# Health & Disability — 2612, ACT

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

Area: 2612, ACT (Postcode)

Fewer people live with chronic illness in postcode 2612 compared to most other areas. While only 25.1% of residents report a long-term health condition, mental health challenges are more common here than the national average.

Mental health conditions are reported by 11.1% of people, which is much higher than in most areas. However, the overall rate of long-term health issues is a little below the national figure, with 66.9% of residents reporting no conditions at all.

Daily life is easier for most here, as only 2.4% of people need help with daily activities. This is well below the Australian figure of 5.8% and has barely changed since 2011.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 25.1% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 11.1% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 2.4% | -10.1% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Mental health 11.1%, Other condition 8.6%, Asthma 8.4%, Arthritis 5.2%, Cancer 2.1%, Heart disease 2.1%, Diabetes 2.0%, Lung condition 0.8%, Stroke 0.4%, Dementia 0.3%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 66.9%, One condition 19.0%, Two conditions 4.8%, Three or more 1.2%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA2612/2612-act/topic/health-disability