Why is South London less developed?


Why is South London less developed? Much of what now makes up the South Bank between Lambeth and London Bridge was wet, swampy ground: it's no accident that there's a road just behind Waterloo called Lower Marsh. Such land obviously highly difficult to build on, and unsuitable for urban expansion compared with the picturesque hills of North London.


What are the worst Tube lines?

The Victoria Line is teeming with bacteria, having the highest number of germs of all the Tube lines. Touching your face after coming into contact with dirty seats and handles can transfer a whole host of blemish-causing bacteria.


What is the least used tube line in London?

Roding Valley is the most lightly used station on the Underground. It is also one of the twelve tube stations not to have ticket barriers.


What is the most confusing tube station in London?

Whatever direction you're coming from –whether via car, tube or walk – you'll know you're reaching King's Cross St Pancras when traffic will start slowing down and you'll even have to queue to cross the road. As such, seeing it top the chart as London's most stressful station is certainly not a surprise.