England became the richest country in the world controlling huge trade and capital.
Technological advancements in the health sector increased the life expectancy of people in England which led to a steady rise in the population of England.
Banking and other financial institutions were strengthened and a modern currency system was established.
Between 1813 and 1855, her textile exports to India jumped from 50,000 kilograms to well over 2.5 million.
During the same period, the amount of coal mined rose from 15 to 64 million tonnes and became an important export.
Industrial revolution fuelled Colonialism and hence imperialistic ambitions of Britain also expanded.
Modern Industrial towns like Manchester and Lancashire developed although urban slams also developed.
In a little more than fifty years after the use of machines began, England had become the world’s leading industrial nation.