North Point Estate, Public housing estate in North Point, Hong Kong.
North Point Estate was a residential complex that stretched along the waterfront in North Point, covering about 6 hectares of land near the North Point Ferry Pier and bus terminal. The site consisted of multiple residential blocks built close together to house thousands of families.
The Hong Kong Housing Authority developed this estate in the 1950s, with its opening ceremony held on November 25, 1957 under Governor Alexander Grantham. The complex was demolished in 2003, leading to the relocation of around 2,000 households across Hong Kong.
The estate was a turning point in public housing, offering residents their own kitchens, bathrooms, and balconies that set new standards for living conditions at the time.
Since the estate was demolished in 2003, the physical site no longer exists, and visitors can only explore historic locations in the North Point area to learn about the housing project's legacy. Historical photographs and records are available in local archives and museums to understand more about the former residential complex.
The estate was known for offering apartments with sea views, making it an exceptional public housing project in Asia at the time. The combination of affordable homes with quality amenities was remarkable for its era and shaped how public housing was understood in the region.
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