Collier Row
| Collier Row | |
| Essex | |
|---|---|
 Corpus Christi Church | |
| Location | |
| Grid reference: | TQ505905 |
| Location: | 51°35’35"N, -0°10’25"E |
| Data | |
| Post town: | Romford |
| Postcode: | RM5, RM7 |
| Dialling code: | 01708 |
| Local Government | |
| Council: | Havering |
| Parliamentary constituency: |
Romford |
Collier Row is a neighbourhood to the north of Romford in Essex. It is a suburban within the metropolitan conurbation.
History
Its name originates from charcoal burners which used to occupy the area.[1]
The area is based on a large housing estate built during the 1930s as part of the inter-war London housing expansion, with shopping facilities around a central crossroads.
Remains of a Roman settlement have been uncovered in the area.[2]
The A12 (Eastern Avenue), which runs through Collier Row at its southern end, leads to London and Essex's east coast, and crosses the M25 on its eastern section.
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References
- ↑ A History of the County of Essex - Volume 7 pp 72-76: Romford: Economic history (Victoria County History)
- ↑ "A history of Collier Row". Havering London Borough Council. http://www.havering.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=4704.