The map illustrates the development of Chorleywood village between 1868 and 1994.
Overall
, the village expanded significantly over Linking Words
this
period, with most growth occurring near transport routes Linking Words
such
as the main road, railway, and motorway.
From 1868 to 1883, the settlement was located in the western part of the area, close to the main road. Between 1883 and 1922, new housing appeared to the south, Linking Words
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adjacent to the main road. In 1909, a railway was constructed running from west to east, with Chorleywood station built where it intersected with the earlier development.
From 1922 to 1970, residential areas grew on both sides of the station. The motorway, added in 1970, passed through the eastern part of the area, connecting to a roundabout. Between 1970 and 1994, new development occurred around the motorway junction, particularly to the northwest.
Chorleywood Park and Golf Course remained in the central area throughout the period, surrounded by expanding residential zones.Linking Words