Large parts of Richmond could be underwater in less than 30 years, according to a climate change study.

Climate Central has released an interactive sea-level rise and coastal flood map which are based on peer-reviewed science in leading journals.

The map uses current predictions to show which areas of London and the UK could be lost to rising sea levels by 2050.

They say that the map 'incorporates big datasets, which always include some error' and should be 'regarded as screening tools to identify places that may require deeper investigation of risk'.

Nearly all parts of the borough which border the River Thames would be affected, including Old Deer Park and parts of Kew Gardens.

The majority of residential roads in Kew, as well as large parts of East and North Sheen, Mortlake and Barnes would go below water levels.

Climate Central is an independent group of scientists and journalists researching and reporting the facts about our changing climate and its impact on the public.

You can view the map here.

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