Aged care homes in Rutherford, NSW
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Rutherford, 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.
Rutherford offers two residential aged care homes serving the local community within the Hunter aged care planning region. These facilities currently maintain an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the quality of care provided to residents. Among the options available, Maitland Grange Care Community stands out as the highest-rated facility in the suburb, holding a 4-star rating under the federal government’s mandatory Star Ratings system.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesWhat to look for in Rutherford
- All homes in Rutherford score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Rutherford reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Maitland Grange Care Community at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Rutherford
| Maitland Grange Care Community DPG Services Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Rutherford Park Care Community DPG Services Pty Ltd · Large · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.