Aged care homes in Riverton, SA
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Riverton, part of the Yorke, Lower North & Barossa planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 4.5★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Riverton, situated within the Yorke, Lower North & Barossa ACPR, features two residential aged care homes providing essential support to the local community. These facilities maintain a strong standard of care, achieving an impressive average Star Rating of 4.5 out of 5. Among these, the Wakefield Aged Care Service stands out as a top-performing provider, currently holding a 5-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment system for its commitment to clinical excellence.
Rating distribution
avg 4.5★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Riverton
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Riverton
- All homes in Riverton score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 2 of 2 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Riverton
| Wakefield Aged Care Service Yorke and Northern Local Health Network Incorporated · Small · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Walara Gilbert Valley WALARA INCORPORATED · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.