Most of the nation's baby boomers have no intention of moving into a nursing home when they become frail, a new poll has found.

The Galaxy Poll, commissioned by charity organisation The Benevolent Society, surveyed 1,000 people aged over 50 in NSW.

It found 75 per cent of respondents would move into a nursing home if it was the last resort, but expected governments to develop alternative forms of aged care.

More than 80 per cent of respondents want a new style of accommodation and care for older people.

The lack of enthusiasm for traditional aged care homes had resulted in an ageing population putting off a decision on their futures.

The poll shows older Australian's were going to snub traditional forms of aged care, The Benevolent Society chief executive officer Richard Spencer said.

"They place great store in the need for living independently as long as possible, in having easy access to health care services, and in staying in their neighbourhood of choice and being close to loved ones," he said in a statement.

"These preferences are solid and widespread and send a strong message to governments ... about what older Australians will be demanding over the next 10 to 15 years."

Source: AAP