# Health & Disability — Newlands Arm

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

Area: Newlands Arm (Suburb / Locality)

Far more people in Newlands Arm live with a long-term health condition than in most other areas. Around 42% of the population manages a lasting health issue, which is far above the Victorian figure of 27.4%. This high rate of chronic illness shapes the health profile of the local community.

Arthritis is the most common long-term condition here, affecting 15.2% of people. Mental health conditions are reported by 9.5% of residents, a rate higher than most other areas, though this is about the same as the national average.

About 6.1% of people in Newlands Arm need some help with daily activities. This is higher than most areas, although it remains about the same as the figures for Victoria and Australia.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 42.0% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 9.5% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 6.1% | +39.9% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 15.2%, Asthma 10.6%, Mental health 9.5%, Other condition 8.9%, Heart disease 8.4%, Cancer 6.8%, Diabetes 6.4%, Lung condition 3.7%, Stroke 1.2%, Dementia 0.3%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 51.6%, One condition 27.1%, Two conditions 10.0%, Three or more 5.1%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL21930/newlands-arm/topic/health-disability