Tram service / trolley buses

At the end of 1902, the first tram ran from Richmond Hill to Capstone Road and another service ran into town from Queen's Park Corner. Although the trams were slow and noisy, they remained a reliable travel service in Charminster. In 1913, Sunday tram services were prevented following opposition from churchmen and residents who did not want their day of rest disturbed, but afternoon trams were accepted. Eventually in 1926, Sunday morning tram services were finally allowed.

In 1935, trams were replaced by trolley buses. There were two trolley buses that served the Charminster area: buses number 2 and 28.