Richmond upon ThamesZone 5

Living in Twickenham

Outer south-west value by the river, with rail links, pubs, and rugby-day crowds.

1-bed rent

£1,500/mo

2-bed rent

£1,950/mo

Transport zone

Zone 5

Fastest commute

~32 min

Transport from Twickenham

Twickenham

National Rail

Twickenham is served by the National Rail.

Commute times from Twickenham

Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.

DestinationCommute time
Paddington~32 min
Marylebone~35 min
Victoria~35 min
Oxford Circus / Soho~37 min
Waterloo~40 min
King's Cross / St Pancras~42 min
London Bridge~44 min
Bank / City~45 min
Liverpool Street~47 min
Canary Wharf~54 min

Twickenham lifestyle profile

Green space

8/10

Safety

8/10

Café density

7/10

Walkability

7/10

Gym density

6/10

Food scene

6/10

Young professionals

6/10

Transport

5/10

Lively

4/10

Nightlife

4/10

Twickenham strengths

  • Good value compared with Richmond
  • Riverside walks
  • Useful rail to Waterloo

Trade-offs

  • Outer-zone commute
  • Quiet outside event days
  • Less useful for east London jobs

Who Twickenham suits best

  • people who want peace, green space, and a calm base after work
  • sporty and fitness-focused people
  • young professionals and career-focused people

Frequently asked questions

What is Twickenham like to live in?

Outer south-west value by the river, with rail links, pubs, and rugby-day crowds. The main strengths are good value compared with richmond and riverside walks.

What is the average rent in Twickenham?

The average 1-bedroom flat in Twickenham costs around £1,500 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £1,950 per month (market review estimate).

How long is the commute from Twickenham?

The fastest commute from Twickenham is to Paddington at approximately 32 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 45 minutes.

Is Twickenham a good area to live in London?

Twickenham is in Richmond upon Thames, Zone 5. It's well-suited to people who want peace, green space, and a calm base after work. The main trade-off is: outer-zone commute.

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