Aged care homes in Young, NSW
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Young, part of the Southern Highlands 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.
Supporting seniors in the regional town of Young, New South Wales, there are two residential aged care facilities providing essential services to the local community. These homes maintain an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting the quality of care within the Southern Highlands ACPR. Southern Cross Care Young Residential Aged Care currently holds the highest local ranking with a 4-star rating, ensuring reliable standards of support for residents in the Hilltops region.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Young
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Young
- All homes in Young score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Young reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Southern Cross Care Young Residential Aged Care at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Young
| Southern Cross Care Young Residential Aged Care Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) Limited · Medium · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Mercy Place Mount St Joseph's Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 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.