Aged care homes in Tenterfield, NSW
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Tenterfield, part of the New England 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 in the scenic New England region, Tenterfield provides aged care services through two residential facilities for local seniors. These homes maintain an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting the overall quality of care currently available in the area. Among the local providers, Millrace Hostel, operated by Apollo Care Operations Pty Ltd, currently holds the highest quality assessment with a 4-star rating under the federal government’s Star Ratings system.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Tenterfield
1 organisation operates homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Tenterfield
- All homes in Tenterfield score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 2 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Millrace Hostel at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Tenterfield
| Millrace Hostel Apollo Care Operations Pty Ltd · Small · For profit | 4.0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Haddington Nursing Home Apollo Care Operations Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit | 4.0 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.