Bupa
The Kensington Care Home
Operated by Bupa
CQC good53 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Address40-46 Ladbroke Rd, London, W11 3PH
Beds53
Weekly feefrom £1,982 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened1977
All-inclusiveNo
MapGoogle Maps
About
Nestled in the heart of West London, The Kensington care home is a haven of tranquillity and comfort, offering a diverse range of care services. This includes residential, nursing, respite, dementia, Parkinson's, and palliative care, all tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. Situated in the charming neighbourhood of Ladbroke Grove, Notting Hill, this Bupa care home provides a serene and picturesque environment for residents to thrive in.
Recently undergoing a high-quality refurbishment, The Kensington now boasts an array of top-notch facilities and services. Residents can enjoy meals in the stunning conservatory dining room, relax in the beautifully landscaped gardens featuring a soothing water feature, or engage in therapeutic activities such as pet therapy and live piano music sessions.
Moreover, every room in The Kensington is designed with the utmost comfort in mind, featuring en-suite facilities and air conditioning. This ensures that residents can enjoy a homely and comfortable living environment while receiving the highest standard of care. With The Kensington care home, you can rest assured that your loved ones are in safe, caring, and professional hands.
Recently undergoing a high-quality refurbishment, The Kensington now boasts an array of top-notch facilities and services. Residents can enjoy meals in the stunning conservatory dining room, relax in the beautifully landscaped gardens featuring a soothing water feature, or engage in therapeutic activities such as pet therapy and live piano music sessions.
Moreover, every room in The Kensington is designed with the utmost comfort in mind, featuring en-suite facilities and air conditioning. This ensures that residents can enjoy a homely and comfortable living environment while receiving the highest standard of care. With The Kensington care home, you can rest assured that your loved ones are in safe, caring, and professional hands.
Care provided
Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite
Facilities
Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Meditation Area
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Wellbeing Classes
Nearby amenities
Bus stop0.8 mi
Train station0.9 mi
GP surgery0.3 mi
Hospital1.4 mi
Local pub0.02 mi
Shops0.7 mi
What's in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpacePlentiful
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
4,481 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Theft from person23%
Other theft19%
violent crime13%
Anti-social behaviour13%
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Local health safety net
The Kensington Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is St Mary's Hospital, 1.4 miles away. The local GP practice is PORTLAND ROAD PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest hospital · A&E
St Mary's Hospital · 1.4 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
PORTLAND ROAD PRACTICE · 0.3 mi
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of The Kensington?
The Kensington is based in London and is conveniently near to various facilities.
How does The Kensington fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC), the regulatory body for health and social care services in England, has given The Kensington a **good** rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does The Kensington provide?
This home offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of The Kensington?
At present, The Kensington can accommodate 53 residents.
Who is the proprietor of The Kensington?
Bupa is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
The Kensington offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Creative Arts & Crafts, Physical Exercise & Fitness, and Wellbeing Classes.
How much does care at The Kensington cost?
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Information last reviewed September 2026.
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