The images illustrate how the centre of a small town named Islip changed between 2005 and 2010. The first map represents the layout of the town in 2005, while the second map shows the significant developments that occurred by 2010.
In 2005, the town centre was relatively simple. A main road ran horizontally through the area, with several small shops located on both sides of the road. To the north of the shops, the map shows open countryside, suggesting that the town had not yet expanded in that direction. South of the main road, there were housing areas, along with a school positioned in the southwest. On the eastern side of the town, there was a park surrounded by residential buildings. Overall, the town layout was basic, with limited commercial and transport facilities.
By 2010, the town centre had undergone major development and modernization. The main road was transformed into a dual carriageway, creating a more structured loop around the central area. Inside this loop, a new pedestrian-only zone replaced the old section of the main road. Many new facilities were added, including a bus station, shopping centre, and car park on the northern side of the pedestrian area. Additional housing was constructed both to the north and the south, showing clear urban expansion. The park remained in the east but was slightly repositioned, while the school area stayed unchanged. Overall, the 2010 map highlights a shift toward a more organized, urban, and commercially active town centre.