This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Australia statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Australian statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Australian-specific metadata information.

Indicator available
Indicator description
Geographical coverage
Unit of measurement
Definitions
Calculations
Other information
Quality assurance
Comparability with international data/standards
Comments and limitations
Rational and interpretation
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This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator name

Suicide mortality rate
Indicator number

3.4.2
Target name

By 2030, reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being
Target number

3.4
Global indicator description

Suicide mortality rates
UN designated tier

1
UN custodian agency

World Health Organisation (WHO)
Link to UN metadata United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (PDF 65.1 KB) opens in a new window