A view of Richmond (courtesy of Cmglee)

The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is situated in southwest London, England, which forms part of Outer London. It is unique because it is the only London borough situated both north and south of the River Thames.

The borough is residential and home to some of the most affluent districts of London such as Barnes, Richmond and East Sheen. The main suburban developments are Hampton and Teddington in the south, Twickenham, St Margarets and Whitton in the central area west of the River Thames, with the more central districts of Richmond, Kew, Mortlake and Barnes following the loop of the river. The area and towns surrounding it are very attractive, and boast many fine examples of Tudor and Georgian architecture.