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Letting in Kensington and Chelsea: the rules

Yours, or one you're thinking of buying. England and Wales for now.

What applies to rented homes in Kensington and Chelsea, in one place: the licensing schemes and where they run, planning limits on house shares, typical rents, and how local homes rate on energy. Every figure shows its source and date. For one property, enter its address above.

Last checked: 26 September 2026

Licences

  • Additional licensing - house shares here need a licence from the council, until 31 May 2028.
Read the additional licensing scheme

Anywhere in England, a house share of 5 or more people from more than one household needs a licence from the council - an HMO licence.

Source: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, checked 26 September 2026

Rents

The average rent here is £3,690 a month, up 2.1% on a year before.

  • 1 bedroom: £2,640 a month
  • 2 bedrooms: £3,428 a month
  • 3 bedrooms: £4,074 a month
  • 4 or more bedrooms: £5,650 a month

Source: Office for National Statistics private rents, August 2026 (provisional - it may still be revised)

Energy ratings

51% of local homes with an energy certificate are rated C or better.

Source: Office for National Statistics, energy certificates up to March 2025