London borough Barking & Dagenham Region London Sovereign state United Kingdom Dialling code 020 | Ceremonial county Greater London Country England Postcode district IG11 UK parliament constituencys Barking, Ilford South | |
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Thames View Estate is a large housing estate in East London, England near Barking.
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369 to thames view estate 369 to ilford end of route 369 on 19th february 2009
History
It contains 2,000 homes and was built between 1954 and 1960 by Barking Borough Council. It was the largest development constructed by the council. The site to the south of Barking was marshland and housing was constructed using piles and raft foundations. The name alludes to the proximity to the River Thames.
Geography
The built environment is made up of terraced housing, flats and maisonettes. Community facilities, churches (including the Anglican church of Christ Church) and schools are provided, and there is a small pedestrianised shopping precinct on Bastable Avenue, the main thoroughfare. The new development of Barking Riverside is being created adjacent to Thames View.
Transport
Public transport is provided by the East London Transit bus rapid transit service.
