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In the 1960s, Britain was perceived as a land of opportunities. Many, including waves of immigrants from the Caribbean, arrived with dreams of prosperity and a better life. Houses were affordable, jobs were stable, and wages aligned with the cost of living. For context, the average house price back then was approximately £3,600, merely four times the average annual wage, making home ownership achievable for the average family. The promise of hard work leading to prosperity seemed tangible.