Other current and historical names
Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Hornchurch within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Hornchurch.-- par. and vil., S. Essex, between rivers Rom and Ingerburn, 2 miles SE. of Romford, 6784 ac. and 138 tidalwater and foreshore, pop. 2824; P.O., T.O.; has iron-founding and mfrs. of steam engines, boilers, agricultural implements, bricks, tiles, drain pipes, &c.