Alfords Point facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alfords PointSydney, New South Wales |
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Alfords Point Bridge over Georges River
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| Population | 3,109 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2234 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 98 m (322 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 28 km (17 mi) SW of Sydney CBD | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Sutherland Shire | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Miranda | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hughes | ||||||||||||||
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Alfords Point is a suburb in southern Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is located about 28 kilometres south of the main Sydney city area. This suburb is part of the Sutherland Shire, which is a local government area. Alfords Point shares its postcode, 2234, with nearby places like Menai, Bangor, and Illawong.
Alfords Point sits on the southern side of the Georges River. It is almost completely surrounded by beautiful bushland from the Georges River Nature Reserve. Alfords Point Road runs along its eastern side and crosses the Georges River on the Alfords Point Road Bridge. Brushwood Drive is the only road that goes in and out of Alfords Point.
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A Look Back: History of Alfords Point
The name Alfords Point comes from Jane Alford. She owned 50 acres (about 200,000 square metres) of land near here in 1828. Originally, "Alford" was the name for a public park area by the Georges River.
How the Area Grew
The Sutherland Shire was officially created in 1906. At first, its western border reached what is now Menai. In 1922, the shire borders were changed to include areas like Illawong and Alfords Point. Before this, Alfords Point was part of the Municipality of Hurstville. Modern Alfords Point started to grow in the late 1970s and 1980s. Large areas of bushland were divided into blocks for new houses.
The Alfords Point Bridge
The Alfords Point Bridge was built across the Georges River. This bridge connects the Sutherland Shire with the Canterbury-Bankstown area. It links Alfords Point with Padstow Heights. The first bridge opened on 7 September 1973 and had three lanes. A second bridge was built next to it, opening on 22 August 2008. This made it possible to have three lanes going north and three lanes going south.
Bushfires in the Area
Alfords Point has faced bushfires over the years. One of the most well-known events was the 1994 Eastern seaboard fires. These fires sadly destroyed many homes in the area, especially those close to the Georges River National Park. Other bushfires happened in the summers of 1997–98 and 2001–2002. However, less property was damaged then. This was because of better ways to prevent bushfires after the 1993–94 disaster.
Who Lives Here: Demographics
According to the 2016 Census, 3,109 people lived in Alfords Point. Most people, 76.1%, were born in Australia. About 76.9% of people spoke only English at home. Other languages spoken included Greek (7.4%) and Arabic (4.6%). For religious beliefs, the most common answers were Catholic (32%), Orthodox (16.1%), Anglican (14.6%), and No Religion (13.1%).
Local Shops and Services
Alfords Point has a small group of shops. They are located on Brushwood Drive, next to Alfords Point Public School. You can find a hair salon, a pharmacy, and a convenience store there. There's also a Charcoal Chicken & Pizza take-away and the Menai Dance Centre.
Fun and Games: Sport and Recreation
Alfords Point has two sports fields. One is called Casuarina Road Oval, and the other is Narina Park. These fields are used for soccer and cricket in local games. Narina Park also has the Alfords Point Community Centre. This centre can be rented from the Sutherland Shire Council. The area is full of natural bushland because it's next to the Georges River and National Park. Many walking tracks and fire trails are popular with locals, especially in summer.
Learning and Education
Alfords Point Primary School teaches children from Kindergarten to Year 6. It is a school that often holds events for the community. Alfords Point Pre-School Kindergarten is an early learning centre. It is located across the road from the shops.
Street Names
The streets in Alfords Point are named after different types of plants, like trees and shrubs. For example, some street names are Brushwood Drive, Lavender Place, and Eucalyptus Street.
Famous People from Alfords Point
- Steve Waugh - A former captain of the Australian cricket team.
- Steve Smith (cricketer) - An Australian international cricketer.
