... progressed, suburbanisation increased in rate, as the middle classes started to leave the overcrowded cities. Spurred on by the Public Health Act of 1875, the late nineteenth century saw the development of the garden suburb, such as Bournville and Moor Pool Estate. Inspired by the ideas of Ebenezer Howard, these planned suburban developments incorporated low-density housing with large open green spaces. Bournville, to the south of Birmingham city centre, also saw the decentralisation of industry, with the construction of the Cadbury Factory. Suburban growth continued to increase in rate, especially throughout the inter war period. The houses built became more modest in size than previous suburban dwellings. Built in neo-Georgian style, these semi-detached or terraced houses were built largely for 'blue-collar' workers. Public houses, cinemas, petrol stations and convenience shops were built in addition, resulting in these suburbs being radically different in appearance from the original 'aristocratic suburbs.' Post - war ...

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