Highams Residents’ Association was founded to represent the residents of The Highams Estate.
Since 1955, Highams Residents’ Association has prevented indiscriminate development of The Highams Estate, helping to preserve its distinctive architectural character for residents now, and in the future.

Upcoming events

HRA Annual General Meeting

To be held at Woodford Rugby Club on Thursday 27 April, 2023. All members welcome are welcome to attend.

HRA Tea Party

Back after a two-year hiatus, HRA's tea party is a free event where residents young and old gather for fun, food and games. Keep your diary free for Sunday 28 May 2023. Venue TBC.

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The Highams Estate

The Highams Estate is located in Highams Park, part of the borough of Walthamstow, East London, although it has a Woodford Green (IG8) postcode.

History

The Highams Estate was built within the former grounds of "Highams", a house built for the Lord of the Manor of Higham Bensted in 1768.

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Development

Most of The Highams Estate was built during the 1930s. Plans were drawn up for a much larger development, but economic and geopolitical events meant that The Estate ended up smaller, and took longer to complete.

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Architecture

The quality and distinctive design of the architecture used contributes significantly to the character of The Highams Estate. This was recognised by Waltham Forest Council when it was granted Area of Special Character status in 1988.

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About Highams Residents' Association

Formed in 1955, Highams Residents' Association was created to prevent indiscriminate development of The Estate and preserve its character for future generations of residents.

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