Self-Employed Carer Hourly Rate UK: 2026 Rates, Costs and Take-Home Pay
The typical self-employed carer hourly rate in the UK is approximately £18 to £30 per hour in 2026. An experienced independent carer providing regular personal care will commonly charge around £22 to £28 per hour, while specialist dementia care, palliative support, complex care or short-notice work can cost £28 to £40 per hour or more. […]






