Guidance

Survey of adult carers in England 2025 to 2026

Guidance and materials for the survey of adult carers in England (SACE) 2025 to 2026 survey year.

• From: Department of Health and Social Care
• Published: 5 August 2025
• Last updated: 12 August 2025 — See all updates

Applies to England

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Guidance for the survey of adult carers in England (SACE) 2025 to 2026

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Survey materials SACE 2025 to 2026

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Translation materials SACE 2025 to 2026

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Survey data return

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The survey of adult carers in England (SACE) collects feedback from unpaid carers aged 18 and over who support an adult receiving social care. It aims to understand how well local services help carers in their caring role and daily lives, as well as their views on the services provided to the person they care for.

All councils with adult social services responsibilities (CASSRs) must run the survey every 2 years if they have at least 150 eligible carers. The findings help inform policy, improve services and monitor support for carers.

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is now responsible for SACE. 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.

Published 5 August 2025

Last updated 12 August 2025 + show all updates

1. 12 August 2025

   Updated to upload new versions of the covering and reminder letters (all formats) to correct the Information Commissioner’s Office website link.

2. 5 August 2025

   First published.