Australian Capital Territory location profile
Evatt ACT 2617
Evatt is a quiet, leafy suburb in the Belconnen district, known for family-friendly streets, schools, and accessible open space. It offers convenient suburban living close to Belconnen Town Centre and major employment and education hubs.
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Why families consider Evatt
Mostly detached 1970s–80s homes on generous blocks with a mix of long-term residents, young families, and professionals. Community-focused lifestyle centred on local schools, sport, and outdoor recreation with easy access to Belconnen amenities.
Amenities & services
- Evatt local shops (cafe, takeaway, grocer)
- Westfield Belconnen (Belconnen Town Centre)
- Belconnen Fresh Food Markets
- Calvary Public Hospital Bruce
- University of Canberra Hospital, Bruce
- Jamison Plaza, Macquarie
- Restaurants and cafes along Emu Bank, Lake Ginninderra
- Belconnen Library, Chandler St, Belconnen
- Kippax Library, Kippax Fair, Holt
Transport & connectivity
- No suburban train; nearest intercity rail at Canberra Station (Kingston)
- Transport Canberra buses, including Rapid services via William Webb Dr/Kingsford Smith Dr to Belconnen Interchange and the City
- Major roads: Ginninderra Dr, Kuringa Dr, William Webb Dr, Copland Dr, Owen Dixon Dr
Lifestyle & recreation
- Lake Ginninderra foreshore walking and cycling paths
- Canberra International Sports & Aquatic Centre (CISAC), Bruce
- Belconnen Arts Centre and waterfront precinct
- Local sports ovals and playgrounds (Evatt Oval, Miles Franklin sports fields)
- HOYTS Belconnen cinema
- Mount Rogers Nature Reserve
- Lake Ginninderra Foreshore
- Miles Franklin Park
- Evatt Oval and neighbourhood parks
- Ginninderra Creek corridor
- Umbagong District Park (nearby, Latham)
Education context
Multiple options including Goodstart Early Learning Evatt, Evatt Preschool (at Evatt Primary), Miles Franklin Preschool, OSHC at local primary schools, with additional centres in nearby McKellar, Spence and Belconnen.
- University of Canberra, Bruce Campus
- Australian National University, Acton
- Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) Bruce and Reid
- Australian Catholic University (Signadou Campus), Watson