The maps illustrate the transformation of the village of Stokeford between 1930 and 2010. Overall, the village underwent significant urbanization, with an expansion in residential areas and the replacement of farmland with new housing developments.
In 1930, Stokeford was a small rural village with a limited number of houses located along the main road. There were farmlands surrounding the settlement, and a large house with gardens was situated in the southern part of the village. Additionally, there was a primary school, a post office, and some shops serving the local community.
By 2010, Stokeford had expanded considerably, with the number of houses increasing significantly. The farmland had been converted into residential areas, and the shops had been removed. The large house and its gardens had been replaced by a retirement home, indicating a shift in the village's demographic. However, the primary school and post office remained unchanged, though the school had been expanded to accommodate a growing population.
In summary, Stokeford experienced notable urban development, with agricultural land being replaced by housing, the removal of shops, and the addition of a retirement home, reflecting a change in the village’s function and population over the decades.
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