Aged care homes in North Plympton, SA
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in North Plympton, part of the Metropolitan West planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 3.5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Residents of North Plympton have access to two residential aged care homes situated within this Metropolitan West ACPR region. These facilities currently maintain an average Star Rating of 3.5 out of 5, reflecting the quality of service provided to the local community. Among these options, Bucklands Residential Care, operated by Southern Cross Care (SA NT & VIC) Incorporated, stands out as the highest-rated facility in the suburb with an overall 4-star rating.
Rating distribution
avg 3.5★ · 2 homesProvider mix in North Plympton
1 organisation operates homes in this suburb.
What to look for in North Plympton
- All homes in North Plympton score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in North Plympton reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Bucklands Residential Care at 4★.
- 1 of 2 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in North Plympton
| Bucklands Residential Care Southern Cross Care (SA NT & VIC) Incorporated · Large · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| The Pines Lodge Residential Care Southern Cross Care (SA NT & VIC) Incorporated · Large · Not for Profit | 3.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 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.