Home care · Suffolk
Elderly care at home in Hadleigh
Of the 17 home care agencies covering Hadleigh, 14 offer elderly care. CQC has rated 9 of them, and 67% are Good or Outstanding, compared with 88% for elderly care across England. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 8 home care agencies have not been rated for more than four years and 2 joined the CQC register during the past two years.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
Key points
- You can ask Suffolk council for a free care needs assessment; savings make no difference.
- 6 of the 9 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding, while 3 are rated Inadequate or Requires improvement. 5 are not rated yet.
- New and changed CQC ratings across Suffolk, updated every day.
- 9 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
To cite: "Elderly care at home in Hadleigh", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 14agencies registered with CQC
- 67%of rated services are Good or Outstanding
- 9support people with dementia
- 0inspected or rated since October 2024
Who offers elderly care in Hadleigh
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 17
- Elderly care · 14
- Care for adults under 65 · 13
- Physical disability care · 11
- Dementia care · 10
- Sensory impairment care · 9
- Learning disability care · 6
- Mental health care · 6
- Supported living · 4
- Eating disorder support · 3
- Substance misuse support · 3
| # | Agency | CQC rating | Last rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ann Mason Care Ltd | Jun 2022 | 4.0 miles | 4 | |
| 2 | Sunflower Homecare | Dec 2021 | 4.8 miles | 5 | |
| 3 | Nayland Care Agency Limited. | Oct 2023 | 4.9 miles | 3 | |
| 4 | Sydney Brown Court | Sep 2019 | under 0.5 miles | 3 | |
| 5 | The Field Lane Foundation - 7 Station Road | Oct 2019 | 1.7 miles | 2 | |
| 6 | Vivid Community Care Limited | Nov 2019 | 6.7 miles | 3 | |
| 7 | Walfinch West Suffolk | May 2022 | under 0.5 miles | 6 | |
| 8 | Fame 24hour Care Limited | Sep 2022 | 7.0 miles | 6 | |
| 9 | Ipswich Domiciliary Care Agency | Apr 2021 | 6.9 miles | 2 | |
| 10 | Complexus Spinal Care Limited | Not yet rated | – | under 0.5 miles | 3 |
| 11 | Right Care Local Ltd - Office | Not yet rated | – | 6.4 miles | 3 |
| 12 | Your Mental Health Support Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 6.4 miles | 8 |
| 13 | At Most Care | Not yet rated | – | 6.7 miles | 4 |
| 14 | Ashwood Care Colchester | Not yet rated | – | 6.7 miles | 1 |
The full list for elderly care covering Hadleigh: sorted by CQC rating and rating date, then distance from the town centre.
Elderly care in Hadleigh: ratings, size and cost
82% of Hadleigh's agencies (14 of 17) hold a CQC registration for elderly care. Of those rated, 67% are Good or Outstanding: 8 points below the 75% for every agency here, and below the England figure of 88% for elderly care.
Ann Mason Care Ltd, Sunflower Homecare and Nayland Care Agency Limited. lead the list for elderly care. 0 have a rating from the past two years. Oldest: September 2019. Newest: October 2023. Offices within 2 miles of Hadleigh centre: 4. 5 have no rating yet; new registrations usually wait for a first inspection.
Suffolk as a whole has 182 agencies registered for elderly care; 88% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Share registered for elderly care: 82% here, 89% across Suffolk.
Live-in care in the East of England 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
Care for older people covers help with washing, dressing, meals, medication and getting about, plus company and keeping an eye on health. It is the most common registration with CQC, so most providers list it; the differences are in staffing, continuity and how well care is planned around the person.
Questions worth asking about elderly care
- How do you keep the family updated week to week?
- What happens at weekends, at night and in an emergency?
- How do you spot early signs of illness, falls or dehydration?
- How much notice do you need to change or add care?
- What activities and company do you offer, not just personal care?
Helpline: Age UK Advice Line, 0800 678 1602. How to get assessed by Suffolk. Glossary: Personal care.
Elderly care in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Agencies | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh | – | 14 | 6 |
| Ipswich | 8.2 mi | 71 | 38 |
| Lawford | 8.3 mi | 54 | 31 |
| Needham Market | 8.3 mi | 22 | 16 |
| Sudbury | 9.4 mi | 13 | 7 |
| Stowmarket | 9.9 mi | 9 | 8 |
| Colchester | 11.2 mi | 77 | 41 |
Council help
Suffolk
Savings under £23,250? Suffolk council may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
How to ask for an assessment, paying for care and direct payments in Suffolk
Free · by email
Free care cost report for Hadleigh
- Typical local prices for home care, overnight and live-in care
- What the council and the NHS may pay, with the 2026/27 savings limits
- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
Common questions about elderly care in Hadleigh
Who offers elderly care at home in Hadleigh?
Of the 17 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Hadleigh, 14 list elderly care as a specialism (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Ann Mason Care Ltd, Sunflower Homecare and Nayland Care Agency Limited..
Are home care agencies in Hadleigh well rated?
Good or Outstanding: 6 (67%) of the 9 rated, and 3 are rated Requires improvement or Inadequate. 5 have not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
How much does home care cost in Hadleigh?
Typical prices across England in 2026: visiting care around £32–£34 an hour; live-in care around £1,540–£1,610 a week. Agencies differ more than regions do on hourly rates, so request a complete tariff from each one, covering weekends and bank holidays too. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. Source: Lottie Care Index, Q3 2026. See our full cost guide.
Will I get help from Suffolk council with the cost of home care?
Two sources of help: Attendance Allowance, which ignores savings and is for people over State Pension age, and the council. By law (Care Act 2014) Suffolk council must assess care needs at no charge for people who look as if they need support; if savings and investments are under £23,250, it may pay a share once your finances are assessed, depending on income. With care at home, the house itself is not included. How to reach Suffolk council.
How should I compare agencies in Hadleigh?
Start with the latest CQC report and its date: none of the 14 listed here were inspected or rated in the last two years, and 9 have an older report. Then ask about continuity of staff, how they handle missed visits, and the full price before you sign. See the checklist.
How do nearby towns compare with Hadleigh for elderly care?
Counting elderly care: Hadleigh 14 (6 Good or Outstanding); Ipswich (8.2 miles): 71, 38 rated Good or Outstanding; Lawford (8.3 miles): 54, 31 rated Good or Outstanding; Needham Market (8.3 miles): 22, 16 rated Good or Outstanding.
Short on time? We'll pass on your request.
One short form is all it takes: a maximum of three providers in the Hadleigh area who work with us will email you directly.
Other towns near Hadleigh
- Elderly care in Ipswich 8.2 mi
- Elderly care in Lawford 8.3 mi
- Elderly care in Needham Market 8.3 mi
- Elderly care in Sudbury 9.4 mi
- Elderly care in Stowmarket 9.9 mi
- Elderly care in Colchester 11.2 mi
- Elderly care in Woodbridge 15.2 mi
- Elderly care in Halstead 15.6 mi
Also in Hadleigh, and guides
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Register information from CQC as at Oct 2026; Open Government Licence v3.0 applies. We do not deliver care ourselves.