The Trocoll House plot, which is located on Wakering Road, became a prominent location for the area, owing to the arrival of the railway in April 1854, with the station having been constructed directly adjacent to the present-day site.
Predominantly a residential area, the population grew through the remainder of the 19th century and by the mid-20th century the increase in commuter traffic demanded a greater capacity for the station. The booking hall at Barking Station underwent a rebuild and refurbishment between 1951 and 1961. Designed by architect John Ward of British Railways Eastern Region Architects, the station was reopened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1961 and received Grade II listed status in 1995.
The Trocoll house site was initially occupied by a two-storey industrial building which was replaced by a five-storey office block and car park during the 1960’s. The redevelopment of Trocoll House replaces the large car park and 1960’s office building with 198 much needed homes and commercial space at a location with excellent public transport links. In doing so, the project spearheads the rejuvenation of the gateway to Barking and the surrounding area.
