Cookes Meadow, Fort Worth

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Cookes Meadow is a quiet, low-density residential enclave defined by its mature tree canopy and traditional brick ranch-style homes. Residents enjoy a highly walkable environment with continuous sidewalk networks and a complete absence of industrial activity, making it a peaceful suburban choice.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyHighly WalkableUpscale and SpaciousDog FriendlySemi-rural feelQuiet and SuburbanModerate Traffic NoisePoor Air QualityPurely ResidentialStrong Insurance CoverageStrongly LiberalDiverse Age GroupsModerate Flood Risk
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About Cookes Meadow

Located eight and a half miles east of downtown Fort Worth, the Cookes Meadow neighborhood lies within the historic 1873 C.P. Madden and 1878 Enoch S. Johnson surveys. The neighborhood and its eastern boundary, Cooke’s Lane, are named after Jacob Cooke, who operated a late-1870s campground and trading post for travelers arriving from Johnson’s Station (now Arlington). Originally rural land, the area began its modern transformation in 1974 when the Cooke’s Meadow Development Company purchased the acreage for residential subdivision. Today, the neighborhood is characterized by its mature tree canopy and a housing stock dominated by traditional, low-pitched brick ranch-style homes, interspersed with occasional Tudor and contemporary designs.

The area offers a distinct visual appeal characterized by spacious lots, multi-car driveways, and private backyard pools. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood maintains a strong residential focus with minimal commercial intrusion, preserving a calm atmosphere that is well-suited for those seeking privacy. The layout favors pedestrian activity, as low-traffic cul-de-sacs and connected sidewalks create a safe environment for residents to walk throughout the community.

While the neighborhood provides a serene living experience, prospective residents should consider the broader context of the Fort Worth Independent School District. The district currently faces significant financial and operational challenges that may impact long-term educational stability. Additionally, while the area is quiet, residents may experience moderate noise from local road traffic. Those prioritizing a stable and aesthetically consistent suburban environment will find the area attractive, provided they are comfortable navigating the current landscape of the local school system.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Homes in this area feature moderate spacing with decent yards, providing slightly more separation between neighbors than the Fort Worth average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #30 in Fort Worth →
Walkability
Score: 8 out of 10

Pedestrian access is easy due to continuous sidewalk networks and safe crossings, making this area slightly more walkable than the Fort Worth average. Many residential streets feature low-traffic cul-de-sacs that are well-suited for walking.

Ranked #90 in Fort Worth →
Visual Appeal
Score: 7.7 out of 10

Large home footprints, private pools, and expansive driveways contribute to a landscape that is more visually polished than the Fort Worth average. According to iHuus data, the area features frequent upscale amenities and significant greenery.

Ranked #49 in Fort Worth →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 7.4 out of 10

Large adjacent wooded areas and consistent sidewalk verges provide reliable spaces for pet walking. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood offers higher levels of connectivity to green spaces and safer walking paths than the Fort Worth average.

Ranked #79 in Fort Worth →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 7.4 out of 10

Expansive open land and a significant tree canopy provide a more rural atmosphere than the typical Fort Worth suburb. According to iHuus data, the area features low-density residential layouts with scattered homes situated among fields and woodland.

Ranked #48 in Fort Worth →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.5 out of 10

Low commercial density and vast open spaces create a tranquil, low-activity environment. This level of activity is roughly in line with the average for Fort Worth.

Ranked #109 in Fort Worth →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 6.1 out of 10

A steady hum of local traffic from a nearby busy street characterizes the area. According to iHuus data, acoustic levels in Cookes Meadow are notably higher than the Fort Worth city average.

Ranked #23 in Fort Worth →
Air Quality
Score: 2 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose significant risks to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, the air quality in Cookes Meadow is notably worse than the Fort Worth average.

Ranked #159 in Fort Worth →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

Industrial presence is nonexistent in this area, consisting solely of residential and light commercial zones. This lack of warehouses or hazard sites is significantly better than the Fort Worth average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Fort Worth →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Health insurance access is widespread among residents, appearing significantly higher than the Fort Worth average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #101 in Fort Worth →
Ideological Lean
Score: 9.2 out of 10

Voting patterns and census indicators show a significantly more liberal political leaning than the Fort Worth average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #32 in Fort Worth →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.5 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and older populations. This demographic distribution aligns closely with the average profile seen across Fort Worth.

Ranked #101 in Fort Worth →
Flood Safety
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Residual flood risk exists within this area due to its location in a 500-year floodplain; however, safety levels remain notably higher than the Fort Worth city average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #37 in Fort Worth →

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Walkabilityavg 7.5
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.12
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Privacy Indexavg 5.64
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.38
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.57
Score: 7.4 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.92
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.56
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.8
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Air Qualityavg 3.68
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.13
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 3.61
Score: 6.5 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 5.62
Score: 9.2 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.51
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Fire Safety
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Cookes Meadow

