1930s suburban explosion
By the early 1930s Iona went through yet another rapid period of growth. The docks were at peak output dealing with trade between Europe and America. Factories sprang up everywhere making items from Dunlop tyres to fridges. To cope with the new demands on housing many developers were encouraged to build new housing. Semi detached houses where built on many greenfield areas and old farms around the city and up in the Hanover Hills area. These new homes provided gardens, driveways and alittle more space from terraced houses in the dense areas close to the city centre. This era loved closes and cul-de-sacs providing safe and quiet areas for families to thrive.....
Many 1930s new homes were enabled by an expanded rail network, so people could benefit from space and greenery but with quick journeys to work.
Homes were built in all sizes, including the odd pool.
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