Calculate your perfect hourly rate for home and domiciliary care services.Get results in under 2 minutes.
Our intelligent calculator considers all the factors that matter - from staff wages and travel costs to business overheads and profit margins.
Add your average care worker pay rate. This forms the basis of your cost calculations.
Include travel time or mileage between clients to get a comprehensive view of your operational costs.
Add NI, pension, and business overheads to ensure your rates cover all expenses and desired profits.
Select a profit margin that aligns with your business goals to finalize your rate.
Instantly receive a recommended hourly charge rate for your care services based on the inputs provided.
Most domiciliary care agencies in the UK charge between £25 and £35 per hour, depending on location, staff costs, and level of support.
Use the calculator below to find out where your agency fits within that range.
| Region | Typical Rate |
|---|---|
| London | £30-£35 / hour |
| South East | £28-£33 / hour |
| South West | £27-£32 / hour |
| Midlands | £25-£30 / hour |
| North England | £24-£29 / hour |
| Wales | £25-£30 / hour |
| Scotland | £26-£31 / hour |
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This calculator helps you find the sweet spot by considering all your costs and desired profits, ensuring your agency remains competitive and sustainable.
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