi | 36 | 23 |
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Elderly care in Malton: your questions answered
Which agencies in Malton provide elderly care?
The CQC register for Oct 2026 shows that 7 of the 7 agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Malton list elderly care as a specialism. Top-rated names here include Ryedale Homecare, Eldercare and Home Sweet Home Care Agency Ltd North Yorkshire.
How are home care agencies in Malton rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 6. Of those, 5 (83%) are Good or Outstanding. Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate: 1. Not yet rated: 1. That is common for services registered recently.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Malton?
Usual 2026 prices across England: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Ask every agency for a full list of charges, with weekend and bank holiday rates: hourly rates vary more between agencies than between regions. For 2026/27, the Homecare Association says council-funded home care in England is only sustainable at £34.42 an hour or more. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. More in our cost guide.
Can North Yorkshire council help pay for home care?
It may. North Yorkshire council must offer a free care needs assessment to anyone who appears to need support (Care Act 2014). If savings and investments are below £23,250, the council may contribute after a financial assessment, depending on income, and for care at home the value of the home is not counted. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. How to contact North Yorkshire council.
How can I pick between agencies in Malton?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 2 of the 7 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years; 4 have older reports. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? Use our checklist.
What about elderly care in towns near Malton?
Malton has 7, with 5 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Norton-on-Derwent (1.0 miles): 7, 5 rated Good or Outstanding; Pickering (7.4 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding; Strensall (12.0 miles): 14, 7 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Elderly care in nearby towns
- Elderly care in Norton-on-Derwent 1.0 mi
- Elderly care in Pickering 7.4 mi
- Elderly care in Strensall 12.0 mi
- Elderly care in Dunnington 14.1 mi
- Elderly care in Pocklington 14.4 mi
- Elderly care in York 17.0 mi
- Elderly care in Driffield 17.3 mi
- Elderly care in Scarborough 18.5 mi
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.