Milsons Point facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Milsons Point Sydney, New South Wales
Luna Park at Milsons Point
Population	2,529 (2021 census)
• Density	13,000/km2 (34,000/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	2061
Area	0.2 km2 (0.1 sq mi)
Location	3 km (2 mi) from CBD
LGA(s)	North Sydney Council
State electorate(s)	North Shore
Federal Division(s)	North Sydney
Suburbs around Milsons Point: Lavender Bay North Sydney North Sydney McMahons Point Milsons Point Kirribilli Dawes Point

Milsons Point is a cool suburb located on the lower North Shore of Sydney, in New South Wales, Australia. It's just 3 kilometres north of the main Sydney central business district (the city centre).

This area is also a special geographical spot that sticks out into Sydney Harbour. It's right across from Sydney Cove, which is where the first European settlers arrived in 1788.

Milsons Point got its name from James Milson, who was one of the very first people to settle here.

Discovering Milsons Point's Past

Milsons Point is named after James Milson, who came to Australia from England. He settled near Milsons Point and started a successful business. He supplied ships with heavy stones for balance, fresh water, and food like milk, fruit, and vegetables.

In the early 1820s, James Milson lived near Jeffrey Street in Kirribilli. He leased 120 acres of land from Robert Campbell. In 1824, Milson received his own 50-acre land grant next to Campbell's property.

In 1826, a big bushfire swept through the area. It sadly destroyed Milson's home, orchard, and farm. But he didn't give up! He rebuilt everything.

Later, in 1831, Milson built a new home called "Brisbane House" on his 50 acres, facing Lavender Bay. His next home, also on his land, was named "Grantham." James Milson passed away at his home "Grantham" in 1872.

In the early 1920s, the last of the Milson family's land in the area was taken over. This was done to build the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and its connecting roads.

Important Places in Milsons Point

Milsons Point has several places that are important because of their history. These are called heritage-listed sites:

• Milsons Point railway station: This train station is part of the North Shore railway line.
• Luna Park Sydney: This is a famous amusement park located at 1 Olympic Drive.
• Sydney Harbour Bridge: This iconic bridge, including the Bradfield Highway and North Shore railway, is a major landmark.

Who Lives in Milsons Point?

In 2021, there were 2,529 people living in Milsons Point. About 43% of the people were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces include China, England, India, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.

Most people (59%) speak only English at home. Other languages spoken include Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, and Hindi. When it comes to religion, many people said they had no religion (40%). Other common responses were Catholic, Anglican, and Hinduism.

Getting Around Milsons Point

Milsons Point is at the northern end of the amazing Sydney Harbour Bridge. It's super easy to get to the city centre from here. You can travel by the bridge, ferries, and trains.

The Warringah Freeway also helps connect Milsons Point to the city centre and places further north like Chatswood.

The Milsons Point railway station is right on the northern side of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. There's also the Milsons Point ferry wharf, where you can catch ferries to different parts of Sydney. Buses also run from Milsons Point to other areas of the North Shore and Northern Beaches. School buses even leave from Bradfield Park to take students to schools in North Sydney.

Shops and Businesses

Milsons Point has a mix of homes and businesses. You'll find places to live and places where people work.

Well-Known People from Milsons Point

• Michael Stutchbury

Fun and Games in Milsons Point

Milsons Point is home to the exciting Luna Park amusement park. It also has the North Sydney Olympic Pool, which is a great place for swimming.

Schools in the Area

If you're looking for schools, Milsons Point has some great options. These include Loreto Kirribilli, a Catholic school for girls, and St Aloysius' College, a Catholic school for boys.

Places of Worship

• Chinese Christian Church

Images for kids

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  Earliest detailed map of Milsons Point (left) and Kirribilli Point (right): an 1840s subdivision map for the Estate of Robert Campbell (1769–1846). Improvements shown on the map are Milson's dairy and orchard located to the north of Milsons Point.

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  Postcard of Milsons Point. The caption reads: "Milson’s Point – Probably in the early Seventies [1870s]. Kirribilli on the farther shore. Eastern Road Wharf is front. Alfred St to the right, the Arcade and clock are within (illegible)ing distance of the spreading tree."

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  Aerial view of Milsons Point during construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

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  Access stairs and underpass tunnel for the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Milsons Point

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  Lavender Bay (left) and Milsons Point (right) with North Sydney skyline in the background

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  Chinese Christian Church Sydney uses a previously Congregational church building in Milsons Point

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  Milsons Point Ferry Wharf with the Sydney Harbour Bridge in background

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  Milsons Point viewed from McMahons Point, across Lavender Bay

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  Night view from the F4 ferry