Cook, ACT 2614
Great for
- Safe and sound
- Neighbourly spirit
- Parks and recreation
- Clean & green
- Internet access
Not great for
- Nightlife
Who lives here?
- Families With Kids
- Professionals
- Retirees
Reviews of Cook, ACT
"So central!"
Cook is a great suburb. It is very central (ie towards the middle of Canberra) with highways radiating out from it. It is 10 mins to the City, 5 mins to Belconnen and 15 mins to Woden by car. There are two lakes nearby (Lakes Burley Griffin and Ginninderra), and many bush/parkland reserves within easy walking distance. The Jamison Shopping Centre has a Coles and an Aldi, and many restaurants/cafes. It is also quite close to the University of Canberra and the Australian National University (ie within cycling distance). Mount Painter, Black Mountain, and the Arboretum are also nearby.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Families with kids
"Discover It for Yourself"
Cook is located 6kms west north west of Canberra. It has a local kindergarten but no local primary or high schools. However, they are only 5 minutes away. It has a ballet school, which is excellent. Cook has a small local shopping centre with a small independent supermarket. Major retailers are around 10 minutes away in Belconnen. It has a multicultural feel with around 30% of its people having been born overseas. It is a nice peaceful area in which to raise a family.
Great for
- Family friendly
- Great parks and gardens close by
- Great public transport
Not great for
- Lack of local amenities
- Lack of nightlife
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Families with kids
- Retirees