Cook

ACT 2614 • Australian Capital Territory

2,965
Population (2021)
$66,976
Median Income
1.58 km²
Area
631m
Elevation

About Cook

Cook is a well-established, sought-after suburb in Australian Capital Territory, located within the Unincorporated area. With a population of 2,965 and a median income of $66,976, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 1.58 km² at an elevation of 631m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Australian Capital Territory.

Situated at an elevation of 631m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Cook offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Cook falls under postcode 2614 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ginninderra electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2614
Urban Area
Belconnen
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.26°, 149.06°
Statistical Area
Australian Capital Territory
Area
1.58 km²
Elevation
631m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,805
Census 2021
2,965
5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$54,184
Income 2021
$66,976
23.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,147
Born Overseas 711

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 132
  • 2. United States 44
  • 3. India 43
  • 4. China 41
  • 5. New Zealand 32
  • 6. Germany 28
  • 7. Philippines 19
  • 8. Indonesia 18
  • 9. Japan 17
  • 10. Canada 16
  • 11. Thailand 16
  • 12. Chile 15
  • 13. Malaysia 14
  • 14. Scotland 14
  • 15. South Africa 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,181
Australian 1,017
Irish 455
Scottish 402
German 155
Chinese 104
Italian 88
Dutch 58
Greek 55
Indian 47

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,480
Both parents born in Australia
845
Both parents born overseas
528
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
58.3%
Christianity
30.5%
Buddhism
2.3%
Islam
1.5%
Hinduism
1.1%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
166 (5.6%)
5-14 years
346 (11.7%)
15-19 years
135 (4.6%)
20-24 years
128 (4.3%)
25-34 years
374 (12.6%)
35-44 years
443 (14.9%)
45-54 years
445 (15.0%)
55-64 years
327 (11.0%)
65-74 years
295 (9.9%)
75-84 years
224 (7.6%)
85+ years
73 (2.5%)

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