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Nursing homes in Kensington and Chelsea

12 homes

There are 12 nursing homes in and around Kensington and Chelsea on AskBart. 100% of those rated by the CQC are Good or Outstanding, against 79% nationally (CQC data, November 2026). Published fees average about £2,004 a week, while Kensington and Chelsea usually pays £1,147. The largest is Meadbank Care Home, with 176 beds.

care homes
12
rated Good or Outstanding by CQC
100%
typical residential fee
£2,004/wkabove the UK average of £1,716
what Kensington and Chelsea council pays
£1,147/wk

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Care homes in Kensington and Chelsea

Care homes in Kensington and Chelsea (12)

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8 in Kensington and Chelsea, 4 more within 3 miles · nearest first · updated November 2026

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Not rated

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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, its highest rating.

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Distance
Athlone House Nursing HomeGood · Nov 2023On request231.1 mi—1.6 mi
Eden Court Care HomeGood£1,950791.3 mi—2.4 mi
Ellesmere House Care HomeGood£1,998700.1 mi—1.2 mi
Forrester CourtGood · Sept 2025On request1130.8 mi—1.6 mi
Loveday Abbey Road Care HomeNot yet inspected£3,000261.3 mi—2.6 mi
Loveday Kensington Care HomeOutstanding£3,000401.2 mi—0.2 mi
Meadbank Care HomeGood£9001760.7 mi—1.8 mi
Nazareth House - HammersmithGood · Sept 2022On request950.4 mi—1.2 mi
St Mary's Convent and Nursing HomeGood · Mar 2026On request601.5 mi—2.8 mi
The Chiswick Care HomeGood£1,4001461.1 mi—2.1 mi
The Kensington Care HomeGood£1,982531.4 mi—0.8 mi
Wandsworth Common Care HomeNot yet inspected£1,800971.8 mi—2.9 mi

Fees are the home’s published “from” figure, or an indicative one; “on request” where none is published. Ratings are the regulator’s. Click a heading to sort.

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Kensington and Chelsea in numbers

100% of Kensington and Chelsea’s CQC-rated care homes are rated Good or Outstanding, above the England average of 79%, with 1 rated Outstanding. Based on 10 rated homes; England figure from CQC State of Care (2024/25).

The average residential care home in Kensington and Chelsea costs about £2,004/week, while Kensington and Chelsea’s published usual rate is around £1,147/week (2025). If the council funds care, expect a likely top-up of about £857/week (about £44,564/year), usually paid by a relative or friend. An estimate: councils fund care only below the means-test threshold, and fees vary by home, room and needs.

What Kensington and Chelsea council pays care homes, and whether it will help with your fees

Nursing homes listed12
Rated Good or Outstanding10 of 10 (100%)
Rated Outstanding1
Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate0
Average published weekly fee£2,004
Kensington and Chelsea usual weekly rate (2025)£1,147
LargestMeadbank Care Home (176 beds)
Most recently inspectedAthlone House Nursing Home (October 2023)
Homes by care typeResidential 10 · Nursing 12 · Dementia 11 · Respite 9
Average house price, Kensington and Chelsea (HM Land Registry, June 2026)£1,250,149
Outstanding1
Good9
Not yet rated2
Average weekly fees
  • Residential, Kensington and Chelsea£2,004/wk
  • Nursing, Kensington and Chelsea£2,004/wk
  • Dementia, Kensington and Chelsea£2,004/wk
  • Greater London average£1,480/wk
  • UK average£1,716/wk
  • Kensington and Chelsea usual rate£1,147/wk

Fees: averages of the weekly fees published by the homes listed here and across Greater London. UK average: published residential fees across all homes on AskBart. Council rate: Kensington and Chelsea's usual cost of residential care (2025). Actual costs vary with care needs and room.

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Guides: Residential care homes · Nursing homes · Dementia care homes · Respite care

Data: CQC register, updated November 2026. Figures are for the homes listed on this page.

House prices in Kensington and Chelsea

The average house price in Kensington and Chelsea is £1,250,149, based on HM Land Registry data. The graph shows sold-price trends by property type over the last 30 years.

