Product Code: ETC6187528 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The palliative care market in Australia focuses on providing specialized medical care for individuals with serious, chronic, or terminal illnesses. This market is growing due to an aging population and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. Palliative care services aim to improve quality of life through pain management, psychological support, and holistic care approaches. Government initiatives, healthcare infrastructure development, and awareness programs are significant factors driving demand and enhancing access to palliative care services across the country.
Australias palliative care market is experiencing steady growth due to the aging population and increased prevalence of chronic diseases. There is a stronger emphasis on home-based and community palliative care services to improve patient quality of life. Innovations include the integration of digital health technologies and multidisciplinary care approaches to enhance patient support and symptom management.
Australias palliative care market faces systemic challenges including an aging population and insufficient infrastructure to meet growing demand. Rural and remote areas often lack access to quality palliative services, creating disparities in care. Workforce shortages, limited funding, and the emotional toll on caregivers and professionals further strain the system. The integration of palliative care into mainstream health services also remains underdeveloped in many regions.
The palliative care market in Australia offers significant social and economic investment opportunities due to rising demand driven by aging populations and increasing chronic disease prevalence. Investment in home-based care services, advanced pain management therapies, and digital health platforms to improve patient quality of life is growing. Public-private partnerships and government funding initiatives further enhance prospects for healthcare providers and technology innovators in this compassionate care sector.
Government policies for palliative care are shaped by the National Palliative Care Strategy, aiming to deliver high-quality, patient-centered end-of-life care. Federal and state governments co-fund services through Medicare and specific grants to support infrastructure, workforce training, and community-based palliative models. Recent reforms focus on increasing access in rural and Indigenous communities, with continued investment through initiatives like the Palliative Care Outcomes Collaboration (PCOC).
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Palliative Care Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Palliative Care Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Palliative Care Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Condition, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Age Group, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Provider, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Palliative Care Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness and acceptance of palliative care in Australia |
4.2.2 Growing aging population in Australia |
4.2.3 Government initiatives and policies supporting palliative care services |
4.2.4 Technological advancements in palliative care treatments and services |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Limited funding and resources for palliative care services |
4.3.2 Shortage of skilled healthcare professionals in the palliative care sector |
4.3.3 Stigma and misconceptions surrounding palliative care in society |
5 Australia Palliative Care Market Trends |
6 Australia Palliative Care Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Palliative Care Market, By Condition |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Condition, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Cardiovascular Diseases, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Cancer, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Chronic Respiratory Diseases, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Palliative Care Market, By Age Group |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Adult, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Pediatric, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Palliative Care Market, By Provider |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospitals & Clinics, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Nursing Homes, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Palliative Care Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Palliative Care Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Palliative Care Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Patient satisfaction with palliative care services |
8.2 Number of palliative care facilities and services available in Australia |
8.3 Average length of stay in palliative care facilities |
8.4 Percentage of patients receiving palliative care at end-of-life |
8.5 Rate of hospital readmissions for palliative care patients |
9 Australia Palliative Care Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Palliative Care Market Opportunity Assessment, By Condition, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Opportunity Assessment, By Age Group, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Palliative Care Market Opportunity Assessment, By Provider, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Palliative Care Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Palliative Care Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Palliative Care Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |