Aged care homes near Essendon North, VIC
No aged care homes are based in Essendon North itself on the current government service list, but nearby homes are listed below. Here is what is within 20 km.
Aged care homes within 20 km of Essendon North
Churches of Christ Arcadia Aged Care Service
Bolton Clarke Trevi Court
Raelene Boyle Retirement Village
Arcare Essendon
Mayflower Edith Bendall
Doutta Galla Queens Park Aged Care Facility
Dorothy Impey Home
Craigcare Moonee Ponds
Benetas Gladswood Lodge
Estia Health Brunswick
Victorian Elderly Chinese Hostel
Holloway Aged Care Services
Craigcare Plumpton Villa
Benetas Colton Close
Cyril Jewell House
Mekong Vietnamese Aged Care
Villa Del Sole
Craigcare Pascoe Vale
What the official data says about aged care in Essendon North
No aged care homes are based in Essendon North itself on the current government service list. That is common and it does not mean you are stuck: there are 192 homes within 20 km, and most families end up choosing one a short drive away.
Across the homes within 20 km, the average overall Star Rating is 3.82 out of 5, against a Victoria average of 3.84 and 3.83 nationally. That is the pool worth comparing, since no home sits in Essendon North itself.
The closest homes to Essendon North
| Home | Suburb | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churches of Christ Arcadia Aged Care Service | Essendon | 0.1 km | 4 |
| Bolton Clarke Trevi Court | Essendon | 0.4 km | 4 |
| Raelene Boyle Retirement Village | Aberfeldie | 1.6 km | 3 |
| Arcare Essendon | Essendon | 1.9 km | 4 |
| Mayflower Edith Bendall | Pascoe Vale | 2.3 km | Not yet rated |
| Doutta Galla Queens Park Aged Care Facility | Moonee Ponds | 2.6 km | 4 |
| Dorothy Impey Home | Pascoe Vale South | 2.7 km | 4 |
| Craigcare Moonee Ponds | Moonee Ponds | 2.7 km | 4 |
How within 20 km of Essendon North score on each measure
An overall rating is built from four separate measures. Averages for the homes in reach, next to the national average, so you can see where this area is genuinely strong and where to ask harder questions.
| Measure | Within 20 km | National | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents' experience | 3.39 | 3.63 | how residents themselves rated life in the home, collected in face-to-face interviews. It is the closest thing to asking the people who live there. |
| Compliance | 4.92 | 4.82 | whether the home has met its regulatory obligations. Almost every home scores well here, so a low score is a genuine warning sign rather than a small ding. |
| Staffing | 3.36 | 3.25 | how much registered nurse and total care time each resident actually receives against the government's targets. |
| Quality measures | 3.2 | 3.04 | clinical outcomes the home reports, such as pressure injuries, falls, medication management and unplanned weight loss. |
Source: Australian Government Star Ratings, May 2026 extract. How to read these ratings properly.
Who runs the homes within reach of Essendon North
Many services belong to a larger group. Knowing the operator is useful, because standards, pricing structures and culture often travel across a group.
Opal HealthCare (18 services nearby)Arcare (11 services nearby)MECWA (10 services nearby)Estia Health (9 services nearby)Doutta Galla Aged Services Ltd (7 services nearby)Bolton Clarke (6 services nearby)Baptcare Ltd (6 services nearby)Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited (6 services nearby)Anglican Aged Care Services Group (5 services nearby)WINTRINGHAM LIMITED (5 services nearby)Mercy Health (4 services nearby)Regis Aged Care (4 services nearby)
What it costs to move into a home near Essendon North
Fees are set nationally, not by suburb, so the structure is the same in Essendon North as anywhere in Australia: a basic daily fee of $66.80 a day (as at 20 March 2026) that everyone pays, a means-tested care fee based on your income and assets, and an accommodation payment set by each individual home. That last one is where Essendon North homes will differ from each other, and it is the number to ask for in writing. Non-clinical contributions are capped over a lifetime at $137,917.01.
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Common questions about aged care in Essendon North
How many aged care homes are there in Essendon North?
None are based in Essendon North itself, but 192 operate within 20 km. Most families choose a home a short drive away.
How much does an aged care home in Essendon North cost?
There is no single figure. Everyone pays a basic daily fee of $66.80 a day (as at 20 March 2026). On top of that sits a means-tested care fee set by your income and assets, and an accommodation payment that each home sets individually, paid as a refundable lump sum, a daily payment, or a mix. Lifetime contributions are capped at $137,917.01.
Do I have to choose a home in Essendon North itself?
No. You can enter any home in Australia that has a place available and accepts your assessment. Families often look a few suburbs wider to find the right fit, which is why we show everything within 20 km of Essendon North as well.
What is the first step to arranging care in Essendon North?
An assessment through My Aged Care (myagedcare.gov.au or 1800 200 422). Nothing is government funded until that assessment is done, and the queue moves slowly, so applying early is the single most useful thing you can do. You can shortlist homes while you wait.