Fort Worth Independent School District
Grades K–12137 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
3/10
Benbrook ElElementary
10/10
South Hi Mount ElElementary
10/10
Westpark ElElementary
10/10
Alice D ContrerasElementary
10/10
Riverside Applied Lrn CtrElementary
10/10
De Zavala ElElementary
10/10
Christene C Moss ElElementary
10/10
Tanglewood ElElementary
10/10
Marine Creek Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Im Terrell Academy For Stem And VpaHigh
10/10
Overton Park ElElementary
10/10
Young Men's Leadership AcademyHigh
10/10
World Languages InstituteHigh
10/10
Tarrant Co College South/Fort Worth Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Rolling Hills ElElementary
10/10
Texas Academy Of BiomedicalHigh
10/10
Young Women's Leadership AcademyHigh
10/10
Glen Park ElElementary
8/10
Maude I Logan ElElementary
8/10
Luella Merrett ElElementary
8/10
Meadowbrook ElElementary
8/10
Mitchell Boulevard ElElementary
8/10
North Hi Mount ElElementary
8/10
Oakhurst ElElementary
8/10
Paschal H SHigh
8/10
M L Phillips ElElementary
8/10
Trimble Technical H SHigh
8/10
Versia Williams ElElementary
8/10
Washington Heights ElElementary
8/10
Waverly Park ElElementary
8/10
Alice Carlson Applied Lrn CtrElementary
8/10
Applied Learning AcadMiddle
8/10
Mclean 6Th GradeMiddle
8/10
Lowery RoadElementary
8/10
Cesar Chavez PriElementary
8/10
Lily B Clayton ElElementary
8/10
Richard J Wilson ElElementary
8/10
Westcliff ElElementary
8/10
Worth Heights ElElementary
8/10
Success H SHigh
8/10
Daggett MontessoriElementary
8/10
Mcrae ElElementary
8/10
Dolores Huerta ElElementary
8/10
Benbrook Middle/High SchoolHigh
8/10
John T White ElElementary
8/10
Carter Park ElElementary
6/10
Carter-Riverside H SHigh
6/10
Manuel Jara ElElementary
6/10
Como ElElementary
6/10
Daggett ElElementary
6/10
Diamond Hill-Jarvis H SHigh
6/10
Forest Oak MiddleMiddle
6/10
Hubbard ElElementary
6/10
Natha Howell ElElementary
6/10
O D Wyatt H SHigh
6/10
Rosemont MiddleMiddle
6/10
Sam Rosen ElElementary
6/10
David K Sellars ElElementary
6/10
South Hills ElElementary
6/10
J T Stevens ElElementary
6/10
Sunrise - Mcmillan ElElementary
6/10
Bonnie BraeElementary
6/10
Seminary Hills Park ElElementary
6/10
Woodway ElElementary
6/10
Arlington Heights H SHigh
6/10
Burton Hill ElElementary
6/10
Elder MiddleMiddle
6/10
Greenbriar ElElementary
6/10
Mclean MiddleMiddle
6/10
Meacham MiddleMiddle
6/10
Morningside ElElementary
6/10
Charles Nash ElElementary
6/10
North Side H SHigh
6/10
Oaklawn ElElementary
6/10
A M Pate ElElementary
6/10
Carroll Peak ElElementary
6/10
Polytechnic H SHigh
6/10
Ridglea Hills ElElementary
6/10
Sagamore Hill ElElementary
6/10
Bruce Shulkey ElElementary
6/10
Southwest H SHigh
6/10
Springdale ElElementary
6/10
Stripling MiddleMiddle
6/10
Kirkpatrick MiddleMiddle
6/10
Bill J Elliott ElElementary
6/10
Pk Satellite CentersPrekindergarten
6/10
George Clarke ElElementary
4/10
Daggett MiddleMiddle
4/10
S S Dillow ElElementary
4/10
Dunbar H SHigh
4/10
Eastern Hills H SHigh
4/10
Van Zandt-Guinn ElElementary
4/10
Helbing ElElementary
4/10
Atwood Mcdonald ElElementary
4/10
Meadowbrook MiddleMiddle
4/10
Moore M H ElElementary
4/10
Maudrie Walton ElElementary
4/10
Western Hills ElElementary
4/10
Western Hills H SHigh
4/10
Int'l Newcomer AcadMiddle
4/10
Western Hills PriElementary
4/10
Boulevard HeightsOther
4/10
Diamond Hill ElElementary
4/10
J Martin Jacquet MiddleMiddle
4/10
East Handley ElElementary
4/10
Harlean Beal ElElementary
4/10
Kirkpatrick ElElementary
4/10
Monnig MiddleMiddle
4/10
Riverside MiddleMiddle
4/10
W J Turner ElElementary
4/10
Westcreek ElElementary
4/10
South Hills H SHigh
4/10
Jean Mcclung MiddleMiddle
4/10
Hazel Harvey Peace ElElementary
4/10
William James MiddleMiddle
2/10
Leonard MiddleMiddle
2/10
Morningside MiddleMiddle
2/10
West Handley ElElementary
2/10
T A Sims ElElementary
2/10
Edward Briscoe ElElementary
2/10
Rufino Mendoza Sr ElElementary
2/10
Eastern Hills ElElementary
2/10
W M Green ElElementary
2/10
Wedgwood MiddleMiddle
2/10
Clifford Davis ElElementary
2/10
Detent CtrHigh
Not rated
Jo Kelly Sp EdOther
Not rated
Assessment CtrOther
Not rated
Juvenile Justice Alternative Ed ProgramSecondary
Not rated
Fw Rgnl Program For DeafElementary
Not rated
Metro OpportunityHigh
Not rated
Insights Learning CenterElementary
Not rated
Tarrant Youth RecoverySecondary
Not rated
Transition CtrHigh
Not rated
Women's HavenOther
Not rated
Children's Medical CtrOther
Not rated
Bridge AssocHigh
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cookes Meadow a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, it is considered highly walkable for a suburban area. The neighborhood features a continuous network of sidewalks on both sides of the streets, and the prevalence of cul-de-sacs helps keep vehicle traffic low.
What are the schools like in this area?
The neighborhood is served by the Fort Worth Independent School District. Families should be aware that the district is currently managing significant budget deficits and operational instability, which has led to concerns regarding the long-term outlook for local schools.
How quiet is the neighborhood?
The area maintains a moderate level of acoustic comfort. While it is free from industrial noise and aviation traffic, residents may notice some background sound originating from local road traffic.