Regeneration in Stratford Flashcards
1
Q
What happened in the 1800s
A
11 docks were built in east london between 1802-1921
2
Q
How many people were living and working in the area by the 1860s?
A
Over 20,000
3
Q
What happened due to overpopulation?
A
- overcrowding
- poverty
- increased crime rates
- less jobs
4
Q
What was the catalyst for the closing of the docks?
A
containerisation.
