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Tower Hamlets is located on the north bank of the Thames, adjacent to the City of London. The area includes much of the historic East End and London Docklands. “Tower Hamlets” was first referenced in 1554 and became a distinct military unit by 1605 under the Tower of London’s jurisdiction. In the 19th century, the borough’s population surged, resulting in overcrowding, poverty, and immigration. This worsened after the construction of St Katharine Docks and London railway termini.

The borough was formally created in 1965, merging Bethnal Green, Poplar, and Stepney. Governed by Tower Hamlets London Borough Council, it was ranked as the second most deprived borough in 2017, following Barking and Dagenham. The borough is home to Canary Wharf, one of the largest financial districts with some of London’s tallest buildings, blending high-paying jobs with one of the city’s highest unemployment rates.

Tower Hamlets has over 100 parks, including Victoria Park. It is known for its significant British Bangladeshi community, which comprises 32% of the population. Its transport network includes three Thames crossings and eight Underground stations that connect it to the City of London. MORE

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