# Health & Disability — Barrack Heights

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

Area: Barrack Heights (Suburb / Locality)

Much higher rates of long-term illness than the state average mark Barrack Heights, where 34.7% of people live with a chronic health condition. This is well above the New South Wales figure of 27.0%. These health challenges are reflected in a higher need for daily support across the community.

About 34.7% of residents have a long-term health condition, which is well above the national figure of 27.7%. Arthritis is the most common issue at 12.6%, while mental health conditions are also well above the state average at 11.9%.

A little more than the state and national averages, 8.7% of people here need help with daily activities. This is much higher than most similar areas.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 34.7% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 11.9% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 8.7% | +31.2% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 12.6%, Mental health 11.9%, Asthma 9.5%, Other condition 8.9%, Diabetes 6.6%, Heart disease 4.7%, Cancer 3.0%, Lung condition 2.9%, Stroke 1.2%, Dementia 0.9%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 57.8%, One condition 21.8%, Two conditions 8.4%, Three or more 4.5%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10208/barrack-heights/topic/health-disability