At Sirius Homecare, we operate a clear pricing policy so you can plan ahead and budget with confidence.
Costs of home care explained
Open & transparent costings so you know what to expect
If you’ve never needed care or support before, it can feel confusing and even overwhelming trying to choose a provider, understand the costs, and decide how best to pay for your care.
At Sirius Homecare, we believe in being open and transparent about how home care costs work. Every care package is priced individually to match your exact needs - but we know people like to have a rough idea of what to expect before they call.
That’s why we’ve created this simple guide to the average hourly cost of home care in Hull, Beverley and East Yorkshire, what influences those prices, and some examples of what different care budgets might provide.
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Average cost of home care in the UK and Yorkshire
According to the Homecare Association (formerly UKHCA), the minimum sustainable price for homecare in England for 2025/26 is £32.14. (Homecare Association – Minimum Price for Homecare 2025/26)
This figure represents the minimum hourly rate necessary for a regulated homecare provider to deliver safe, high-quality care that meets UK employment law and CQC standards. It includes the cost of:
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Paying carers at least the National Living Wage
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Employer National Insurance and pension contributions
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Travel time between visits
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Supervision, training and compliance
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Business costs and insurance
Across Hull and East Yorkshire, typical self-funded (private) home care rates now range between £33 and £40 per hour, depending on:
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Visit length and frequency
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Time of day (evening, weekend or bank holiday visits may cost more)
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Travel distance and location
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Whether the care involves specialist training or mobility support
At Sirius Homecare, we review our rates regularly to ensure they remain fair for clients and sustainable for our team — maintaining the quality, reliability and consistency families rely on. For a copy of our latest Price List, please get in touch.
Explore Your OPTIONS FURTHER
While every care plan is unique, we’ve listed some examples to give you an idea of what different budgets might provide. Visit our Example Costs of Care page for more information. We've added some additional resources below to help explain your options further.
Why home care costs what it does
Quality home care involves far more than the time spent in your home. The hourly rate covers:
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Professional carers’ pay and travel time – fair wages for every visit
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Comprehensive training – including safeguarding, medication awareness, and safe moving & handling
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Supervision and management – regular reviews, care planning and family communication
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Insurance and CQC compliance – protecting clients and staff
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Holiday, pension and sick pay – ensuring carers are supported and retained
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24-hour support and on-call management – for emergencies and peace of mind
Rising costs across the sector reflect increases in the National Living Wage, NI contributions and training standards. Investing in these areas ensures that you receive safe, consistent care from a well-supported team.
Paying for home care
You can fund care privately or through your local authority if you qualify for financial support. For impartial guidance on paying for care, visit these trusted resources:
Our team can also explain how Direct Payments or Personal Budgets work if you receive local authority funding and wish to choose your own provider.
Example costs of care
While every care plan is unique, we’ve listed some examples to give you an idea of what different budgets might provide. Visit our Example Costs of Care page for more information.
Clear, transparent pricing
We believe care should never come with hidden costs.
At Sirius Homecare, you’ll always know:
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What each visit costs
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What’s included in your care package
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How often you’ll be billed
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Who to contact with questions
Our goal is simple - to make quality home care affordable, transparent and tailored to you. Want to find out more? Click the button below to get in touch.
Your next step towards the right care
We know there’s a lot to think about when arranging care. These pages explain a bit more about how our service works, what to expect from your home visits, and the costs and funding for this care.
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