Westwood Plateau is located north of Coquitlam Centre and is the area's most recently developed neighbourhood. It was developed in 1989 and enjoyed tremendous growth in the 1990s.
Residents of Westwood Plateau live amongst natural parks, extensive trails, and green spaces like Bramble Park, while still being close to Central Coquitlam, shopping and amenities. There are several elementary schools within walking distance, and large sports and recreational facilities like the City Centre Aquatic Centre and Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club.
Westwood Plateau is a multicultural community, with over 50% of its inhabitants being recent immigrants to Canada. There are a number of grocery stores, restaurants, cafes, shops and services in Westwood Plateau for convenience and it is also close to the amenities of Eagle Ridge Plaza to the west and Coquitlam Town Centre to the south.
The real estate market in Westwood Plateau is made up primarily of single family homes with ongoing construction of multi-family dwellings like townhouses and duplexes. Condos range from $288,800 for a two bedroom apartment, up to $329,000 for a three bedroom apartment. Townhouses range from $479,000 for a three bedroom townhouse to $464,000 for a four bedroom, four bathroom family townhouse on Panorama Drive. Houses start at $639,000 for a five bedroom family home to $1,098,000 for a newly-built, seven-bedroom house. Average house prices are around $789,000. View Westwood Plateau MLS® listings and upcoming open houses
Westwood Plateau Amenities
Westwood Plateau Shopping
There are various shopping amenities in Westwood Plateau including grocery stores, retail shops and services for residents. Additional retail and service outlets can be found in neighbouring Eagle Ridge Plaza or Coquitlam Centre.
Schools and Education in Westwood Plateau
Primary schools
- Bramblewood Elementary
- Hampton Park Elementary
- Panorama Heights Elementary
- Pinetree Way Elementary
- Summit Middle School
Secondary Schools
Westwood Plateau Cafés and Restaurants
Westwood Plateau offers a variety of family dining choices, from fast food to ethnic cuisine. Hazards Restaurant in the stunning Westwood Golf and Country Club opens every summer season and serves Pacific cuisine in a beautiful forested setting.
Westwood Plateau Sports and Recreation
There are countless options for residents of Westwood Plateau to enjoy the parks and green spaces in the neighbourhood. Bramble Park is located on Panorama Drive and offers a breathtaking view of the city. There is a children's playground, roller hockey, tennis courts, sports fields and extensive trails. Specifically for children, there is the Blue Jay Tot Lot, with a children's playground, and Noons Creek Park, with its own creek running through it, a playground, and a picnic facility that families can rent. Residents can take part in fishing and model airplane flying at the Upper Coquitlam River Park, and there is a water park and ball fields at the Panorama Park. Swimmers can take advantage of the Olympic-sized pool and waterslides at the City Centre Aquatic Centre and the nearby Summit Community Centre with fitness facilities and weight room.
Westwood Plateau Transportation
There are five trains during weekday peak hours that operate on the West Coast Express commuter train connecting Coquitlam to downtown Vancouver in just under 30 minutes from Coquitlam Station to Vancouver Waterfront Station. The 97-B bus route provides express service between Lougheed Station and Coquitlam West Coast Express Station.
Westwood Plateau Property Statistics
Home prices* Houses $809,000 Townhouses $420,000 Apartments $250,000*Source: BC Real Estate Assocation
Westwood Plateau Demographics
Population* -10,085 *Source: BC Stats Age* 60+ 11.4% 40 to 59 36.5% 20 to 39 24.4% 5 to 19 22.5% 0 to 4 5.1%*Source: BC Stats Occupancy* Fully owned 89% Rented 11%*Source: BC Stats Dwellings* Detached/Semi-detached 77.7% Apartments 22.3%*Source: BC Stats
Neighbourhoods surrounding Westwood Plateau
- Eagle Ridge
- Harbour Village
- River Springs
- Summit View
- Canyon Springs
- North Coquitlam
