Mapping the Healthiness of Community Food Environments and Their Association With the Socioeconomic Index for Areas (SEIFA) in the South Coast of NSW.

Key Points

• The aim is to examine the healthiness of community food environments in relation to socioeconomic status in the South Coast of NSW.
• Conducted a mapping of food outlets in the South Coast of NSW.
• Analyzed the association between food outlets and SEIFA scores.
• Identified areas with limited access to healthy food options.
• Unhealthy food outlets are prevalent in socioeconomically disadvantaged and middle-income regions.
• Public policy and health initiatives are necessary to improve access to healthy food.
• The study highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific communities.