A Guide to Office Space in Richmond
For decades, businesses looking to establish themselves in London have overlooked Richmond upon Thames. Instead, they’ve opted for areas like Canary Wharf or the City of London.
However, Richmond has a lot to offer business. Some of the world’s largest digital companies, such as eBay and Gumtree, call the area home. Thanks to this, the borough has become a magnet for professional service companies as well as tech and construction firms.
Richmond has the people you need and easy access to the capital. It costs less to base your business here, and it’s generally considered a greener place to work.
In this article, find out more about Richmond and what makes the area so good for business. We’ll also share what it costs to rent office space in Richmond and discuss the four Regus centres here.
Top business areas in the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames, in South West London, is home to nearly 15,000 businesses. This entrepreneurial part of the capital is where you’ll find a mix of great startups and well-known multinationals.
The three main commercial areas in the borough are:
- Richmond: Richmond has the largest shopping centre in the borough, and it’s both a popular tourist and leisure destination. The town is host to corporate offices for eBay, PayPal, and Securitas.
- Twickenham: Twickenham is home to Twickenham Stadium and is the largest district in the borough. Construction firm St. George PLC and major recruiter IC Resources are based in the area.
- Teddington: Close to Heathrow and major roads, there are also creative and scientific clusters here. Marketing firm Brand Architekts and global media firm Haymarket work from offices in the town.
In addition to these locations, there are other important hives of business activity in Richmond. Whitton, a 12-minute drive from Twickenham, is close to Heathrow and a clutch of large firms in the Thames Valley area.
A quarter of an hour away by car is Mortlake, a popular town on the south bank of the River Thames. The town is home to a variety of thriving architecture and IT firms.
Near Twickenham is St. Margaret’s, the location of the famous Twickenham Studios. This is where a range of entertainment was filmed, from Top Gun: Maverick to the Teletubbies.
Why you should choose an office space in Richmond
London is a global city. It’s full of investors, partners, and potential clients for your business. Richmond is a key part of the capital with its own unique identity that will help your business stand out.
The borough offers a superb work-life balance to you and your staff. When you’re with clients, there are great corporate hospitality opportunities after business hours. Below, we explore more reasons why you should choose an office space in Richmond.
1. Local amenities
Richmond, Twickenham, and Teddington all have vibrant independent retail scenes. You'll find a great mix of jewellers, milliners, and more at each location. For leading out-of-town shopping, head to the popular Kew Retail Park.
There is an abundance of parks in the borough of Richmond. Highlights include the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew and Hampton Court Park. The London Wetland Centre in Barnes is another popular attraction for tourists and families.
2. Food and entertainment
From your office in Richmond, you’ll be only minutes away from an amazing food scene.
The Dysart Petersham is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Twickenham serving nine-course tasting menus. Around the area are also top-quality Indian, Chinese, British, and French restaurants. If you prefer cooking for yourself, there are excellent food markets in both Richmond and Kew Village.
Richmond has plenty of options for entertaining visiting clients and associates. There are many options for plays, operas, and concerts in the borough.
A quarter of a million people visit the iconic Richmond Theatre every year. The Exchange, a newly built community facility, is popular with kids and adults. The Orange Tree Theatre is ideal if you want to see the latest independent productions.
There is also an impressive collection of museums in the area. One highlight is the Museum of Richmond, which tells the story of the town from prehistory. Alternatively, visit the World Rugby Museum where you can learn all about the history of the sport.
3. Robust transport links
Getting to the centre of London from the borough is easy. There’s both an Underground and Overground station in Richmond on the District Line. Twickenham and Teddington have their own stations served by South Western Railway that take you to London Waterloo.
Road transport is also excellent. The A3 is nearby, linking you to the City of London and Portsmouth. The A4 takes you to Central London in the East and Bristol in the West. You can get to the capital via many TfL bus routes too.
