Education options are well catered for in this area - from kindergarten through to college. University options and Unitec are also just a bus ride away.  

With dedicated cycle ways and new cycle paths around and throughout West Auckland, avid cyclists have the option of riding into the city as well as in and around your new neighbourhood. For those that do not drive or cycle, Auckland Transport buses circle the centre of Te Atatū Peninsula and ride into the city or through Henderson, a trip via bus lane would only take 30-40 minutes in rush hour. The closest train station is a 10 minute drive away at Henderson train station.

In the heart of this village atmosphere is the main shopping centre and supermarket amid an extensive range of amenities on the main road from specialty stores through to local eateries built to cater to this close knit community.

Adjacent to Jack Pringle Park sits the newly built Te Atatū Peninsula library and community centre. This modern, multi-functional venue is home to a range of activities and programmes for the community that can be hired out. There is also a Community House that still serves the locals with a number of classes available to try out. A large, purpose built medical complex is situated at the entrance into the Peninsula - Peninsula Medical also houses other associated services with a pharmacy, physiotherapy and podiatry centre.

With plenty of great food options available around the Peninsula, you are guaranteed to satisfy every foodies desire. Dine-in and takeaway options are available at a number of establishments such as Et Tu Bistro, Sugar Grill cafe, Mr Illingsworth and a number of other local favourites. The business centre under Anytime Fitness on Te Atatū Road offer a number of fast food outlet options below the gym establishment.

Te Atatū Peninsula is surrounded by greenery and open spaces with walkways, parks and reserves all across this lively suburb. Majority of walks follow around the edge of the Peninsula and take in spectacular views across the Waitematā Harbour towards Auckland City. There is an abundance of native bird life around the area and extensive coastal park with the likes of Harbourview-Orangihina Park that you can enjoy a range of activities - from dog walking, picnics, running and bird watching.