Independent Living
Your home, your life, your way.
Key services
- Stylish and unique apartments
- Purpose-built villas
Why choose us
- Safe, secure and convenient
- A range of pricing options
- Our village facilities
- Central Ballina location on the banks of North Creek
Independence is celebrated at Crowley!
Here, you’ll discover the lifestyle you’ve always wanted: the freedom to live independently, with the reassurance of a caring community and the warmth of genuine connection.
Nestled along the serene banks of North Creek, just minutes from Ballina’s town centre, our retirement village offers the perfect balance of privacy, connection and convenience.
Crowley independent living options include purpose-built apartments and villas to suit every taste, and prices to suit every budget.
Our community
Be part of a neighbourhood that’s big on purpose and never short on things to do. Your self-contained home is surrounded by a range of first-class facilities designed to keep you active, engaged and connected:
- Activity Centre for hobbies, gatherings and events
- Education Centre offering lifelong learning opportunities
- Hydrotherapy Pool and Gym to support health and mobility
- Common Rooms for shared celebrations, acitivities and catch-ups
- Chapel for quiet reflection and spiritual connection
- Library with internet and resources for a peaceful retreat
- Barney’s Café – a favourite meeting spot for residents and visitors open 7 days
- Coco’s Hair and Beauty Salon for staying in style
- Men’s Shed for creativity, craftsmanship and camaraderie
Activity Centre
Education Centre
Hydrotherapy Pool
Common Rooms
Chapel
Library
Barney's Cafe
Coco’s Hair & Beauty Salon
Men's Shed
Walking Paths
Safe, Secure and Convenient
Your home is your sanctuary, and we take care of the rest.
Our team looks after the village garden common areas, pays the land rates, and takes care of building maintenance so you can spend more time doing what you love.
Enjoy peace of mind with nightly security patrols and a 24/7 emergency alarm system monitored by INS Lifeguard. At the press of a button you can speak with a real person at an emergency response centre who can assess, triage, provide medical advice and dispatch emergency help if required.
Stay active with walking paths along the riverfront and into town. Ballina’s shops, cafés, social clubs, hospital, cinemas and beautiful waterways are just minutes away, everything you need for a vibrant lifestyle is right at your doorstep.
Tailored Support, when you need it
While independence is at the heart of village life, we know there may be times when a little extra support can make all the difference.
If you are eligible for the government-funded Support at Home program, services can be provided by the team of your choice. Eligibility is determined through an assessment and approval process.
To find out more, contact our trusted Support at Home team to talk about your needs and the next steps.
We’re here to help you live life your way, with the right support when you need it.
Financial Peace of Mind
With all costs upfront from the day you move in, there are no surprises.
Our retirement village contract is a Licence to Occupy arrangement where an entry payment is made at an agreed price. There is no need to sell property when you leave and there are no capital gains or loss.
65% of the entry payment is returned to you when your residency ends and you pay a weekly recurrent charge that contributes to the running of the village and gives you access to Crowley facilities, lifestyle and wellbeing programs.
Find your new home at Crowley
Explore our current selection of apartments and villas available For Sale
Discover the Crowley difference
Independent Living at Crowley is about freedom, security and belonging - all in a community that truly cares.
Book a tour today and experience first-hand the vibrant lifestyle that awaits you.
Assisi Apartments at Crowley
Assisi features 26 thoughtfully designed one and two bedroom apartments set among landscaped gardens, tranquil courtyards and natural surroundings.
Open-air walkways, screened bridge links and and inviting communal spaces create opportunities for connection, activity and wellbeing. Spacious interiors, high ceilings and quality finishes maximise natural light and bring the outdoors in. Selected apartments also feature studies, ensuites, walk-in robes and private balconies.
For added comfort and peace of mind, residents enjoy lift access, secure undercover parking, visitor intercom and a 24/7 emergency call system.
Florence Price and St Paul’s Apartments at Crowley
Florence Price Place and St Paul's Close feature spacious two and three bedroom apartments designed for contemporary comfort. Ground and first floor apartments offer air-conditioned living, 9-foot ceilings, modern kitchens, luxury bathrooms with full-size baths, and private balconies or courtyards.
Residents enjoy the convenience and peace of lift access, secure undercover parking, crimsafe screens, visitor intercom and a 24/7 emergency call system - all within a secure, stylish and welcoming community.
Villas at Crowley
Our established ground level villas offer comfortable, independent living in spacious one and two bedroom layouts. Open-plan living, full kitchens and generous storage make everyday life easy, while private patios and courtyards provide space to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Each villa includes a lock-up garage, security screens, ceiling fans, and a 24/7 emergency call system. Some also enjoy picturesque water views, all within a welcoming community and close to Crowley's facilities and amenities.
Independent Living FAQ's
What does Licence to Occupy mean?
Our retirement village contract is a Licence to Occupy arrangement, where an entry payment is made at market value and residents have the right to live in their apartment or villa but do not own the property.
Licence to occupy means no capital gains or loss - you are not affected by market value changes. There is no need to sell the property when you leave. Crowley refunds 65% of your entry payment on departure.
This means simple budgeting for you as Crowley handles the building maintenance and major repair decisions.
What's included in the weekly recurrent charge?
- Council land rates and water rates (where applicable)
- Building insurance
- Garden maintenance of common areas
- Internal and external building maintenance
- Remote control garage door (where applicable)
- Intercom entry system for your security (where applicable)
- Nightly security patrols
- Rubbish removal
- Life maintenance
- Access to Crowley facilities, lifestyle and wellbeing programs
- 24/7 emergency help via INS Lifeguard console or personal pendant, connecting you to healthcare professionals at a touch of a button.
What's not included in the weekly recurrent charge?
- Nursing Care
- Cleaning
- Meals
- Onsite staff 24/7
- Transport
- Electricity
- Phone connection and internet (wifi available in common areas)
- Home contents insurance
- Meals
- Gardening in private courtyard areas
Our independent living village is for active retirees and does not provide supported or assisted living accommodation.
Can I have pets at Crowley?
Pets are welcome to visit the village, provided they are well trained, on a leash at all times and do not disturb others. Pets are not allowed to reside at the village or stay overnight.
Can I renovate my apartment or villa?
If you are considering any modifications to your villa or apartment, such as shade structures or other changes, prior approval must be sought to ensure the safety and aesthetic harmony of the village.
Can I have visitors stay?
Crowley is a place where family, friends and grandchildren are always welcome. Visitors and children are encouraged to enjoy our open spaces, with plenty of grassed areas, shaded walkways and a kids corner in Barney's Cafe.
Family and visitors can stay with you for up to four weeks in any 12 month period. Please let our Independent Living Coordinator know if you have guests staying.
Find another Crowley service
Residential Care
A safe and welcoming home where everyone belongs
Support at Home
The support you need to live well at home
Respite Care
Short-term support in our residential aged care home
Meal Service
Fresh meals delivered straight to your door