# Two 1960s London housing estates saved from demolition after decade-long campaign

Residents and campaigners have won a decade-long fight to prevent the demolition of two 1960s housing estates in London. The decision preserves the buildings rather than redeveloping the sites, a notable win for advocates of retaining post-war council housing. It reflects ongoing debates over how to upgrade ageing UK social housing without displacing existing communities.

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- [The Guardian Health](https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/oct/15/london-architecture-estates-saved-from-demolition-social-housing) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:57:50 GMT