*The maps show the transformation of a section of Shalton village from 1910 to 2010. Overall, the part of the village used to be sparsely populated, with a relatively rural settlement. However, following the redevelopment, it underwent significant changes, becoming more densely populated and modernised, with the introduction of facilities that met/satisfied residents’ needs. Notably, these alterations came at the cost of greenery.
*Back in 1910, Shalton was a small and rural settlement. Three roads, including School Road running from the south-west to the north, London Road stretching from the south-east to the north, and High Street to the south, together formed a network resembling the letter A. A school, church, and a single block of housing were situated along School Road, while a post office could be spotted at the junction where School Road met London Road. Further south, two houses lined/stood near High Street, directly facing a grocer, a block of housing, and a bakery on the opposite side of the street. Large trees occupied the heart of the village, providing some greenery for inhabitants.
*After a century, the region had witnessed a complete makeover. The most striking change had been a sharp rise in the population size, as numerous housing complexes were constructed both along London Road and High street. However, these developments required the clearance of the wooded area, grocer, and bakery, and a new cafe was introduced in the place of grocer. Although the post office and school survived this period of redevelopment largely unchanged, the original church and housing block had been demolished to give way for a community parking and bank, respectively.