As Harlow New Town was being built, Old Harlow seemed to be forgotten and fell behind in its development. It was not until 1977 that Old Harlow was improved with the building of a health service and a senior citizens day centre.
As Harlow New Town was being constructed, attention shifted away from Old Harlow, causing it to fall behind in its development. It wasn't until 1977 that initiatives were launched to improve Old Harlow with the construction of a healthcare facility and a senior citizens' community center.