Aged care homes in South Hedland, WA
Compare 1 residential aged care home in South Hedland, part of the Pilbara 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.
South Hedland is home to one residential aged care facility, serving the local community within the Pilbara Aged Care Planning Region. Currently, the suburb maintains an average Star Rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Karlarra House, operated by the Western Australian Government, stands as the highest-rated option in the area with a 4-star rating, reflecting the standard of professional care available to residents in this northern region.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 1 homesProvider mix in South Hedland
1 organisation operates homes in this suburb.
What to look for in South Hedland
- All homes in South Hedland score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 1 of 1 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is Karlarra House at 4★.
- 0 of 1 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in South Hedland
| Karlarra House Western Australian Government · Small · Government | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
Best by sub-rating in South Hedland
Best for staffing
- 1.Karlarra House5★
Best for experience
- 1.Karlarra House3★
Best for compliance
- 1.Karlarra House5★
New to Star Ratings?
Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.