Aged care homes in Hamilton, VIC
Compare 3 residential aged care homes in Hamilton, part of the Barwon-South Western 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.
Hamilton is a key regional hub within the Barwon-South Western ACPR, currently providing residential support through three aged care homes. Across the suburb, these facilities hold an average Star Rating of 2.7 out of 5 under the federal quality assessment system. While no local homes currently hold a 5-star status, Grange Residential Care Services, operated by Western District Health Service, stands out as the highest-rated option in the area with a 4-star rating.
Rating distribution
avg 2.7★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Hamilton
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Hamilton
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 1 of 3 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Grange Residential Care Services at 4★.
- 1 of 3 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Hamilton
| Grange Residential Care Services Western District Health Service · Small · Government | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| The Birches Western District Health Service · Small · Government | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Lutheran Homes Hamilton Lutheran Homes Group Incorporated · Small · Not for Profit | 0.0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.