Care Homes in Kensington and Chelsea
There are 11 care homes registered with the CQC in Kensington and Chelsea, London, providing 443 beds across a range of residential and nursing settings. CQC inspection data shows 2 Outstanding-rated homes and 7 Good-rated homes, with excellent overall care standards. Nursing care is available at 6 homes across Kensington and Chelsea, with specialist provision including dementia and physical disabilities.
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Choosing a Care Home in Kensington and Chelsea
With 11 care homes across Kensington and Chelsea, families have 9 well-rated options to consider. 1 home currently requires improvement — always read the latest CQC inspection report before visiting.
We recommend shortlisting three to five homes, visiting each in person, and using our guide to choosing a care home to compare them systematically. Before committing, it is also worth understanding how care home fees are funded in Kensington and Chelsea — the local authority may contribute towards costs depending on the level of assessed need and financial circumstances.
Kensington and Chelsea has 2 Outstanding-rated homes — see the full comparison of best care homes in Kensington and Chelsea.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Kensington and Chelsea?
There are 11 CQC-registered care homes in Kensington and Chelsea with a total of 443 beds. They span 6 postcode districts across the London region.
What CQC ratings do care homes in Kensington and Chelsea have?
Of the 11 care homes in Kensington and Chelsea: 2 are rated Outstanding, 7 are rated Good, 1 Require Improvement, 0 are rated Inadequate, and 1 have not yet been rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Are there specialist care homes in Kensington and Chelsea?
Yes — Kensington and Chelsea has specialist care homes for: Dementia Care (7 homes), Learning Disability Care (4 homes), Nursing Care (6 homes), Physical Disability Care (7 homes), Residential Care (5 homes), Sensory Impairment Care (4 homes).
How do I choose a care home in Kensington and Chelsea?
Start by shortlisting three to five homes based on CQC rating, location, and specialist needs. Visit each in person and check the latest CQC inspection report on carehome.page. Contact Kensington and Chelsea council to understand funding contributions — the local authority may cover part of the cost depending on financial assessment.
Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. How we use this data