Heathrow Airport is conveniently located as well. It’s a 24-minute drive from Richmond (19 minutes from Twickenham and 20 minutes from Teddington).
4. Room to expand
Richmond might only be 20 minutes away from the centre of London by train, but there’s more space here than you might expect.
Richmond is an important part of the capital. At the same time, though, it is separate from the city. This not only gives Richmond a unique charm, but it also means you get London benefits without the central London prices.
It’s quieter here and not as busy as the City of London. There’s not too much competition for office space, and the area has a more relaxed atmosphere. There’s room to breathe in Richmond as well as room to start and grow a business.
5. Diversity of industries
As an economy, Richmond definitely benefits from being a part of the capital. The area has its own distinct strengths, though, too.
Its professional, scientific, and technical sector is particularly strong, accounting for 15% of all jobs in the borough. Creative and artistic businesses and information and communication firms thrive in the area.
The administration and support services sector in the borough is as advanced and robust as its construction sector.
6. Quality of life
Rightmove listed Richmond as the happiest place to live in their “Happy at Home” index. Residents rated the town highly for its community and pride as well as the sense of belonging.
The borough also topped the London Vitality Index, published by commercial estate agent LSH. It scored very highly in both the Living and Health & Environment categories.
Researchers have found the borough has a higher GVA forecast than the London average. The work people do here generates more value, a sure sign of a general level of overall happiness and well-being.
How much is it to rent an office space in Richmond?
Regus’ serviced office spaces in Richmond cost between £175 and £279 per person per month. For coworking space, the price is between £169 and £245 per person per month.
Compared with other parts of London, Richmond can be a cost-effective option. However, if you need to be close to a particular area of the capital, it may be worth paying an additional premium.
Office spaces in Richmond
Regus has four serviced offices in Richmond, Twickenham, and Teddington. Each offers the highest-quality private offices and dedicated desks within our coworking spaces.
Richmond Station
Richmond Station is a newly redeveloped Grade A office building in the heart of Richmond. The centre is close to the Underground, Overground, rail network and bus services, providing easy access for you and your employees. It’s also close to the M3 motorway.
This is premium Richmond office space. You’ll be working at a high-profile address alongside major players in the film, food, and pharmaceutical industries. This light-filled centre is stylish, modern, and contemporary.
This fully accessible centre offers a wide range of private office and coworking spaces. If you need to interview or get together with a client or investor, book a meeting room. For a more informal gathering, there are comfortable and private break-out areas across the centre.
When the work day ends, take in the bars, restaurants, theatres, and shops on Kew Road and Church Road. Everything this fashionable town has to offer is on your doorstep at Regus Richmond Station.
Highlights include:
- Meeting rooms
- Break-out areas
- On-site showers
Information about Richmond Station:
- Address: 5 Kew Road, Richmond upon Thames TW9 2PR
- Private offices: From £175 per month
- Coworking space: From £169 per month
- Opening hours: Private Office and Dedicated Desk access is 24/7; Membership access during reception hours
- Nearest transport links: Richmond Station (Stop D) Bus Stop (a one-minute walk away) and Richmond Station (a two-minute walk away)
Twickenham
Our office space in Twickenham centre is just by the river in the fully accessible Regal House, the home of Rugby Union. This striking building is a stone’s throw away from the town’s train station and on several local bus routes. As serviced offices in Twickenham go, this is convenient for everyone.
You’re right in the centre of Twickenham’s business community here. This bustling area is the ideal environment for getting work done and making contacts.
The centre has a modern, minimalist design with shocks of greens, reds, and purples throughout. This design motif carries on into the state-of-the-art private offices, open-plan coworking areas, and meeting rooms.
Given its location and the quality of the space, this is a popular venue for conferences, seminars, and meetings. Attendees can grab a bite to eat during a break from the onsite bistro. Alternatively, they can get refreshments from the rugby-themed Cabbage Patch pub over the road or the Waitrose next door.
