There were small, older shops at the western (Lewisham) and eastern (Lee Green) ends, some larger more recent terraces near Lewisham, the occassional large house and even some undeveloped land.

The terraces on the right between Rembrandt and Lochaber Road were the last to be developed, dating from c.1900.

A century ago, as tram track were being laid, Lee High Road was a street of contrasts.