Council Estate Collection (#3)

Glebe Estate: view from a balcony showing trees in the courtyard, London
1812617 Glebe Estate: view from a balcony showing trees in the courtyard, London, 1932 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives

East Hill Estate: arms of James Hulbert, Newlyn House, London, 1930 (b / w photo)
1812608 East Hill Estate: arms of James Hulbert, Newlyn House, London, 1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Downham Estate: view from rear of Moorside Road, London, 1928 (b / w photo)
1812595 Downham Estate: view from rear of Moorside Road, London, 1928 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Lewisham)

China Walk Estate, Walnut Tree Walk: exterior of Derby House, 1929 (b / w photo)
1812573 China Walk Estate, Walnut Tree Walk: exterior of Derby House, 1929 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Lambeth)

Bow Bridge Estate: residential tenements, 1934 (b / w photo)
1812562 Bow Bridge Estate: residential tenements, 1934 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Poplar)

Ossulston Estate, London, 1930 (b / w photo)
1812657 Ossulston Estate, London, 1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Saint Pancras, Metropolitan Borough of; Camden)

Ossulston Estate, London, 1934 (b / w photo)
1812655 Ossulston Estate, London, 1934 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Saint Pancras, Metropolitan Borough of; Camden)

Macaulay Road, London, 1936 (b / w photo)
1812639 Macaulay Road, London, 1936 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Wandsworth, Metropolitan Borough of; Wandsworth)

Kingshold Estate, London, 1933 (b / w photo)
1812633 Kingshold Estate, London, 1933 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Kingshold Estate)

Downham Estate: interior of Downham Health Centre, London, 1932 (b / w photo)
1812596 Downham Estate: interior of Downham Health Centre, London, 1932 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Lewisham)

Downham Estate: interior of Atholl Steel House, London, 1925 (b / w photo)
1812590 Downham Estate: interior of Atholl Steel House, London, 1925 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Lewisham)

Dickens Estate, London, 1935 (b / w photo)
1812587 Dickens Estate, London, 1935 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Bermondsey, Metropolitan Borough of; Southwark)

Dickens Estate: courtyard, London, 1935 (b / w photo)
1812586 Dickens Estate: courtyard, London, 1935 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Bermondsey)

Dairy shop built into Worcester House on China Walk Estate, London, 1934 (b / w photo)
1812575 Dairy shop built into Worcester House on China Walk Estate, London, 1934 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Aerial View of Danepark part of the Orchard park Estate, Hull Circa 1987

Two Piece Reclining Figure No 3 sculpture by Henry Moore. General views of tower blocks. Brandon Estate, Kennington, London. 31st January 1989

Tony Blair visits council estate in London June 1997

Visit of the Prince of Wales to Shoreditch, London, 18th October 1927. The future King Edward VIII visits Windsor House, a council estate in Wenlock Road, Shoreditch, London

Val de Travers Ltd who have worked on the London County Council Estate and the London Country Council Hughesfield Estate in Deptford, London. 1938

Suburban housing - St Pauls Cray, Kent 5th December 1969

Urban decay. Damaged vehicle in front of an abandoned block of flats in an inner- city area

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"Council Estates: A Glimpse into the History of Public Housing in London and Beyond" Step back in time to 1907 with a black and white photo of Boundary Estate's Arnold Circus, showcasing the early days of public housing. Explore the view of public gardens and flats at Boundary Estate's Arnold Circus, capturing the essence of community living in London. Another glimpse into 1907 takes us to Boundary Estate's Arnold Circus through a captivating black and white photograph, revealing the evolving landscape. Journey to Bellingham Estate as we admire the exterior of Fellowship Inn public house in a vintage black and white photo from 1925. Witness toddlers from Merseyside chasing after National Coal Board Lorries, their playful spirits adding life to these vibrant council estates. Reveille model Andrea Lloyd strikes a pose with a Ford Consul, an exciting top prize that adds glamour to everyday life on council estates. Immerse yourself in Collingwood Estate's history as you gaze upon Bullen House through an intriguing black and white photograph from 1925. Discover East Hill Estate's Whitby Houses through another captivating black and white snapshot from 1925, showcasing architectural diversity within council estates. Uncover stories of resilience as tenants stage a rent strike in Peckham during the challenging times of 1931, captured by an unknown creator in this powerful image from 1933. Take flight above Hull with an aerial view capturing Bilton Grange estate on March 1st, 1973 - witness how these communities have grown over time. Experience tower blocks like never before with general views at Brandon Estate, Kennington - offering glimpses into urban living on January 31st, 1989. Returning once again is Reveille model Andrea Lloyd posing next to a Ford Consul - reminding us that dreams can come true, even in council estates.