In short: Laid Back Removals moves homes in Kensington, W8, from our base in Marylebone. Homes here are mostly mansion blocks, period houses on garden squares and mews houses. Streets are run by Kensington and Chelsea Council, which asks for 10 working days’ notice for a parking suspension.
Removals in Kensington start from £139. See our prices.
Moving a home in Kensington
Mansion blocks
Blocks off Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street, with porters and small lifts. Big items go by the stairs.
Period houses
Large houses on garden squares, many split into flats. Steps to the door and long stairs. We bring the right size team.
Mews houses
Quiet lanes where the van often waits at the entrance. We allow for a longer carry.
Rent in Kensington
Kensington is in Kensington and Chelsea. Average private rents across the borough, September 2026:
Source: Office for National Statistics, Price Index of Private Rents. Rents in Kensington and Chelsea changed by 3.0% over the year. The London average is £2,338.
Parking on moving day in Kensington
Nothing slows a London move down like nowhere to park the van. Streets here are run by Kensington and Chelsea Council. To guarantee space for the van, book a parking suspension:
- Notice: 10 working days for resident bays. Weekends and bank holidays don’t count.
- Cost: £82 per space per day, for 1 to 5 days. A space is a marked bay, or 5 metres where there are no bays.
- How: fill in the council’s application form and email it to the suspensions team. Phone applications aren’t accepted.
- Pay first: the suspension is only granted once it’s paid in full.
Source: Kensington and Chelsea Council, suspension terms and conditions. Checked October 2026.
From the team: Kensington High Street is busy all day and has its own loading rules. We aim for the side streets and early slots.
Living in Kensington
Getting around
- High Street Kensington (Circle, District)
- Notting Hill Gate (Central, Circle, District), to the north
Parks and green space
- Kensington Gardens
- Holland Park
- The gardens of Kensington Palace
Shopping and markets
- Kensington High Street
- Kensington Church Street, for antiques
Culture
- Design Museum
- Kensington Palace
- Leighton House
Journey times from Kensington
The fastest weekday journey from High Street Kensington into London’s main hubs.
| To | Time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Circus | 14 min | Circle line then Victoria line |
| Bank | 24 min | Circle line then Central line |
| King’s Cross | 19 min | Circle line then Victoria line |
| Canary Wharf | 25 min | Circle line then Jubilee line |
Weekday daytime, station to station. Source: TfL Journey Planner, checked October 2026. Times can change with engineering works.
London fact
Queen Victoria was born at Kensington Palace in 1819.
For your move: Kensington homes often hold pieces worth treating like royalty. Every item is wrapped and protected for the journey.
Where to eat after your move in Kensington
Our picks for your first meals in Kensington.
Kensington High Street. Italian food near the park.
Kensington High Street. A small French bistro at the Holland Park end.
Kensington High Street. Big, lively and great for a group.
Derry Street. Bombay café food with a clearly marked vegan menu.
Checked on Google Maps, October 2026. Opening hours change, so check before you go.
Kensington moving questions
Do you offer disassembly and reassembly for big wardrobes and beds?
Yes. Yes, as part of your quote. We keep the fixings bagged and labelled, and reassemble everything in the new home.
Do I need a parking suspension in Kensington?
It often helps, because it guarantees the space. Kensington and Chelsea Council needs 10 working days’ notice. We’ll tell you what your street needs when we quote. Book it with Kensington and Chelsea Council.
Can you move me in Kensington at short notice?
Often, yes, subject to availability. We move any time, day or night, across London. Send your details and write your date and time.