Aged care homes in Newcastle, NSW
Compare 1 residential aged care home in Newcastle, 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.
Located within the Hunter Aged Care Planning Region, Newcastle hosts one residential aged care facility providing support for local seniors. The suburb maintains an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting the quality of care available in this coastal centre. Peter Badcoe VC House, operated by RSL LifeCare Limited, is the highest-rated home in the area, currently holding a 4-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment system.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Newcastle
- All homes in Newcastle 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 Peter Badcoe VC House at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
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| Peter Badcoe VC House RSL LifeCare Limited · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.