The two maps depict the changes in the town of Westley between 1815 and the current situation, spanning about a 200-year period.
Overall, the area was transformed into a commercial and residential hub with more accommodations and additional facilities added, indicating significant development.
In 1815, there were 5 areas occupied by plain fields, and in the north of the city, there was a bridge named Twin Toll that connected to London. For transportation, a road was also visible between the fields and a village called Tinton. Additionally, along the road, the coach inn and church were visible next to Lonton Woods, which had Lake Lenton beside it. Market Square and Town Hall were located in the center of the city, surrounded by houses.
In comparison with today, lots of space in the city has transformed amazingly. The bridge and fields were demolished and replaced with a new transportation method, the railway, along with a station. The forest, church, and coach inn were gone, replaced with new amenities: a cinema, shopping center, museum, and sports center. The area was divided into three sections for shopping, business, and residential purposes. The new road was extended to shopping, business, and residential areas.