# Health & Disability — Swansea

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

Area: Swansea (Urban Centre)

More people in Swansea (L) now need help with daily tasks than a decade ago, with the rate rising by 8.3 percentage points since 2011. This is part of a broader trend where nearly half of the population—47.7%—lives with a long-term health condition, a figure far above the national average.

Health struggles are common here, as 47.7% of residents have a long-term condition, which is far above the Tasmanian figure of 33.6%. Arthritis is the most frequent issue affecting 24.8% of people, while mental health conditions are also much more common than in most areas at 12.8%.

Daily living is a challenge for 12.7% of residents, a rate well above both the state and national figures. This need for assistance has grown significantly from just 4.4% in 2011.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 47.7% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 12.8% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 12.7% | +187.6% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Arthritis 24.8%, Mental health 12.8%, Other condition 10.7%, Diabetes 9.4%, Asthma 8.0%, Heart disease 6.9%, Cancer 6.3%, Dementia 4.4%, Lung condition 3.7%, Stroke 1.4%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 45.0%, One condition 26.3%, Two conditions 12.5%, Three or more 7.5%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/ucl/UCL621030/swansea/topic/health-disability