The Northern Hospital in Epping is within the catchment as are five private hospitals. Local Government plays a major role in service coordination and delivery throughout the region. However, community and public health services are generally characterised by insufficient resources to meet the health and community needs of the population.

The Division has enjoyed a great deal of success in improving coordination of local, private and Commonwealth services and attracting additional resources to the disadvantaged northern suburbs. The area is largely one of low socio-economic status. A high proportion of its citizens are dependant upon welfare benefits or live on a lower than average household income.

The health status of the community is far below the Victorian average in almost all categories. The area has the highest concentration of indigenous residents in Melbourne, and a high proportion of residents of CALD background including refugees and asylum seekers. The northern fringe of the Division is undergoing rapid population growth. After hours GP services are a major problem for the Division and local hospitals.

The Northern Division's important role as an advocate for GPs, and in support of the professional objectives of GPs, makes it a vital organisation in improving the health status of the north.