# Health & Disability — Rest of WA

Long-term health conditions and the need for help with everyday activities.

Area: Rest of WA (Capital City)

Health needs in Rest of WA have remained relatively stable, with 4.6% of people now needing help with daily activities. This reflects a modest increase from 3.8% in 2016, though the area remains healthier than the national average.

About 26.6% of people live with a long-term health condition, which is around the middle for similar areas. Arthritis is the most common issue at 8.5%, while 8% of the population has a mental health condition, a figure slightly lower than the national average.

Fewer people in Rest of WA need help with daily tasks compared to most other areas. At 4.6%, the need for assistance is about the same as the state average and a little below the national figure of 5.8%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 26.6% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 8.0% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 4.6% | — |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 8.5%, Mental health 8.0%, Asthma 7.5%, Other condition 6.7%, Diabetes 4.8%, Heart disease 3.7%, Cancer 2.9%, Lung condition 1.8%, Stroke 0.9%, Dementia 0.6%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 60.2%, One condition 18.1%, Two conditions 5.7%, Three or more 2.9%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/gccsa/5RWAU/rest-of-wa/topic/health-disability