Aged care homes in Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Upper Ferntree Gully, part of the Eastern Metro 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.
Upper Ferntree Gully, located within the Eastern Metro ACPR, currently supports two residential aged care homes. These facilities maintain an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5, reflecting a commitment to quality standards across the local area. Among these, Villa Maria Catholic Homes Willowbrooke Aged Care Residence stands out as the highest-rated facility, currently holding a 4-star rating and providing essential care services for the local community.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Upper Ferntree Gully
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Upper Ferntree Gully
- All homes in Upper Ferntree Gully score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- No home in Upper Ferntree Gully reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Villa Maria Catholic Homes Willowbrooke Aged Care Residence at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Upper Ferntree Gully
| Villa Maria Catholic Homes Willowbrooke Aged Care Residence Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Sherbrooke Private Nursing Home Menarock Aged Care Services (Victoria) Pty Ltd · Small · For profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 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.