Chorleywood is a village near London whose population has increased steadily since the middle of the nineteenth century. The map below shows the development of the village.

The map illustrates the

development

of

Chorleywood

village

from 1868 to 1994, highlighting key periods and infrastructure changes. From 1868 to 1883,

development

was limited, as indicated by the small area shaded for

this

period.

During

Change preposition

From

show examples

1883 to 1922, expansion continued, with the

village

growing significantly along the main road. The construction of the railway in 1909 was a pivotal moment,

further

stimulating growth between 1922 and 1970, with new areas developing around

Chorleywood

Station and along the railway line. The motorway built in 1970 marked another phase of

development

. From 1970 to 1994, the

village

expanded

further

, with new areas emerging near the motorway and filling in the gaps between previously developed sections.

Chorleywood

Park and Golf Course remained a central green space throughout

this

period.

Overall

,

Chorleywood

's growth can be attributed to key transportation developments, including the main road, railway, and motorway, facilitating access and encouraging residential expansion. The map clearly shows how infrastructure improvements over time have influenced the

village

's expansion and

development

.