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The Secret History of Our Streets (2012–2014) — history on BBC Two

The answer: Concluded August 5, 2014.
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Genre
History
Network / streamer
BBC Two
Premiered
June 6, 2012
Ended
August 5, 2014
Runtime
~60 min per episode
2seasons
9episodes

About The Secret History of Our Streets

The Secret History of Our Streets ended on August 5, 2014, on BBC Two. The series concluded after its second season, with the final episode airing on that date. There are no upcoming episodes or scheduled returns for this show.

The series was a documentary that explored the social history of six London streets, examining how they have changed since Charles Booth's extensive 19th-century survey. Premiering in 2012, it revisited Booth's maps and social classifications to understand the transformation of these streets from Victorian times to the present day. The show combined historical analysis with contemporary visits, revealing the factors that contributed to the rising or falling fortunes of different areas.

The show featured Steven Mackintosh as the host. It was a one-hour program, with each episode providing insights into the social and economic shifts that shaped London's neighborhoods. Although it has ended, it remains a valuable resource for understanding London's urban development and social history.

The Secret History of Our Streets episode schedule

9 aired

Aired · 9

DateEp.Title
August 5, 2014 S2·E3 The Fittie Squares, Aberdeen
August 1, 2014 S2·E2 Duke Street, Glasgow
July 25, 2014 S2·E1 The Moray Estate, Edinburgh
July 11, 2012 S1·E6 Arnold Circus
July 4, 2012 S1·E5 Reverdy Road
June 27, 2012 S1·E4 Portland Road
June 20, 2012 S1·E3 Caledonian Road
June 13, 2012 S1·E2 Camberwell Grove
June 6, 2012 S1·E1 Deptford High Street

The Secret History of Our Streets cast