Aged care homes in Portarlington, VIC
Compare 1 residential aged care home in Portarlington, 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 on the Bellarine Peninsula, Portarlington provides residents with access to one dedicated aged care facility within the Barwon-South Western Aged Care Planning Region. Arcare Portarlington serves the local community, currently holding an overall Star Rating of 4 out of 5 stars. With a regional average also sitting at 4 stars, the suburb maintains a consistent standard of care for seniors seeking residential support in this coastal Victorian setting.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 1 homesWhat to look for in Portarlington
- All homes in Portarlington score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Portarlington reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Arcare Portarlington at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Portarlington
| Arcare Portarlington Arcare Pty Ltd · Medium · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 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.