Aged care homes in Ballarat East, VIC
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Ballarat East, part of the Grampians 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.
Ballarat East currently features two residential aged care homes serving the local community within the Grampians ACPR. These facilities maintain an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting a commitment to quality standards across the region. Among the options available, Mercy Place Ballarat is the highest-rated facility, currently holding a 4-star rating under the federal government’s rigorous Star Ratings system to assist families in making informed care decisions.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Ballarat East
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Ballarat East
- All homes in Ballarat East score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 2 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Mercy Place Ballarat at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Ballarat East
| Mercy Place Ballarat Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd · Large · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Eureka Village Hostel Grampians Health · Small · Government | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 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.