Sutton is a bustling and rapidly expanding neighbourhood in Georgina. The heart of Sutton is High Street, a road that meanders through the village adorned with shops and eateries. The tranquil Black River flows through the centre of the village. Notable landmarks in Sutton include the Sutton Fair Grounds, which hosts the Sutton Fair along with the Kin Community Centre, Georgina Sutton Arena Sutton Multi Use Complex and Georgina Arts Centre and Gallery.
History Of Sutton-Jacksons Point, Georgina
Sutton has been a village in Georgina since the 1800s. Originally called Bourchier’s Mills after its founder Captain James O’Brien Bourchier, who built mills and factories along the Black River. Captain Bourchier also served as the postmaster of the village. After his passing in 1872 at the age of 75 the village post office was renamed Sutton West in 1885 later simplifying to Sutton. The name Sutton is believed to have been inspired by Major William K. Raines, who constructed a residence known by names like Sutton Lodge paying homage to Raines family home, in Wales located near Sibbald’s Point.
Lifestyle
There are businesses and eateries along High Street such as a dentist’s office, pharmacy, florist, beauty salon, home decor store, general store, restaurant and pub.
Sutton-Jacksons Point, Georgina Parks & Facilities
The Sutton Fair Grounds serve as the venue for the Sutton Fair & Horse Show, one of Canada’s agricultural fairs. Situated on Fairpark Lane near the Sutton Curling Club, Kin Community Centre and Georgina Sutton Arena this location is bustling with activity. Additionally the Sutton Multi Use Complex at 5279 Black Creek Road houses amenities such as the Georgina Leisure Pool, Sutton Public Library (Peter Gzowski Branch) Black River Public School and St. Bernadette Catholic School.
For art enthusiasts the Georgina Arts Centre & Gallery on 149 High Street provides a range of arts programs catering to all age groups and showcases works by artists.
Residents can easily indulge in activities at the parks and facilities in this area. These parks offer playgrounds for children, sports amenities, swimming pools, skating rinks and water access points. With a total of 15 parks boasting 39 facilities collectively there is opportunity for outdoor enjoyment. On average each park features two facilities.
- Number of Parks: 15
- Number of Recreation Facilities: 39
Recreation Facilities in Neighbourhood Parks
- Playgrounds – 6
- Pools – 3
- Arena – 1
- Rinks – 5
- Volleyball Courts – 2
- Basketball Court – 1
- Sports Fields – 2
- Community Centres – 4
- Skateboard Park – 1
- Golf Course – 1
- Beaches – 3
- Boating Facilities – 2
- Fairground – 1
- Country Club – 1
- Campground – 1
- Fishing Locations – 3
- Trails – 2
Sutton-Jacksons Point, Georgina Transit
In Sutton Jacksons Point there are a total of 33 transit stops. The residents in this area mainly rely on vehicles, for commuting with the majority traveling to neighbouring cities.
Resident Commuting Destinations
- Commute within the city – 33%
- Commute to another city – 67%
Types of Commutes
- Vehicle – 91%
- Transit – 2%
- Walk/bike – 4%
Residents Commuting Schedules
- 15 to 29 minutes – 14%
- 30 to 44 minutes – 23%
- 45 to 59 minutes – 15%
- 60 minutes and over – 26%
- Less than 15 minutes – 20%
Sutton-Jacksons Point, Georgina Elementary, Secondary, High schools
In Sutton Jacksons Point you’ll find notch schools, unique elementary programs and specialized programs, for both secondary high school and elementary levels. This neighbourhood is served by a total of 5 schools and 4 Catholic schools. The local schools offer programs like French Immersion, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and a program for talented students.
- Public Schools: 5
- Catholic Schools: 4
Public
- Black River PS
- Sutton DHS
- Keswick PS
- ÉS Norval-Morrisseau
- Sutton PS
Catholic
- ÉSC Renaissance
- Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Academy
- St Bernadette’s Catholic ES
- ÉÉC Jean-Béliveau
Sutton-Jacksons Point, Georgina Homes
The Sutton Village area offers a range of housing options, including townhouses, historic homes made with cobblestones, from the local riverbanks ranch style houses and split level homes. Recently new residential developments have popped up along Baseline Road.
Most of the residences in this neighbourhood are houses. The community has a population with 42% of households having relocated in the five years and 16% within the past year. It is characterized by properties and owner occupied dwellings.