Aged care homes in Northam, WA
Compare 2 residential aged care homes in Northam, part of the Wheatbelt 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.
Northam serves as a key regional hub within the Wheatbelt ACPR, offering residential aged care for local seniors. There are currently 2 aged care homes operating in the suburb, maintaining an overall average Star Rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Among these facilities, Juniper Bethavon stands out as the highest-rated option, currently holding a 4-star rating under the federal government’s quality assessment system.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesWhat to look for in Northam
- All homes in Northam score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 2 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Juniper Bethavon at 4★.
- 0 of 2 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Northam
| Juniper Bethavon Uniting Church Homes · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Juniper The Residency Uniting Church Homes · Small · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.