A short walk away from this prime office space in Twickenham is the main thoroughfare of King Street at the end of London Street. This is a great area for shopping and entertaining. It’s handy having such an excellent choice of amenities so close by.
Highlights include:
- On-site coffee bistro
- Meeting rooms
- Break-out areas
Information about Twickenham:
- Address: 70 London Road, London TW1 3QS
- Private offices: From £199 per month
- Coworking space: From £189 per month
- Opening hours: Private Office and Dedicated Desk access is 24/7; Membership access during reception hours
- Nearest transport links: Arragon Road (Stop D) Bus Stop (a one-minute walk away) and Twickenham Station (a two-minute walk away)
The Cause Way
The Cause Way centre is ideal if you regularly hold conferences, seminars, or workshops with clients and investors.
It has a choice of fully equipped meeting rooms for your event and break-out areas for huddles and follow-ups. If you have speakers for your event who can't attend, they can dial in via the video conferencing facility in the centre.
Our office space at this Teddington centre is also very accessible. The train station is just a four-minute walk away, and Heathrow is under 20 minutes away by car. There’s a wide selection of hotels in the vicinity if your guests need to stay the night.
With 24-hour access and flexible terms, The Cause Way offers prime workspace for a wide range of clients.
Choose the private office or coworking space that works best for you. When you need a pick-up, there’s a fully stocked communal kitchen area. It’s a great place to network with other business owners, too.
A short walk away, there are the shops, bars, and restaurants of the Church Road area. This attractive and traditional town centre area has a wide choice of cuisines on offer at local eateries. Impress your clients or investors, or treat your staff to a night out in this lively area.
If you want something more relaxed or a bit of quiet time, the beautiful Ham Lands Local Nature Reserve is close by.
Highlights include:
- Meeting rooms
- Communal kitchen area
- Break-out areas
Information about The Cause Way:
- Address: 16-20 Causeway, Teddington TW11 0HE
- Private offices: From £279 per month
- Coworking space: From £245 per month
- Opening hours: Private Office and Dedicated Desk access is 24/7; Membership access during reception hours
- Nearest transport links: Teddington Police Station (Stop H) Bus Stop (a one-minute walk away) and Teddington Station (a three-minute walk away)
Causeway House
The stylish luxury of Causeway House immediately creates a positive impression on staff, clients, and investors. These serviced offices in Teddington are also easy to access as it’s on multiple bus routes and the train station is a four-minute walk away.
This fully accessible centre offers private offices and dedicated desks within spacious coworking areas. There is a contemporary and minimal design throughout the centre that’s certain to improve focus and productivity.
We offer 24-hour CCTV monitoring for extra security. For your convenience, there’s an elevator and a superb sandwich and coffee bar with top-quality refreshments and fare.
During the day, there’s a great selection of shops close by, including a Tesco. You’ll also find a gym and pharmacy in the neighbouring streets. If you need a few minutes to gather your thoughts, drive to the nearby Bushy Park or stroll by the river.
At night there’s a great vibe to the area. The restaurants are excellent, with British, Japanese, Indian, and Chinese options available. There are welcoming pubs in the area too if you want to carry on a meeting after work or celebrate a successful deal.
Highlights include:
- On-site sandwich and coffee bar
- Meeting rooms
- Elevators
Information about Causeway House:
- Address: 13 The Causeway, London TW11 0JR
- Private offices: From £229 per month
- Coworking space: From £205 per month
- Opening hours: Private Office and Dedicated Desk access is 24/7; Membership access during reception hours
- Nearest transport links: Teddington Police Station (Stop H) Bus Stop (a one-minute walk away) and Teddington Station (a three-minute walk away)
Discover offices to rent in Richmond with Regus
We have state-of-the-art office space in Richmond available to rent now.
Become part of the vibrant business community in the borough while being close to investors, clients, and talented staff in London. Do business in a quieter and more relaxed area of the capital.
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To speak with one of our team about office space to rent in Richmond, please get in touch with us today.