London's East End docks and key statistics

Question 1

Why was London’s East end docks closed

and what were the effects on the area

Answer 1

The Royal Docks fell into decline as large container ports were developed further down the river. The Royal Docks eventually closed to commercial traffic in late 1981. This closure led to massive unemployment and social problems across East London, and Stratford was no exception.

Question 2

Deindustrialisation happened throughout London in the 20th century, mainly in the East End. Overall, the UK’s share of manufacturing outputs had significantly dropped to ………% by 1973, which was even lower than the ……….% in 1830, pre-Industrial Revolution

Answer 2

4.9%

9.5%

Question 3

2012 Olympics what area was chosen

Answer 3

Lower Lea Valley including Stratford

Question 4

the family income in pounds per year was significantly lower than in London (£………….. to £…………),

Answer 4

28,000

to37,000

Question 5

and the unemployment percentage was higher than in London (…… to …………).

Answer 5

7.8

4.5