Aged care homes in Daylesford, VIC
Compare 3 residential aged care homes in Daylesford, part of the Grampians planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 4.7★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Daylesford offers three aged care homes serving the local community within the Grampians ACPR. Reflecting a high standard of clinical and personal support, these facilities maintain an impressive average Star Rating of 4.7 out of 5. Two of these homes have achieved a top 5-star rating, including the highly regarded Lumeah Lodge Hostel, operated by Central Highlands Rural Health. Residents in this picturesque Victorian region benefit from these well-rated quality care options.
Rating distribution
avg 4.7★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Daylesford
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Daylesford
- All homes in Daylesford score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 2 of 3 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 2 homes hold the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 3 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Daylesford
| Lumeah Lodge Hostel Central Highlands Rural Health · Small · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Daylesford Nursing Home Central Highlands Rural Health · Small · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Hepburn House Daylesford Aged Care Services Pty Ltd · Large · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 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.