Average price by property type

All property types
£1,250,149
Detached
£4,453,900
Semi-detached
£2,985,886
Terraced
£2,400,183
Flats & maisonettes
£991,929

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, to Jun 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Figures are area averages for the wider local authority, not retirement properties specifically.

Living in Kensington and Chelsea

  • Cultural Hub
  • Well Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Safety & PeaceC

Limited — quieter than 1% of similar areas for anti-social behaviour & public disorder

Green SpacesB

Good — parks, playing fields & outdoor space nearby

Daily ConveniencesA

Excellent — shops, supermarkets & places to eat nearby

Culture & CommunityA

Excellent — libraries, galleries, museums & community venues nearby

1,024 crimes reported in April 2026, Police.uk.

  • Anti-social behaviour236
  • Violent crime212
  • Other theft140
  • Vehicle crime72
How we grade areas

Grades are relative, comparing this area against others of the same type across the UK. Amenity grades are based on OpenStreetMap counts within a fixed radius. The Safety & Peace grade ranks recorded anti-social behaviour and public-disorder incidents (the offences most relevant to a quiet neighbourhood) — per head of population where ONS figures are available, otherwise by count. Scottish towns are graded against other Scottish towns, from Police Scotland’s 12-month figures for the council wards they sit in, per head of those wards’ population (National Records of Scotland). Figures are estimates to aid research, not a substitute for visiting an area.

Sources — crime: Police.uk, Apr 2026; amenities: OpenStreetMap, updated September 2026.

Community & connection in Kensington and Chelsea

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham

Relief of elderly in Hammersmith & Fulham Borough from Day Centre: Advice and information, befriending, transport to shops, outings, keep fit classes, pilates, computer room, hot lunches, mind…

1.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (289124)
Charity

Age UK Kensington and Chelsea

To provide companionship, practical help, advice, information and support for older people within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. This includes Practical Support services, Basic Foot…

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1082658)
Charity

Age UK Westminster

Age uk westminster is a part of a network of some 300 age concern and age uk organisations and it is an autonomous and independently funded organisation, offering direct services to older people…

2.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1018300)
Charity

Wandsworth Carers' Centre

The charity provides a range of support services to unpaid carers. This includes, information & advice, advocacy, targeted support to carers of people with mental health problems and Asian…

4.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1053121)
Charity

Link Age Southwark

Link Age Southwark prevents loneliness and isolation in older people and brings communities together. We improve wellbeing, connection, mental health and physical health through: one-to-one…

5.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1105923)
Charity

Age Concern Kingston Upon Thames

Practical support to enable older people to live safely and independently in their own homes. Day services; Information and Advice; Community Team; Community Connectors (social prescribing)…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (299988)

Kensington and Chelsea: health, services and environment

Official open data. Distances are straight-line from the town centre. Updated October 2026.

People aged 85+
+40.3%
Projected change in Kensington and Chelsea, 2025 to 2035 (2,794 to 3,919). England: +46.2%.
People aged 65+
+28.2%
Projected change in Kensington and Chelsea, 2025 to 2035 (22,771 to 29,186). England: +20.3%.
Pharmacies within 1 mile
17
Nearest: Pestle & Mortar (0.1 miles).
NHS dental practices within 3 miles
259
This doesn’t show whether they’re taking new NHS patients.
Superfast broadband
98.5%
of premises within a mile of the centre; 93.1% can get gigabit (England: 88.4%). Useful for video calls with family.
Air quality (NO₂)
21.3 µg/m³
Modelled background level for the town centre, 2026. England average 5.6; WHO guideline 10; legal limit 40.
Air quality (PM2.5)
9 µg/m³
Modelled background level, 2026. England average 5.8; WHO guideline 5; legal limit 20 (2040 target 10).
Deprivation ranking
1–9 out of 10
Where the 146 neighbourhoods around the centre rank in England, in tenths (10 = least deprived).

