How many aged care homes are in Peakhurst?

There are 5 residential aged care homes in Peakhurst, New South Wales listed in the Department of Health Star Ratings (February 2026 release).

What is the highest rated aged care home in Peakhurst?

IRT Peakhurst (operated by Illawarra Retirement Trust) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 3, quality measures 4.

What is the average Star Rating in Peakhurst?

The average overall Star Rating across Peakhurst is 3.8★ (+0.7 versus the national average of 3.1★).

How much does aged care cost in Peakhurst?

Costs are set by the Department of Health and Disability and depend on your income, assets, and the room you choose. Most fees are capped nationally. Use the My Aged Care fee estimator at myagedcare.gov.au for an individual estimate.

How do I apply for an aged care home in Peakhurst?

You need an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment to be eligible for permanent residential care. Apply through My Aged Care (1800 200 422) or myagedcare.gov.au, then contact the home directly to discuss availability.

Aged care homes in Peakhurst, NSW

Compare 5 residential aged care homes in Peakhurst, part of the South East Sydney planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 3.8★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.

Located within the South East Sydney Aged Care Planning Region, Peakhurst supports local seniors through five residential aged care facilities. These homes hold an average Star Rating of 3.8 out of 5, providing residents and families with clear quality indicators. Currently, the highest-rated facility in the suburb is IRT Peakhurst, operated by Illawarra Retirement Trust, which has achieved a 4-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment framework.

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Homes

Avg overall

3.8★

+0.7 vs national

Avg staffing

3★

Avg experience

3.4★

Rating distribution

avg 3.8★ · 5 homes

5★

0 (0%)

4★

4 (80%)

3★

1 (20%)

2★

0 (0%)

1★

0 (0%)

Provider mix in Peakhurst

3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.

What to look for in Peakhurst

All homes in Peakhurst score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
No home in Peakhurst reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is IRT Peakhurst at 4★.
1 of 5 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 5 highest rated aged care homes in Peakhurst

1
IRT Peakhurst
Illawarra Retirement Trust · Small
4.0
2
Uniting Roberts Lodge Peakhurst
The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) · Small
4.0
3
Peakhurst Nursing Home
The Trustees of the Sisters of Our Lady of China · Medium
4.0
4
Uniting Nunyara Peakhurst
The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) · Medium
4.0
5
Uniting Banks Lodge Peakhurst
The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) · Large
3.0

All homes in Peakhurst


IRT Peakhurst Illawarra Retirement Trust · Small · Not for Profit	4.0	5	4	3	4
Uniting Roberts Lodge Peakhurst The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) · Small · Not for Profit	4.0	5	3	3	3
Peakhurst Nursing Home The Trustees of the Sisters of Our Lady of China · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	3	3	5
Uniting Nunyara Peakhurst The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	4	3	5
Uniting Banks Lodge Peakhurst The Uniting Church in Australia Property Trust (NSW) · Large · Not for Profit	3.0	5	3	3	2