London Docklands

• What was the primary economic activity in London Docklands historically?

  Seaborne trade
• Why were the docks in London Docklands closed between 1960 and 1980?

  They couldn't accommodate larger vessels needed by containerisation
• How much land was left abandoned in East London after the docks closed?

  8 square miles
• What was a major cause of decline in the London Docklands?

  Increase in machinery reduced need for jobs
• Where was the Port of London moved to?

  Tilbury
• What was the percentage decline in the population of London Docklands from 1971 to 1981?

  20%
• How many jobs were lost in London Docklands between 1970 and 1980?

  30,000
• What percentage of the Docklands was derelict after the decline?

  50%
• What were the aims of the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) and London Dockland Development Corporation (LDDC)?

  • Reverse inner city decline
  • Regenerate inner city areas
  • Convert old buildings and improve infrastructure
• When was the London Dockland Development Corporation set up?

  1981
• What was one of the economic aims of the LDDC?

  Attract private investment
• What was one of the social aims of the LDDC?

  Improve living conditions
• What was one of the environmental aims of the LDDC?

  Improve physical environment
• How many new homes were created in London Docklands?

  20,000
• What was the population of London Docklands in 1981?

  40,000
• What was the population of London Docklands in 2000?

  85,000
• How much money was spent on housing in London Docklands?

  £10 million
• What are the negative aspects of the regeneration scheme in London Docklands?

  • Original residents couldn't afford new housing
  • Increased prices in shops and bars
  • Locals lacked qualifications for new jobs
  • Reduced community spirit due to newcomers
• What are the positive aspects of the regeneration scheme in London Docklands?

  • 20,000 new homes created
  • 130 hectares of open spaces established
  • New educational institutions built
  • 2,700 businesses now trading