Hospices near Kensington and Chelsea

  • Pembridge Hospice · 1.9 milesCQC page
  • Marie Curie, Hospice Community Services, London and the Home Counties Region · 2.9 milesCQC Good (report published March 2017). CQC page
  • Royal Trinity Hospice · 3.3 milesCQC Outstanding (report published August 2019). CQC page

Hospitals near Kensington and Chelsea

Sources: ONS 2022-based subnational population projections; NHS organisation data (ODS); Ofcom Connected Nations; Defra background pollution maps; English Indices of Deprivation 2025; CQC.

Is Kensington and Chelsea a good retirement location?

Read our guide to living in Kensington and Chelsea

Kensington and Chelsea suits retirees who value a cosmopolitan London lifestyle, access to museums, galleries and dining, and proximity to family or friends in central London. The area is affluent and busy; care home options are few, so early planning matters. Costs are high, and the recorded crime rate is a consideration for some. This is retirement in an urban hub, not a quiet retreat.

Health & support

  • Medical access: The Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Trust and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital are in or near the area; several GP surgeries serve residents across the borough.
  • Safety: Recorded crime in 2026–04 was 1024 offences, with anti-social behaviour, violent crime and other theft the most common categories — notably higher than many UK retirement areas.
  • Family & connection: If your close family or support networks are based in London or easy reach by rail or road, proximity is a major asset; if not, isolation can creep in despite the busy streets.

Finances & daily life

  • Cost of care: Weekly care home fees in Kensington and Chelsea are substantially above the national average; this is one of England's priciest areas for residential and nursing care.
  • Transport: Excellent London Underground and bus networks connect the area to all parts of the capital and beyond; mainline rail links (Victoria, Paddington) reach regional and national destinations. The area is walkable for many daily errands, but car-dependent journeys may be costly.
  • Housing options: Only two care homes are listed locally, both with roughly 70–79 beds each and both rated good by the CQC — choice is narrow, so early enquiry is essential.

Lifestyle & environment

  • Green space & hobbies: Twenty-two parks and two allotments provide green space; the neighbourhood also includes historic museums, galleries and the Royal Albert Hall nearby. Numerous restaurants, cafes (683) and pubs (129) support an active social life.
  • Community: The area hosts a range of cultural and social groups; proximity to central London's memory cafés and specialist support services is a practical advantage for those needing them.
  • Climate: London's climate is generally mild by UK standards, though winters are cool and damp; the urban setting offers little shelter from wind and pollution in busy streets.

Things to weigh up

  • Limited care home choice: Only two homes are listed, so your options are constrained; if either is full or unsuitable, you may need to look beyond the immediate area.
  • Recorded crime above average: The 2026–04 figure of 1024 offences reflects a busy urban setting with higher anti-social behaviour and violent crime than quieter regions — a real factor in daily life and peace of mind.
  • Premium costs: Fees are well above the national average, reflecting the area's wealth and London property values; affordability depends on your financial resources and whether council-funded places are available.

Questions about care homes in Kensington and Chelsea

How many nursing homes are there in Kensington and Chelsea?

AskBart lists 12 nursing homes in and around Kensington and Chelsea, each with its latest CQC rating.

How are nursing homes in Kensington and Chelsea rated?

Of the 10 inspected, 1 is rated Outstanding, 9 Good, 0 Requires improvement and 0 Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission.

How much do nursing homes in Kensington and Chelsea cost?

Among the listings that publish fees, the typical fee is about £2,004 a week. Fees vary with room and care needs, so ask each home for a quote.

How do I choose between nursing homes in Kensington and Chelsea?

Start with the CQC rating and the latest inspection report, visit more than once, and ask how the home supports the person's needs. Our guide "Residential vs nursing home" covers what to look for.

Weighing up your options in Kensington and Chelsea?

Care needs change over time. Compare the other kinds of later-life care in Kensington and Chelsea:

Prefer to stay in your own home with visiting carers?See home care in Kensington and Chelsea

Near Kensington and Chelsea

Paying for care? See how care is funded and check what the council may pay.

Guides for families

More in our nursing care guides.