Weston
ACT 2611 • Australian Capital Territory
About Weston
Weston is the central suburb of Canberra's Weston Creek district, located 12 kilometres southwest of the city centre. Home to around 4,000 residents, it serves as the district's retail and community hub, anchored by Cooleman Court shopping centre. The suburb was established in 1970 and named after Captain Edward Weston, an early colonial landholder whose homestead once stood in the area.
Life in Weston revolves around the convenience of having the district's main facilities at your doorstep—shops, restaurants, medical services, and community facilities are all clustered around Cooleman Court. The Australian Defence College's presence adds a professional element to the community. Streets are named after artists, reflecting Canberra's planned character. Weston attracts families, defence personnel, and those who appreciate suburban convenience within Canberra's well-designed public infrastructure.
Weston falls under postcode 2611 and is governed by Unincorporated Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murrumbidgee electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- R4 Rapid — Woden / Tuggeranong / City 15-25 min to Woden
- 21, 26 — Woden Interchange 10-15 min
- 182 — Cooleman Court loop Local service
Commute to Canberra Civic
🛣️ Bus-based public transport; well-connected to Woden town centre
Cooleman Court and local facilities walkable; bus needed for wider travel
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Unwin Place
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Nemarang Crescent
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Fremantle Drive (Weston Campus)
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35 Mulley Street
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Perry Drive
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Burrinjuck Crescent
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33 Heysen Street
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89 Namatjira Drive
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49 Mulley Street
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Badimara Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 119
- 2. India 83
- 3. China 53
- 4. New Zealand 47
- 5. Malaysia 43
- 6. Germany 37
- 7. Philippines 32
- 8. Fiji 29
- 9. United States 28
- 10. Italy 26
- 11. Sri Lanka 26
- 12. Nepal 25
- 13. Iran 24
- 14. Scotland 23
- 15. South Africa 19
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)