Aged care homes in Balranald, NSW
Compare 1 residential aged care home in Balranald, part of the Orana Far West planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Residents of Balranald, located within the Orana Far West aged care planning region, are served by one residential aged care facility. The Balranald Retirement Hostel, operated by the Balranald Shire Council, maintains a 5-star rating under the Australian Government’s Star Ratings system. With a perfect average rating of 5 out of 5 stars for the suburb, local seniors have access to high-quality care options within their remote New South Wales community.
Rating distribution
avg 5★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Balranald
- All homes in Balranald score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Balranald
| Balranald Retirement Hostel Balranald Shire Council · Small · Government | 5.0 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Best by sub-rating in Balranald
Best for staffing
Best for experience
Best for compliance
New to Star Ratings?
Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.