Carshalton Urban District facts for kids
| Carshalton | |
| Motto: Animo et Fide (By Courage and Faith) | |
 Carshalton Council Offices |
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| Geography | |
| Status | local government district 1883 - 1894 urban district from 1894 |
| 1911 area | 2,926 acres (11.8 km2) |
| 1961 area | 3,346 acres (13.5 km2) |
| HQ | The Square, Carshalton (later the local library) |
| History | |
| Created | 1883 |
| Abolished | 1965 |
| Succeeded by | London Borough of Sutton |
Quick facts for kids Demography |
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| 1901 population | 6,746 |
| 1961 population | 57,484 |
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Carshalton was a special area in north east Surrey, England. It had its own local government from 1883 to 1965. This area was centered around the town of Carshalton.
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What Was Carshalton?
Carshalton was a "local government district." This means it was a specific area with its own rules and services. It was like a small independent town council.
How Carshalton Was Governed
In 1883, Carshalton decided to manage its own local services. A "local board" was created to run things. This board helped with public health and other local needs.
Later, in 1894, the area became an "urban district." An elected council took over from the local board. This council was chosen by the people living in Carshalton. In 1933, the district's borders changed a bit. This happened after a nearby area, Epsom Rural District, was dissolved.
The End of Carshalton District
Carshalton's local government district ended in 1965. This was due to a big change called the London Government Act 1963. The area of Carshalton then became part of Greater London. It joined with other districts to form the London Borough of Sutton that we know today.
The Carshalton Coat of Arms
The Carshalton Urban District Council received its own special armorial bearings in 1952. A coat of arms is like a unique symbol or badge for a town or family. The College of Arms officially granted it.
Symbols on the Shield
The main colors of the shield were gold and red. These colors came from the Mandeville family. They used to own the land of Carshalton a long time ago.
A "chevron" is a V-shape in the middle of the shield. This shape came from the Gaynesford and Scawen families' arms. On the chevron, you can see a heraldic fountain. This represents the many springs and pools in Carshalton. There are also two silver oak sprigs. These came from the arms of Surrey County Council.
Lions also appear on the shield. These lions were part of the arms of three local families: Burgersh, Fellowes, and Hardwick. A greyhound was also included. This came from the Gaynesford family arms. It also represents the historic Greyhound Inn in Carshalton.
Symbols Above the Shield
Above the shield, there was a "crest." This crest featured a mural crown. A mural crown looks like a wall with towers. It is a symbol of local government.
On top of the crown was a Tudor rose. This rose was the symbol of the Urban District Council before 1952. From the crown, a swan rises. This swan is based on the "Bohun swan." This was a special symbol of the Bohun family. The swan holds a sprig of beech in its beak. This symbolizes Carshalton Beeches, a well-known area in Carshalton.
Where the Council Met
The Carshalton council used to meet in the Carshalton Council Offices. This building is located in The Square. It has been recognized as a historic building since 1974.
