Home care · West Berkshire
Home care in Hungerford
CQC lists 6 home care agencies covering Hungerford. CQC has rated 4 of them, and 100% are Good or Outstanding (versus 100% across West Berkshire and 88% across England). We estimate typical fees here at about £33 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 2 home care agencies were last rated more than four years ago and 1 registered since October 2024.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
The short version
- Dementia is a registered specialism for 6.
- Rating changes in West Berkshire are checked each day. See what changed recently.
- Good or Outstanding: 4 of the 4 rated agencies, with 2 not yet rated.
- A care needs assessment from West Berkshire council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
Citation: "Home care in Hungerford", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Oct 2026.
- 6registered agencies
- 100%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 6are registered for dementia
- 0rated or inspected within two years
| Care | Hungerford | South East | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting care, an hour | £33 | £33.50 | £33.50 |
| Live-in care, a week | £1,610 | £1,610 | £1,610 |
Home care agencies covering Hungerford
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
OutstandingGoodRequires improvementInadequateNot yet ratedMap © OpenFreeMap © OpenStreetMap
- All 6
- Dementia care · 6
- Elderly care · 6
- Physical disability care · 6
- Sensory impairment care · 4
- Care for adults under 65 · 4
- Mental health care · 3
Helping Hands Hungerford
What inspectors found: We undertook an assessment of Helping Hands Hungerford between 22 February to 12 April 2024.
Est. £29–£35/hr
Independence with Dignity Support Services Ltd - Head Office
What inspectors found: Right Support: People were supported to have maximum choice and control of their lives and staff supported them in the least restrictive way possible…
Est. £30–£37/hr
Audley Care - Inglewood
What inspectors found: This was an announced inspection which took place on 06 April 2018.
Est. £30–£37/hr
D.Osteen Limited t/a D.Osteen Homecare Support
What inspectors found: The provider took steps to protect people from risks, including the risk of abuse or avoidable harm.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Pioneer MyCare Hungerford
Est. £29–£36/hr
Rofemaron Healthcare Ltd
Est. £29–£36/hr
Distance is from Hungerford centre to the agency's office. Agencies travel to clients, so check they cover your street.
Hungerford in figures
On their CQC registrations, 6 of 6 list physical disabilities, 2 of 6 list learning disabilities and 3 of 6 list mental health conditions. The oldest current rating dates from May 2018 (Audley Care - Inglewood). 6 of the 6 agencies (100%) list dementia as a specialism, against 78% across West Berkshire. No nearby town we list has a higher share of its listed agencies rated Good or Outstanding than Hungerford (67%); Shrivenham follows at 63%. The newest registration is Pioneer MyCare Hungerford, registered with CQC in October 2025. Two-year-old ratings or newer: 0% covering Hungerford, 5% across West Berkshire. 100% of rated agencies covering Hungerford are Good or Outstanding, compared with 87% of those rated among the 107 we list across West Berkshire.
Owners and groups: agencies covering Hungerford
- Midshires Care Limited 1 listed here
- Pioneer Placements Ltd 1 listed here
- Rofemaron Healthcare Ltd 1 listed here
Newest inspection results
The latest CQC ratings published for agencies covering Hungerford.
Nearby towns against Hungerford
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungerford | – | 6 | 4 |
| Newbury | 8.4 mi | 21 | 12 |
| Thatcham | 11.2 mi | 23 | 13 |
| Wantage | 13.0 mi | 20 | 10 |
| Andover | 14.1 mi | 21 | 11 |
| Grove | 14.1 mi | 23 | 12 |
An agency counts for a town if its office is within 7 miles, so many appear under several towns.
What home care costs in Hungerford
| Visiting care | around £32–£34 an hour |
|---|---|
| Live-in care | around £1,540–£1,610 a week |
What the council pays (West Berkshire Council): £22 an hour for home care (2025/26 average paid to agencies); £1,237.56 a week for residential care (2025/26 average, over-65s); £1,146.58 a week for nursing care (2025/26 average, over-65s) (source). Where a provider charges more, the extra is usually met by a top-up.
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. For a firm figure, request prices from providers here; for a rough one, use our weekly cost calculator.
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Questions families ask about home care in Hungerford
Which home care agencies cover Hungerford?
There are 6 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Hungerford (register checked Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include Helping Hands Hungerford, Independence with Dignity Support Services Ltd - Head Office and Audley Care - Inglewood.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Hungerford have?
Of the 4 that have been rated, 4 (100%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Not yet rated: 2. That is common for services registered recently.
What are typical home care prices in Hungerford?
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.
Will West Berkshire council pay for home care?
It may. West Berkshire 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 West Berkshire council.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Hungerford?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed visits, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, none of the 6 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years; 4 have older reports. Use our checklist.
How does Hungerford compare with nearby towns for home care agencies?
Nearest towns we cover: Newbury (8.4 miles): 21, 12 rated Good or Outstanding; Thatcham (11.2 miles): 23, 13 rated Good or Outstanding; Wantage (13.0 miles): 20, 10 rated Good or Outstanding. Hungerford itself has 6, 4 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Home care in nearby towns
- Home care in Newbury 8.4 mi
- Home care in Thatcham 11.2 mi
- Home care in Wantage 13.0 mi
- Home care in Andover 14.1 mi
- Home care in Grove 14.1 mi
- Home care in Shrivenham 14.2 mi
- Home care in Stratton St Margaret 15.5 mi
- Home care in Swindon 15.9 mi
Related pages and guides for Hungerford
- How to pay for care in West Berkshire
- Best rated home care agencies in West Berkshire
- Home care prices across England, 2026: regional and council averages
- Care homes in Hungerford (5)
- How to choose a home care agency
- Who pays for care at home, and how
- How to read a CQC rating
- The council care needs assessment
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