Aged care homes in Dungog, NSW
Compare 1 residential aged care home in Dungog, part of the Hunter planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Residents in Dungog, located within the Hunter Aged Care Planning Region, have access to one established residential aged care home. This facility currently maintains an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the quality of care provided in the local area. Currently, the highest-rated service in the suburb is Lara Aged Care, operated by RSL LifeCare Limited, which holds a commendable 4-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment system.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Dungog
- All homes in Dungog 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.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Lara Aged Care at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Dungog
| Lara Aged Care RSL LifeCare Limited · Medium · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Best by sub-rating in Dungog
Best for staffing
- 1.Lara Aged Care4★
Best for experience
- 1.Lara Aged Care4★
Best for compliance
- 1.Lara Aged Care5★
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.