Aged care homes in Thornlands, QLD
Compare 3 residential aged care homes in Thornlands, part of the Brisbane South 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.
Thornlands provides a tranquil bayside setting for seniors within the Brisbane South ACPR, currently served by three residential aged care homes. Facilities in this suburb maintain an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting a consistent standard of care across the local sector. Arcare Thornlands stands out as the highest-rated facility in the area, holding a 4-star rating that underscores the suburb’s commitment to quality support for older Australians.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Thornlands
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
- Arcare Pty Ltd1 home
- Finncare Incorporated1 home
- RSL Care RDNS Limited1 home
What to look for in Thornlands
- All homes in Thornlands score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 3 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Arcare Thornlands at 4★.
- 0 of 3 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Thornlands
| Arcare Thornlands Arcare Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Finncare Aged Care Finncare Incorporated · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Bolton Clarke Moreton Shores RSL Care RDNS Limited · Large · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 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.