Aged care homes in Highton, VIC
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Highton, part of the Barwon-South Western 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.
Located within the Barwon-South Western ACPR, Highton offers residents access to two local aged care facilities. Collectively, these homes hold an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting the quality of care available in this Geelong suburb. Among the local providers, Charles Brownlow Retirement Village, operated by Ryman Aged Care (Australia) Pty Ltd, is the highest-rated facility, currently maintaining a 4-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment system.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Highton
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Highton
- All homes in Highton score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Highton reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Charles Brownlow Retirement Village at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Highton
| Charles Brownlow Retirement Village Ryman Aged Care (Australia) Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Highton Gardens Care Community DPG Services Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.