Yeah, we didn't have exactly those in the 80s, but more with planks and ropes (think low-level tree houses).
I've not had a good look at playgrounds the last few years (none where I usually go for a walk), but the ones in my childhood weren't as tall like in the last pictures, but tall enough that I sprained my ankle when jumping down... one day before my first day at school.
A few of the ones I visited when my daughter was in the correct age range (about 10 years ago) all have soft tarmac substitute around them that looks like it's made from recycled rubber (this is on top of changes to the actual equipment).
I've not had a good look at playgrounds the last few years (none where I usually go for a walk), but the ones in my childhood weren't as tall like in the last pictures, but tall enough that I sprained my ankle when jumping down... one day before my first day at school.