The two maps illustrate the transformation of a rural town from 1980 to the present.
Overall, the town has become more urbanised, with noticeable developments in infrastructure, housing, and public facilities. The area has shifted from a sparsely populated rural settlement to a more structured and residential environment.
In 1980, the town had limited facilities: a school, a post office, a police station, and a few houses spread along the Main Road. Farmland occupied the eastern part, while a windmill was located in the south. The area appeared calm and agricultural.
Now, significant changes have taken place. The farmland has been replaced with modern housing, and the number of residential buildings has increased throughout the town. New roads have been built to support this growth. A retirement home and a health centre have been added near the school, suggesting a focus on community well-being. The windmill has been removed, and a large factory now sits in the northern part of the town.
To summarise, the town has experienced considerable development, with a clear shift from agriculture to residential and industrial purposes.
