London Docklands Flashcards
Cards on the Redevelopment of London Docklands (Changing places) (12 cards)
Why was regeneration needed in East London Docklands?
Due to the loss of jobs from containerisation, poor housing, dereliction, and inadequate transport links.
Significant job losses occurred from the 1970s to the 1980s, with unemployment rates significantly above the national average.
What was the unemployment rate in the Docklands during the regeneration period?
21%, with males at 24%
This was twice the national average.
What types of homes were built during the regeneration of the Docklands?
50,000 new homes, including 8,000 local authority homes.
The Silvertown Urban Village was part of this development.
What was the cost and impact of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR)?
Cost $73 million and opened in 1987, providing full-time service from Canary Wharf to Lewisham.
This improved transport links to the area.
What was the role of the London Docklands Development Corporation (LDDC)?
Attracted investment and improved living conditions and infrastructure in the area.
They also focused on reimaging the city.
Fill in the blank: The Limehouse link road cost _______ million and connects central London to the Docklands.
£450
What environmental improvements were made during the regeneration?
£20 million spent on parks and gardens, and 600 hectares of land reclaimed.
This included developing parks and riverside paths.
True or False: London City Airport opened in 1987 and handles 4.3 million passengers a year.
True
How many people worked in the Docklands in 2000 compared to now?
28,000 in 2000; 105,000 now.
This demonstrates significant job growth in the area.
What major banks are now located in the Docklands?
HSBC, Barclays, and Merrill Lynch Bank of America.
This indicates the success of the regeneration in attracting major businesses.
What was the impact of the regeneration on office and retail space in the Docklands?
14 million square feet of office and retail space created.
Many buildings now include amenities like gyms and canteens.
What is Crossrail responsible for?
Building a new transport hub connected to either end of London by 2020.
