In short
EKIN provides residential block management in Twickenham (TW1 & TW2) 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 Twickenham
Twickenham is best known as the home of English rugby, but it is also a historic riverside town with Eel Pie Island, Marble Hill and York House gardens, a busy town centre and good rail links to Waterloo.
The buildings
Flats in Twickenham range from converted Victorian and Edwardian houses and small interwar blocks to modern developments near the station and the town centre, and riverside buildings along the Thames.
Managing a block in Twickenham: what to plan for
- Match and event days. Major events at the stadium bring road closures, parking restrictions and crowds. We plan deliveries, scaffolding and access for works around the fixture list.
- Conservation areas. Twickenham has several conservation areas, particularly around the riverside and older parts of town, which affect external works.
- Riverside buildings. Flood risk can affect insurance and the maintenance of lower floors, basements and drainage.
Council, planning and access
| Local authority | London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. |
|---|---|
| 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. GOV.UK: scaffolding and hoarding licence (choose Richmond upon Thames). |
| 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 | TW1 & TW2 |
| Access for works | Contractor access is generally good, but controlled parking zones and event-day restrictions need to be factored into works programmes. |
| Nearby areas we cover | Teddington · Kingston upon Thames · Putney |
Services for Twickenham 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 Twickenham?
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 Twickenham?
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.