Riverstone
Riverstone Kensington
Retirement living in London, Kensington and Chelsea
Operated by Riverstone
What do these badges mean?
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Nestled just a stone's throw away from Holland Park and Kensington High Street, the area is characterised by its majestic townhouses and charming garden squares that lend it a unique charm.
Each apartment is thoughtfully designed to make residents feel at home, with a host of exceptional amenities at their disposal. These include a private cinema for movie enthusiasts, Maria G’s, a local restaurant/bar for food lovers, a library for the bookworms, a gym/spa for fitness enthusiasts, a vitality pool for relaxation, and beautifully landscaped gardens for those who love to be close to nature.
Care provided
Facilities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Near a railway line
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpacePlentiful
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,113 |
| 2025 | — | £1,147 |
| 2026 | £4,400 | — |
Local health safety net
Riverstone Kensington is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Charing Cross Hospital, 0.9 miles away. The local GP practice is THE ABINGDON HEALTH CENTRE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Riverstone Kensington.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Riverstone Kensington located?
What tenure options are available at Riverstone Kensington?
* To Buy - prices start from £785,000
Is Riverstone Kensington a member of ARCO (Associated Retirement Community Operators)?
Are there any retirement home fees at Riverstone Kensington?
When you move into Riverstone Kensington, you will be required to pay the following fees:
* Service Charge - a monthly payment which covers the cost of the maintenance of your retirement property.
* **Deferred Management Fees** - a fee you are required to pay when you decide to permanently leave your retirement home.
Are luxury facilities available at Riverstone Kensington?
Part of Riverstone
Riverstone Kensington is one of 3 properties run by Riverstone on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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- Care Quality Commission register: rating, inspection dates and registration, matched by location id and refreshed nightly
- Family reviews: written by families, email-confirmed and read by AskBart staff before publishing
- Area figures: London: Police.uk, the Environment Agency, NHS and ONS data for the town, not the street
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