Portswood is a busy part of the city, familiar to many locals. Although, pictures from the air deliver a fresh perspective.

Here are five of our favourite aerial shots taken through the years.

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Daily Echo: Aerial image of Portswood in 1961

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Daily Echo: The Common including The Cowherds pub and the edge of Portswood in 2011

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Daily Echo: Gordon Ave and Alma Rd, Portswood in 2006

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Daily Echo: Portswood Road in 1967

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Daily Echo: Portswood aerial with Portswood Road on left. Taken on May 6, 1950