A Place to Go

A young, impulsive dreamer from Bethnal Green who longs to escape his crowded life. He is drawn into Jack Ellerman's plan to rob the cigarette factory in a bid for a better future, and his romance with Cat complicates his choices. His actions trigger a chain of events that affect his family’s security and happiness.

An independent and free-spirited woman who won't be dictated to. She dates Ricky but refuses to drop Charlie from her life, valuing her own agency over conventional expectations. Her choices drive the love triangle and complicate Ricky’s plans.

A calculating gang leader who profits from crime and uses others to achieve his aims. He orchestrates the plan to rob the factory, maintaining control even as tension rises at home. His presence anchors the criminal world that entangles Ricky and Jim.

A dockworker who longs for a secure, independent life beyond the docks. He eventually shifts to busking and escape tricks, though his wish for change is overshadowed by his illness and family pressures. His conflict with Jack Ellerman also foreshadows tragedy.

A long-standing resident of the Flint family home, she endures the threat of slum clearance and relocation. Her status as matriarch anchors the family through upheaval, even as the neighborhood changes around her.

Ricky’s sister, pregnant and hopeful for a better life. She and Jim seize the insurance money to move to a new house, seeking security for their growing family. Her presence highlights the stakes of family stability.

A lorry driver who plans to buy a transport license but is drawn into the robbery plot. He attempts to protect his family’s future by backing the plan, though he ultimately withdraws, leaving Ricky to shoulder the risks.

A rival in Jack’s gang who dates Cat and retaliates when angered. He sets fire to Jim’s lorry and becomes a key source of tension, illustrating the costs of romance crossing gang lines.