Aged care homes in New Town, TAS
Compare 3 residential aged care homes in New Town, part of the Southern planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 2.7★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Residents of New Town in Tasmania seeking residential aged care can choose from three licensed facilities located within this inner-northern suburb. These homes currently hold an average Star Rating of 2.7 out of 5 based on federal quality assessments. Within the Southern ACPR, the Mary Ogilvy Home stands out as the highest-rated residence in the area, achieving a 4-star rating under the government’s independent reporting system for quality and safety.
Rating distribution
avg 2.7★ · 3 homesProvider mix in New Town
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in New Town
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- No home in New Town reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Mary Ogilvy Home at 4★.
- 1 of 3 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in New Town
| Mary Ogilvy Home The Mary Ogilvy Homes Society · Medium · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rosary Gardens Southern Cross Care (Tas) Inc · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Barrington Lodge The Salvation Army (NSW) Property Trust · Medium · Not for Profit | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Best by sub-rating in New Town
Best for staffing
- 1.Mary Ogilvy Home3★
- 2.Rosary Gardens3★
- 3.Barrington Lodge0★
Best for experience
- 1.Mary Ogilvy Home3★
- 2.Rosary Gardens3★
- 3.Barrington Lodge0★
Best for compliance
- 1.Mary Ogilvy Home5★
- 2.Rosary Gardens5★
- 3.Barrington Lodge0★
New to Star Ratings?
Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.