Centred around the busy dual carriageway of Chertsey Road, the Twickenham Stoop, and the iconic Twickenham Stadium, this suburban neighbourhood is a mecca for all rugby fans, many of whom gather at the popular Admiral Nelson pub on game days. The leafy streets are lined with large attractive Edwardian and interwar homes, all within earshot of the bustling sports grounds, and are conveniently accessed by Whitton and Twickenham stations. Aside from the stadia, there are a number of local green spaces, such as Kneller Gardens, which borders the idyllic River Crane. There are also a couple of bustling high streets nearby, like High Street Whitton and Heath Road to the south. The area’s quiet streets, good schools, and access to central London have made it a sought-after neighbourhood that attracts affluent commuting families.

Famous as the home of English rugby, Twickenham Stadium is at the heart of the neighbourhood. Its history dates back to 1907, when English RFU committee member, William Williams, along with treasurer William Cali, bought a market garden in the town for £5,500, after realising the large crowds that rugby games were attracting. Roads were built around it, and the first match was played on the 2nd October 1909 between Harlequins and Richmond. The first international match was England vs Wales on the 15th January 1910, though only a few games were played initially as, during the First World War, the ground was used as ground for cattle, horse, and sheep grazing. Following the war matches resumed, and in 1938, the first ever televised rugby match was held between England and Scotland. A number of developments took place over the years, raising the capacity gradually, though most recently, in 2005, an £80 million stand redevelopment increased the stadium’s capacity to 82,000, making it the fourth largest stadium in Europe.

Twickenham Stadium is not only used for rugby matches, but also for American football, hosting a number of NFL games in 2016 and 2017. It is also used for concerts and has played host to a number of famous names, such as Rihanna, Iron Maiden, Bon Jovi, U2, Beyoncé, and Eminem to name a few.

While many residents love living so close to the stadium, it can also become a pain when roads are closed on match days, causing huge amounts of traffic along Chertsey Road. It also means the local pubs can get rowdy and the streets crowded and messy after matches. Though for the majority this is part of what gives this area its unique charm.

The brand new East Stand of Twickenham Stadium was revealed in autumn 2018 and brings an end to years of building work. The impressive new stand offers an additional 11,600m2 over 6 levels of hospitality areas. The new ‘East Wing’ provides fans a sophisticated members club, four private terraces with pitch-side views, and four private dining areas. It also has a number of bars and restaurants as well as a rose garden, which transformed the way rugby fans traditionally watch the game.