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Care for adults under 65 at home in Kensington and Chelsea
10 out of 15 home care agencies covering Kensington and Chelsea are registered for care for adults under 65. 89% of the 9 rated by CQC are Good or Outstanding, next to 88% for care for adults under 65 across England. Expect to pay here about £37.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,800 a week for live-in careestimated. 2 home care agencies have a rating more than four years old. On 20 October 2026, Equal People Mencap was rated Good, the newest rating here.
Data: the CQC register, updated 27 October 2026, under the Open Government Licence
In short
- 8 of the 9 rated agencies are Good or Outstanding; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate, with 1 not yet rated.
- For dementia support, 6 have it on their CQC registration.
- A care needs assessment from the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- Latest CQC rating changes in London, checked daily.
To cite: "Care for adults under 65 at home in Kensington and Chelsea", The Care Panel, Oct 2026, from CQC register analysis.
- 10registered agencies
- 89%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 6support people with dementia
- 5rated or inspected within two years
Ranked providers of care for adults under 65
Highest CQC rating first; ties go to the more recent rating, then the nearer provider. How the list is ordered
- All 15
- Elderly care · 15
- Physical disability care · 10
- Care for adults under 65 · 10
- Dementia care · 9
- Sensory impairment care · 6
- Children's care · 5
- Learning disability care · 5
- Mental health care · 5
| Rank | Agency | CQC rating | Date rated | Office | Other specialisms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helping Hands Kensington & Chelsea | Jan 2025 | 1.9 miles | 4 | |
| 2 | Equal People Mencap | Oct 2026 | 2.1 miles | 3 | |
| 3 | Hope Care Agency | Sep 2026 | 2.3 miles | 1 | |
| 4 | Ivy Homecare Services Limited | Mar 2026 | 2.4 miles | 5 | |
| 5 | Westward Consultants Limited Trading as Draycott Nursing and Care | Nov 2023 | 1.1 miles | 1 | |
| 6 | Virtus Care LTD | Jun 2022 | 1.7 miles | 4 | |
| 7 | Healthvision UK Ltd - North Kensington | May 2024 | 2.4 miles | 6 | |
| 8 | Hammersmith | Jan 2020 | 0.6 miles | 7 | |
| 9 | Caremark Kensington | Sep 2025 | 2.4 miles | 9 | |
| 10 | Threedots Healthcare Ltd | Not yet rated | – | 2.3 miles | 4 |
All agencies covering Kensington and Chelsea with a CQC registration for care for adults under 65. Order: rating, then how recent it is, with distance from the centre used last.
Care for adults under 65 in Kensington and Chelsea by the numbers
67% of Kensington and Chelsea's agencies (10 of 15) hold a CQC registration for care for adults under 65. 89% of those rated are Good or Outstanding, 3 points below the 92% for all agencies here and in line with the 88% for agencies registered for care for adults under 65 across England.
Leading on CQC ratings for care for adults under 65: Helping Hands Kensington & Chelsea, Equal People Mencap and Hope Care Agency. Ratings run from January 2020 to October 2026, and 5 are from the last two years. 4 are based within 2 miles of the centre of Kensington and Chelsea. 1 still awaits a first CQC rating.
Typical prices in London: about £37.50 an hour for weekday visits (evenings and weekends cost more) and around £1,800 a week for live-in care. How we estimate costs.
About care for adults under 65
Care for adults under 65 supports younger adults with a disability, long-term condition or mental health need. Good services are built around work, study, family life and independence, not the routines of care for older people.
What to ask about care for adults under 65
- How do you plan for more independence over time?
- How is the person involved in reviewing their support?
- How are health appointments supported?
- Can support fit around the person's own schedule?
- How many people of a similar age do you support?
Support: Disability Rights UK, 0330 995 0400. Getting a care needs assessment from Kensington and Chelsea.
Care for adults under 65 around Kensington and Chelsea
| Place | How far | Agencies | Rated Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington and Chelsea | – | 10 | 8 |
| Chelsea | 0.9 mi | 29 | 18 |
| Hammersmith and Fulham | 1.6 mi | 35 | 24 |
| Westminster | 2.2 mi | 21 | 9 |
| St John's Wood | 2.7 mi | 50 | 30 |
| Wandsworth | 2.8 mi | 35 | 23 |
| Camden | 3.4 mi | 38 | 21 |
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Savings under £23,250? The London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea may help with the cost, and its care needs assessment is free for everyone.
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- The best-rated services near you, from the CQC register
Questions families ask about care for adults under 65 in Kensington and Chelsea
Who offers care for adults under 65 at home in Kensington and Chelsea?
Of the 15 CQC-registered agencies that are based in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea, 10 list care for adults under 65 as a specialism (Oct 2026). Among the highest rated are Helping Hands Kensington & Chelsea, Equal People Mencap and Hope Care Agency.
How are home care agencies in Kensington and Chelsea rated by CQC?
CQC has rated 9. Of those, 8 (89%) are Good or Outstanding, and 1 is rated Requires improvement or Inadequate. 1 has not been rated yet, which is common for newly registered services.
How much should I expect to pay for home care in Kensington and Chelsea?
Typical prices in London in 2026: visiting care £30–£40 an hour; sleeping night £190–£230; waking night £240–£320; live-in care £1,300–£1,800 a week. Homecare Association figure for 2026/27: a sustainable council rate for home care in England starts at £34.42 an hour. See our full cost guide.
Can the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea help pay for home care?
Two sources of help: Attendance Allowance, which ignores savings and is for people over State Pension age, and the council. By law (Care Act 2014) the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea must assess care needs at no charge for people who look as if they need support; if savings and investments are under £23,250, it may pay a share once your finances are assessed, depending on income. With care at home, the house itself is not included. How to reach the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
How can I pick between agencies in Kensington and Chelsea?
Check how recent each CQC report is first: 5 of the 10 on this page were inspected or rated in the past two years, and 4 have an older report. Next ask three things: will staff be consistent, what happens about missed visits, and what is the full price? See the checklist.
What about care for adults under 65 in towns near Kensington and Chelsea?
Kensington and Chelsea has 10, with 8 rated Good or Outstanding. Nearby: Chelsea (0.9 miles): 29, 18 rated Good or Outstanding; Hammersmith and Fulham (1.6 miles): 35, 24 rated Good or Outstanding; Westminster (2.2 miles): 21, 9 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Other towns near Kensington and Chelsea
- Care for adults under 65 in Chelsea 0.9 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Hammersmith and Fulham 1.6 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Westminster 2.2 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in St John's Wood 2.7 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Wandsworth 2.8 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Camden 3.4 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in Lambeth 3.8 mi
- Care for adults under 65 in City of London 4.4 mi
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Data: CQC register, Oct 2026, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. We are an independent directory and do not provide care.