Nursing Homes in Kensington And Chelsea
Kensington And Chelsea has 5 CQC registered nursing homes. 3 are rated Good, 1 Outstanding, and 1 has not yet been rated. 3 of the 5 were last inspected more than three years ago.
Source: Care Quality Commission register, kept up to date as ratings change.
Kensington And Chelsea at a glance
What the numbers say about care for older people in Kensington and Chelsea.
- Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea pays, residential care: £1,147 a week. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953, median £1,783
- Care home beds filled across Kensington and Chelsea: 84%. The 12 month average is 84%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 31
- People aged 75 and over: 10,800. Rising to 12,700 by 2035, up 18%
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Who pays, across Kensington and Chelsea (estimate): 90% council, 42% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,400. Rising to 1,800 by 2035, up 26%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,800. Rising to 3,900 by 2035, up 39%
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What nursing care in Kensington And Chelsea involves and what to look for
Nursing homes differ from standard residential settings because they have qualified nurses on site around the clock, alongside care staff. This makes them suitable for people living with complex, chronic or end of life needs that cannot be safely managed at home or in a residential-only home. Across Kensington And Chelsea, Care Assura lists six nursing homes, ranging from long-established houses to specialist providers offering higher acuity clinical support.
Comparing the six nursing homes listed
The current listings include Ellesmere House, Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home, The Kensington Care Home, Margaret Thatcher Infirmary and Loveday Kensington. Of these, Loveday Kensington holds an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission, three homes are rated Good, and two are not yet rated, usually because they are newer to inspection cycles. Ratings are a helpful starting point but should be read alongside the most recent inspection report to understand what stands out and where improvements were noted.
Practical things to check on a visit
When you tour a nursing home, look at how nurses and carers interact with residents, whether call bells are answered promptly and how medicines and clinical records are handled. Ask about nurse-to-resident ratios on days, nights and weekends, and how the home manages pressure care, falls prevention, dementia support and palliative needs. It is also worth asking about GP visits, physiotherapy access and how families are kept informed when a resident's condition changes.
Arranging an assessment and paying for nursing care
Before a placement is confirmed, the person needing care should have a full needs assessment so their clinical and personal requirements are properly understood. This shapes the care plan the home will follow and helps you compare providers on a like for like basis. Nursing home fees in Kensington And Chelsea sit at the higher end of the London range, reflecting both the level of qualified staffing required and local property costs.
Requesting a care needs assessment
Care needs assessments are arranged through Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Adult Social Care, who will also carry out a financial assessment if the person may qualify for funded support. Where nursing care is required, the NHS pays a separate Funded Nursing Care contribution directly to the home for the nursing element, regardless of savings. Some residents with primarily health-related needs may also be eligible for full NHS Continuing Healthcare funding, which is assessed separately.
Understanding the cost picture
Self-funders should ask each home for a clear written breakdown of weekly fees, what is included and what is charged as an extra. If capital falls below the upper threshold over time, the local authority may begin to contribute, so it is sensible to plan for that transition early. A short conversation with an independent financial adviser who specialises in later life care can be valuable before signing a contract.
5 nursing homes in Kensington And Chelsea
- Ellesmere House · 9 Nightingale Place, London, Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 9NG
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd
Ellesmere House is a nursing home in Kensington and Chelsea, and we look after people who need qualified nursing support alongside the ordinary comforts of home. Our nursing team is on site at every hour of the day and night, which means...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health, Physical Disability, Respite Care - Loveday Kensington · 2 Kensington Square, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W8 5EP
Nursing home · CQC Outstanding · Nursing on site · Run by IAC Chelsea Limited
We are a nursing home in Kensington, caring for people whose needs require qualified nursing alongside help with daily living. We look after older people and younger adults, including those living with dementia and people with physical...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care - Margaret Thatcher Infirmary · Royal Hospital Road, London, Kensington and Chelsea, SW3 4SR
Nursing home · Nursing on site · Run by Royal Hospital Chelsea
The Margaret Thatcher Infirmary is a nursing home in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea. We care for older people who need nursing support, and we offer respite stays for those needing nursing care for a short period. Having...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Respite Care - Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home · Pangbourne Avenue, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W10 6DH
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Sanctuary Care Limited
We at Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of London, within the historic borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Our home provides a warm, welcoming sanctuary for older people who...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Respite Care - The Kensington Care Home · 40-46 Ladbroke Road, London, Kensington and Chelsea, W11 3PH
Nursing home · CQC Good · Nursing on site · Run by Bupa Care Homes (GL) Limited
The Kensington Care Home provides nursing care in Kensington for older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities. We also take planned respite stays. Qualified nurses are here...
Specialisms: Older Person Care, Dementia Care, Physical Disability, Younger Adults, Respite Care
What care costs in Kensington and Chelsea, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care London figure, because too few Kensington and Chelsea homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. | £1,147 | £1,688 to £1,953 |
| Nursing care London figure, because too few Kensington and Chelsea homes publish this price. 12 homes. Median £2,228. | £1,045 | £2,060 to £2,276 |
| Residential dementia care London figure, because too few Kensington and Chelsea homes publish this price. 18 homes. Median £1,979. | Not published separately | £1,889 to £2,049 |
| Nursing dementia care London figure, because too few Kensington and Chelsea homes publish this price. 10 homes. Median £2,283. | Not published separately | £2,114 to £2,340 |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price. Powered by Orrery Intelligence.
Inspected most recently
- The Kensington Care Home, 9 February 2026, Good
- Margaret Thatcher Infirmary, 9 September 2024, Not yet rated
- Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home, 15 August 2023, Good
Longest since a report
- Ellesmere House, 8 September 2020, Good
- Loveday Kensington, 26 July 2023, Outstanding
- Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home, 15 August 2023, Good
Frequently asked questions about nursing homes in Kensington And Chelsea
How many nursing homes are there in Kensington And Chelsea?
Kensington And Chelsea has 5 CQC registered nursing homes: 1 Outstanding, 3 Good, 1 not yet rated. Counts come from the CQC register and are kept up to date as ratings change.
How much does a nursing home cost in Kensington And Chelsea?
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea pays an average of £1,147 a week for residential care. Self-funders are typically asked £1,688 to £1,953 a week. London figure, because too few Kensington and Chelsea homes publish this price. 21 homes. Median £1,783. Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
Which nursing homes in Kensington And Chelsea were inspected most recently?
The Kensington Care Home (9 February 2026), Margaret Thatcher Infirmary (9 September 2024) and Princess Louise Kensington Nursing Home (15 August 2023) have the most recent CQC reports.