Guidance
How to collect ASCS data: 2026 to 2027
Guidance and materials for the adult social care survey (ASCS) in England 2026 to 2027 survey year.
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The adult social care survey (ASCS) collects feedback from service users. It aims to understand how well local services help service users in their daily lives, as well as their views on the services provided to them.
All councils with adult social services responsibilities (CASSRs) must run the survey every year. The findings help inform policy, improve services and monitor outcomes for local populations.
The Department of Health and Social Care is responsible for ASCS. Some survey materials, including translated versions, may still refer to NHS England. This does not affect any of the survey or submission process.
If you have any queries about the survey or any of the materials, email asc.statistics@dhsc.gov.uk.
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Published 1 October 2026