# Health & Disability — 3610, VIC

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

Area: 3610, VIC (Postcode)

Arthritis is the most common long-term health issue in postcode 3610, where 13.1% of people live with the condition. This area faces significant health challenges, with 33.6% of residents reporting a long-term health condition—a figure well above the national average.

Long-term health issues are much more common here than in most areas, affecting 33.6% of the population. Mental health conditions are also more frequent than in most areas, though at 9.4% this is about the same as the Victorian and national figures.

About 6.0% of people need help with daily activities, which is higher than most similar areas. This figure has barely changed since 2011, when it sat at 5.6%.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 33.6% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 9.4% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 6.0% | +7.0% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 13.1%, Mental health 9.4%, Asthma 8.9%, Other condition 6.7%, Heart disease 6.3%, Diabetes 5.3%, Cancer 4.3%, Lung condition 2.9%, Stroke 1.1%, Dementia 0.6%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 47.6%, One condition 20.6%, Two conditions 8.0%, Three or more 4.8%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/poa/POA3610/3610-vic/topic/health-disability