Aged care homes in Warrnambool, VIC

Compare 5 residential aged care homes in Warrnambool, part of the Barwon-South Western planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 3.4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.

Located along the Victorian coast, Warrnambool serves as a key hub for the Barwon-South Western ACPR. Residents can choose from five government-accredited aged care homes in the area, which currently maintain an average Star Rating of 3.4 out of 5. Warrnambool Riverside Care Community, operated by DPG Services Pty Ltd, stands out as the highest-rated facility locally, holding a 4-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment system.

What to look for in Warrnambool

• All homes in Warrnambool score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
• No home in Warrnambool reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
• No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Warrnambool Riverside Care Community at 4★.
• 3 of 5 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 5 highest rated aged care homes in Warrnambool

1. 1
   Warrnambool Riverside Care Community

   DPG Services Pty Ltd · Medium
   4.0
2. 2
   Mercy Place Warrnambool

   Mercy Aged and Community Care Ltd · Large
   4.0
3. 3
   Lyndoch Hostel

   Respect Group Limited · Large
   3.0
4. 4
   Lyndoch Nursing Home

   Respect Group Limited · Medium
   3.0
5. 5
   Warrnambool Place Care Community

   DPG Services Pty Ltd · Small
   3.0

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