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EQUITY RELEASE · KENSINGTON

Equity release in
Kensington — specialist advice, built on trust.

Independent, FCA-authorised equity release advice for homeowners across Kensington and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Whether you’re looking to supplement your retirement income, support your family, or simply unlock the value in your home — we’re here to help, at your pace, with zero pressure.

No pressure
No obligation
Treated like family
We cover Kensington & the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

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Whole-of-market

£332m

Tax-free cash released

6,000+

UK homeowners advised

15 yrs

Specialist equity release experience

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LOCAL PROOF

We’ve guided thousands of homeowners across West London — including many right here in Kensington and the surrounding Royal Borough.

"We stayed in our Kensington home and got exactly what we needed. The process was explained so clearly, and we never felt rushed into anything."
Margaret & David, Kensington

Home visits, phone, and video appointments are all available to Kensington residents — whatever works best for you. Loved ones are always welcome to join.

EQUITY RELEASE EXPLAINED

New to equity release? Here's what it means.

Equity release is a way for homeowners aged 55 and over to access the value tied up in their property — as a tax-free lump sum or in flexible drawdown instalments — with no monthly repayments required, and no need to move out. The loan, plus rolled-up interest, is repaid when the plan ends — typically when you pass away or move into long-term care.

There are two main plan types: a lifetime mortgage (the most common, where you retain full ownership) and a home reversion plan (where you sell a share of your property in exchange for a lump sum).

For a full explanation of how both work, read our guide to what is equity release.

WHY ADVICE MATTERS

Why Kensington homeowners choose specialist advice

Kensington sits at the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea — one of the UK’s most valuable property markets. Average detached properties in RBKC regularly exceed £2m–£3m, meaning long-term homeowners here often hold extraordinary levels of equity. That’s a significant financial asset — and one that deserves careful, expert guidance.

Many long-term Kensington homeowners — some who have lived in the borough for 30 or more years — use equity release to help adult children take their first step onto the London property ladder, to supplement retirement income in one of the UK’s most expensive boroughs, or to fund home adaptations so they can continue living in the area they love. These are deeply personal decisions, and getting the right advice makes all the difference.

Our advisers are whole-of-market and FCA-authorised, which means we search every plan from every UK provider to find the right fit for your circumstances — not just the first option that qualifies. When you speak to an independent equity release adviser at Access Equity Release, you’ll never be pushed toward a product that isn’t right for you.

Phone, video, and home visit appointments are available across the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea — at a time that suits you.

THE PROCESS

Four simple steps, zero pressure.

We've guided over 12,400 families through the equity release process — and we'll guide you through every stage, in plain English, with no obligation to proceed.

01

Initial Consultation

A friendly 15-minute chat by phone or video. No jargon, no pressure, no obligation.

02

Tailored Research

Your dedicated adviser scans every plan from every UK provider to find your best match.

03

Transparent Recommendation

We present your options in plain English — including family members if you wish.

04

Funds in Your Account

We manage the entire application. Typical completion within 6–8 weeks.

Before we begin, it's worth understanding what the process involves financially. For a clear breakdown of what you might expect to pay, read our guide to understanding equity release costs.

Typical completion: 6–8 weeks from application to funds in your account.

COVERAGE AREA

Areas we cover across West London

We provide equity release advice to homeowners throughout Kensington and the surrounding areas, including:

Location Icon Holland Park Location Icon Notting Hill Location Icon Chelsea Location Icon South Kensington Location Icon Earls Court Location Icon Fulham Location Icon Hammersmith Location Icon Knightsbridge Location Icon Mayfair Location Icon Westminster Location Icon Shepherd's Bush Location Icon Chiswick

If you’re elsewhere in the capital, explore our full coverage for equity release in London. We also serve homeowners further afield — including those considering equity release in Surrey.

QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Kensington equity release — your questions answered

Yes — we provide fully independent, FCA-authorised equity release advice to homeowners across Kensington and the wider Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Your initial consultation is no-obligation and carries no obligation whatsoever. We offer home visits across RBKC, as well as phone and video appointments — whichever you find most comfortable. Your family members are welcome to join any meeting.

The amount you can release depends on two main factors: your age (or the age of the youngest applicant on a joint plan) and your property’s current market value. As a general rule, older applicants with higher-value properties can access a greater percentage of their equity. Given that Kensington properties frequently sit well above the national average in value, many RBKC homeowners find they can access a substantial sum. To get a clearer picture of what might be available to you, see how much you could release — or simply book a consultation and we’ll walk you through the numbers together.

You don’t need to travel anywhere. We cover the full Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and all surrounding areas, and our advisers are available by phone, video call, or in-person home visit — whichever suits you best. There’s no need to visit an office or arrange transport. We come to you, or we speak at a time that fits around your day.

From your initial consultation through to funds arriving in your account, the process typically takes 6–8 weeks end-to-end. Solicitors and surveyors in London are generally well-experienced with equity release applications, which helps keep things moving. That said, for higher-value properties — which are common across Kensington and RBKC — it’s worth allowing a little extra time for the valuation to be arranged and confirmed. We always recommend starting the process as early as you’re comfortable doing so, so there’s no pressure on timescales.

Start the conversation today — zero pressure.

We’ve helped homeowners across Kensington and the Royal Borough unlock the value in their homes — at their pace, with no obligation. Whenever you’re ready, we’re here.

No pressure
No obligation
Treated like family