Home care in Bangor, Gwynedd
Checked, self-employed carers for families in Bangor, from 2-hour visits to live-in care, and you speak to carers before you choose.
About Bangor
Bangor is a city in Gwynedd; its postcode district is LL57. The centre of Bangor is in the Dwyrain Bangor ward and the Bangor Aberconwy parliamentary constituency. Needs assessments in Bangor are carried out by Gwynedd Council.
LCH Care is an introductory agency with no local office: we match families in Bangor with checked, self-employed carers, and you speak to carers by phone or video call before you choose.
Bangor key facts
| Council | Gwynedd Council |
|---|---|
| Health board | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board |
| Postcode district | LL57 |
| Ward at the centre | Dwyrain Bangor |
| Parliamentary constituency | Bangor Aberconwy |
Ward and constituency (2024 boundaries): ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io. Health board: ONS Postcode Directory.
Bangor in the 2021 Census
The 2021 Census counted 16,999 residents in the Bangor built-up area; 2,081 of them (12.2%) were aged 65 or over, below the Wales average of 21.3%.
| Census 2021 | Bangor | Gwynedd | Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aged 65 or over | 12.2% (2,081) | 23.2% | 21.3% |
| Aged 85 or over | 1.8% (307) | 3.2% | 2.7% |
| Households of one person aged 66 or over | 12.1% (736) | 16.6% | 14.6% |
| Give unpaid care (aged 5 or over) | 6.7% (1,093) | 8.9% | 10.5% |
| Give 50 or more hours of unpaid care a week | 2.1% (341) | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Disabled under the Equality Act | 19.0% (3,238) | 19.2% | 21.6% |
| In bad or very bad health | 4.5% (760) | 5.2% | 6.9% |
Census 2021, ONS. Bangor figures are for the Bangor built-up area.
Care at home in Bangor
- Live-in care in Bangor: a carer living in the home for daily support, £1,100 a week
- Hourly care in Bangor: visits of 2 hours or more, at times that suit you, from £25 an hour
- Overnight care in Bangor: sleeping or waking nights, so nights are safe
- Respite care in Bangor: cover while a family carer takes a break
- 24-hour care in Bangor: two carers sharing the day and the night
- Companionship care in Bangor: company, outings and help with daily routines
- Dementia care in Bangor: a familiar carer and a steady routine at home
Carers can be matched in Bangor for people living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, cancer and end of life care; see all conditions.
Health and care services near Bangor
Bangor is served by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The nearest GP practice is Bron Derw Medical Centre, less than half a mile from the centre of Bangor, and 4 practices are within 2 miles (NHS ODS, October 2026). When it is not an emergency but you need help quickly, call NHS 111 Wales or use 111.wales.nhs.uk.
Nearest NHS hospitals to Bangor:
- Ysbyty Gwynedd, about 2 miles away
Arranging care in Bangor
Gwynedd Council carries out free needs assessments for people in Bangor: apply on GOV.UK.
For funding rules, NHS hospitals and other towns around Bangor, see home care in Gwynedd.
Council help in Bangor
Council services that help older and disabled people in Bangor, through GOV.UK (each link goes to the council's own page):
Unpaid carers and local support in Bangor
1,093 people in Bangor were unpaid carers at the 2021 Census, 6.7% of residents aged 5 or over (below the Wales average of 10.5%); 341 gave 50 hours or more a week.
In Wales, carers have the right to a carer's needs assessment from Gwynedd Council (carers' rights on GOV.WALES). Carer's Allowance is £86.45 a week for people caring at least 35 hours a week for someone who gets a qualifying benefit (GOV.UK; see Carer's Allowance explained).
When a family carer in Bangor needs a break, respite care can cover visits or live-in care for a set period.
Charities that help families near Bangor:
- Age Cymru: advice for older people in Wales
- Carers Wales: advice for carers in Wales
- Alzheimer's Society: dementia support near you
- Hospice UK: find hospice care near you
Why families in Bangor choose LCH Care
- You choose the carer. We send profiles of carers who can reach Bangor, and you speak to them by phone or video call before deciding.
- Checks before any introduction: identity, right to work in the UK, Enhanced DBS, two references, work history and relevant training or qualifications.
- Prices you can plan around: £25 an hour (2 hours minimum a visit) or £1,100 a week for live-in care, in a written quote.
- One weekly invoice. You pay LCH Care each week, and LCH Care pays your self-employed carer.
See how it works, step by step.
Work as a carer in Bangor
If you are an experienced carer near Bangor, LCH Care can introduce you to families looking for hourly or live-in care. You choose which introductions to accept, are paid weekly by bank transfer, and pay no fee to join. See work as a self-employed carer and questions from carers.
Nearby towns and districts
- Menai Bridge Isle of Anglesey
- Beaumaris Isle of Anglesey
- Bethesda
- Y Felinheli
- Llanfairfechan Conwy
Questions
Do you arrange carers in Bangor?
Yes. LCH Care matches families in Bangor and across Gwynedd with checked, self-employed carers. Availability in Bangor depends on carers nearby, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
How much does a carer cost per hour in Bangor?
£25 an hour. Visits in Bangor are at least 2 hours, so each visit costs from £50, and your written quote confirms the total before care begins. See the cost of hourly care.
How much does live-in care cost per day in Bangor?
About £157 a day: live-in care is £1,100 a week (2 weeks minimum) wherever you live, including Bangor, plus the carer's food or a £30 weekly food allowance. See the cost of live-in care.
Will the NHS pay for care at home in Bangor?
Only if the person qualifies for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which the local health board assesses in Wales. In Bangor that is Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. See NHS Continuing Healthcare.
Can care start when someone comes home from Ysbyty Gwynedd?
Often, yes. Let us know the expected discharge date early, and we will look for carers who can start in Bangor when your relative gets home.
How many older people live in Bangor?
The 2021 Census counted 2,081 people aged 65 or over in Bangor (12.2% of residents), including 307 aged 85 or over.
Care at home in Bangor
Tell us what is needed in Bangor, and we'll call you back and send profiles of suitable carers.