Population and Steets in Stratford City are a bit confusing, but the area is well connected to the rest of the London boroughs, so this article will attempt to shed some light on the area. Stratford was historically the county borough's administrative centre, and the town hall was there. As the area became more urban, the population of Stratford increased, and the city eventually merged with neighbouring districts. However, the borough has never had its own independent government, and there are no formal boundaries.
Although Stratford's residential neighborhoods are built around a centralized community core, many of its commercial areas are located within easy walking distance of the downtown and elementary school. While new residential development is possible, it will alter the 'walkability' of the community. Additionally, compact development reduces the need for automobiles, reduces demand on agricultural land, and cuts down on energy and air pollution.
Complete streets in Stratford are essential to the health of the community. A lack of pedestrian-friendly streets limits the ability of a community to attract and retain businesses and consumers. A revitalized downtown core will attract highway-trunking motorists and new residents to the area, creating space for future food stores. Providing a walkable community for all residents is a high priority in the area's development plans.
Stratford's expansion plan, as part of the city's Comprehensive Plan, calls for residential growth to expand eastward, as well as to diversify the existing community's housing stock. Stratford will have around 2,330 units of residential space when buildout is complete. Its population is estimated at 8,396. The existing population is based on Census 2000 figures. New residential development will create secondary mixed-use commercial cores in the city and enhance local employment opportunities.