What were some common features of Victorian tenements?

1. Small living spaces: Most Victorian tenements had small apartments consisting of one or two rooms.

2. Lack of amenities: They lacked amenities such as running water, electricity, and indoor plumbing.

3. Poor ventilation: The apartments often had poor ventilation, leading to poor air quality and health problems such as tuberculosis.

4. Overcrowding: Tenements were often overcrowded, with multiple families living in one small space.

5. Shared facilities: Tenements had shared facilities such as toilets and washrooms, which were often dirty and unsanitary.

6. Dilapidated buildings: The buildings were often old and in poor condition, with leaky roofs and crumbling walls.

7. Noisy environment: Tenements were usually located in densely populated areas, resulting in a noisy and chaotic environment.

8. Lack of privacy: There was often a lack of privacy due to the small living spaces and shared facilities.

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