In short
EKIN provides residential block management in Raynes Park (SW20) for RMCs, RTM companies and freeholders: service charges, maintenance, safety compliance, insurance, Section 20 consultation and major works. We are based in nearby Wimbledon, client money is protected under UKALA CMP (membership 24113), and directors get regular reporting and access to their building's records.
About Raynes Park
Raynes Park grew up around its railway station and is split by the line into two quite different halves: a small town centre with shops and cafés, and quiet residential streets running towards West Wimbledon, Cottenham Park and Motspur Park. It is popular with families and commuters, and many residents have owned their flats for a long time.
The buildings
SW20 is dominated by Edwardian and interwar houses, many converted into flats and maisonettes, together with low-rise purpose-built blocks from the 1930s onwards and a number of smaller modern developments around the station and along the main roads. A high proportion of these buildings are managed by the leaseholders themselves through an RMC or share-of-freehold company, often with directors who have done the job for years without much support.
Managing a block in Raynes Park: what to plan for
- Self-managed buildings. Many SW20 blocks are run by volunteer directors. Common gaps are an out-of-date fire risk assessment, no reserve fund and year-end accounts that have slipped. See our page on self-managed buildings.
- Roofs and rainwater goods. Ageing roofs, gutters and downpipes on interwar buildings are a frequent source of damp complaints in top-floor and lower-ground flats.
- Shared drainage. Drains shared between flats, and sometimes neighbouring houses, need clear responsibility and occasional CCTV surveys.
- Fire separation in conversions. Older conversions were rarely upgraded to modern standards, so fire doors, detection and compartmentation are worth checking.
Council, planning and access
| Local authority | London Borough of Merton. |
|---|---|
| Scaffolding and skips on the road | Scaffolding or a skip on the pavement or road needs a highway licence, normally applied for by the scaffolding or skip company, and a parking bay suspension if it takes up a controlled bay. Allow time for both in the programme. Merton: scaffolding and hoarding licences. |
| Planning and building regulations | Replacement windows, roof alterations and changes to the outside of a building may need planning permission, particularly in a conservation area, and some works need building regulations approval. The appointed surveyor or contractor confirms what applies. Applications are made through the Planning Portal. |
| Postcodes | SW20 |
| Access for works | Raynes Park is easy to reach from Wimbledon, and most streets are residential with controlled parking in parts, so larger works still need parking arrangements agreed in advance. |
| Nearby areas we cover | Wimbledon · New Malden · Kingston upon Thames |
Services for Raynes Park buildings
- Block management for RMCs, RTM companies and freeholders.
- Service charges and arrears, with budgets built from a real maintenance plan.
- Building safety and compliance tracked on one register.
- Section 20 consultation and major works project management.
- Buildings insurance through several brokers, with remuneration disclosed.
- Practical support for RMC directors: meetings, minutes and member records.
- A controlled handover if you are changing managing agent.
Frequently asked questions
Do you manage small buildings in Raynes Park?
Yes. Our service is designed for converted houses with a handful of flats as well as purpose-built blocks, typically up to around 60 flats.
How quickly can you visit a building in Raynes Park?
We are based in Wimbledon, so we can usually arrange an initial visit within a few working days of your enquiry.
Can you take over from our current agent?
Yes. We review the current arrangements first, then run the handover against a detailed checklist. See changing managing agent.
Last reviewed 2026-09-23 against the sources listed. This page is general information about England and is not legal advice; the lease for your building always comes first.