Aged care homes in Wollongong, NSW
Compare 1 residential aged care home in Wollongong, part of the Illawarra planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 3★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Wollongong is a key coastal hub within the Illawarra aged care planning region, currently supported by one residential aged care facility. This home holds an average Star Rating of 3 out of 5 stars, reflecting its performance under the federal quality standards. Warrigal Wollongong, operated by Warrigal Care Limited, is the highest-rated provider in the suburb, maintaining a 3-star rating to support the local elderly community.
Rating distribution
avg 3★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Wollongong
- All homes in Wollongong score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Wollongong reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Warrigal Wollongong at 3★.
- 1 of 1 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
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| Warrigal Wollongong Warrigal Care Limited · Large · Not for Profit | 3.0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 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.