How many aged care homes are in Toowoomba?

There are 5 residential aged care homes in Toowoomba, Queensland listed in the Department of Health Star Ratings (February 2026 release).

What is the highest rated aged care home in Toowoomba?

St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Hostel (operated by St Vincent's Care Services Ltd) holds the highest overall Star Rating at 4★. Compliance 5, residents' experience 4, staffing 3, quality measures 3.

What is the average Star Rating in Toowoomba?

The average overall Star Rating across Toowoomba is 2.4★ (-0.7 versus the national average of 3.1★).

How much does aged care cost in Toowoomba?

Costs are set by the Department of Health and Disability and depend on your income, assets, and the room you choose. Most fees are capped nationally. Use the My Aged Care fee estimator at myagedcare.gov.au for an individual estimate.

How do I apply for an aged care home in Toowoomba?

You need an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment to be eligible for permanent residential care. Apply through My Aged Care (1800 200 422) or myagedcare.gov.au, then contact the home directly to discuss availability.

Aged care homes in Toowoomba, QLD

Compare 5 residential aged care homes in Toowoomba, part of the Darling Downs planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 2.4★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.

Toowoomba residents have access to five residential aged care homes located within the Darling Downs ACPR. These facilities currently hold an average government Star Rating of 2.4 out of 5, indicating a range of quality standards across the local network. While no facilities in the suburb currently maintain a 5-star rating, St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Hostel stands out as the highest-rated provider in the area with 4 stars.

Compare top 3 in Toowoomba Filter & search

Homes

Avg overall

2.4★

-0.7 vs national

Avg staffing

1.8★

Avg experience

2.2★

Rating distribution

avg 2.4★ · 5 homes

5★

0 (0%)

4★

3 (60%)

3★

0 (0%)

2★

0 (0%)

1★

2 (40%)

Provider mix in Toowoomba

4 organisations operate homes in this suburb.

St Vincent's Care Services Ltd2 homes
Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service1 home
Brodribb Home Incorporated1 home
UnitingCare Queensland Limited1 home

What to look for in Toowoomba

2 homes score below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
No home in Toowoomba reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Hostel at 4★.
2 of 5 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 5 highest rated aged care homes in Toowoomba

1
St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Hostel
St Vincent's Care Services Ltd · Medium
4.0
2
St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Nursing Home
St Vincent's Care Services Ltd · Medium
4.0
3
The Brodribb Home
Brodribb Home Incorporated · Medium
4.0
4
Mt Lofty Nursing Home
Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service · Small
0.0
5
Blue Care Toowoomba Residential Aged Care Facility
UnitingCare Queensland Limited · Large
0.0

All homes in Toowoomba


St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Hostel St Vincent's Care Services Ltd · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	4	3	3
St Vincent's Care Services Toowoomba - Nursing Home St Vincent's Care Services Ltd · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	3	3	4
The Brodribb Home Brodribb Home Incorporated · Medium · Not for Profit	4.0	5	4	3	5
Mt Lofty Nursing Home Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service · Small · Government	0.0	0	0	0	0
Blue Care Toowoomba Residential Aged Care Facility UnitingCare Queensland Limited · Large · Not for Profit	0.0	0	0	0	0