Woolwich is notable as a river crossing point, having the Woolwich Ferry (and the lesser-known Woolwich foot tunnel) to North Woolwich, and as the one-time home of the Woolwich Building Society (now relocated in Bexleyheath and owned by Barclays plc).
The history of Woolwich is strongly associated with Britain's military past however the town centre began to decline in the 1950s. Department stores closed, being replaced by charity and pound shops. However, once redevelopment of the former Royal Arsenal site began, Woolwich started to enjoy a small renaissance. Several High Street chains previously absent from Woolwich have opened branches, and longer-established shops have been refurbished. An extension of the DLR is under construction and other developments are planned.
- Map of area: Woolwich
- Postcode: SE18
- Population: 12,767
- Average age: 32.01
- Average house price: £214,945
- Local authority: Greenwich
- Within the congestion zone: Yes
- Train/tube: Bayswater, Queensway
- Bus routes: 7, 23, 27, 36, 70, 94, 148, 390
- Banks: 3
- Cinemas: 0
- Doctors: 10
- Dentists: 7
- Leisure facilities: 0
- Libraries: 1
- Supermarkets: 4
- Theatres: 2
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