The two maps illustrate the changes in the village of Stokeford between 1930 and 2010.
Overall, Stokeford underwent significant development, with a substantial increase in residential areas at the expense of farmland. The village became more urbanized, as new houses replaced open spaces, and a retirement home was built.
In 1930, Stokeford was a small rural village with a few houses lining the main road. There were some essential facilities, including a post office, a primary school, and a handful of shops. Additionally, a large house with extensive gardens was located in the southeastern part of the village. The majority of the surrounding land was farmland, with cattle grazing in the open fields.
By 2010, the farmland had been almost entirely replaced by residential housing, significantly increasing the village’s population. New houses were built along both sides of the main road, as well as in previously undeveloped areas. The primary school remained but was expanded, while the shops disappeared. One of the most notable changes was that the large house and its gardens were converted into a retirement home, reflecting a shift toward community infrastructure.