Kensington Mortgages Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Looking at 1,405 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers truly appreciate the exceptionally helpful staff who take the necessary time to explain everything clearly, ensuring the entire mortgage application journey runs smoothly and efficiently from beginning to end. Many individuals frequently mention that support teams are remarkably quick to respond, providing reliable guidance and reassurance whenever professional assistance is needed during the process. However, some people mentioned that document processing could occasionally feel slow and quite frustrating for applicants. Some reviewers noted that requests for financial paperwork were repeatedly asked in separate stages rather than gathered all at once, which made things tedious.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been great so far. Always on hand to help whenever you call, was offered a deal to renew and even after taking new deal they sent a letter saying I could get an even better deal if I phone before my n... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient customer service, everything clearly explained. Any contact on the phone has been with courteous staff who have sorted whatever I need to sort out quickly. Re-mortgaging went very smoothly.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Lady i spoke with was exceptionally helpful. She put me at ease, even helped me set up the online portal and went through the user interfaces on the portal explaining where i can send documents to... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Informative advisors and patient. Very thorough with my options and helped me get on the property ladder 4 years ago and now have secured me with a lower interest rate. Faultless service throughout.


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  1. Mortgage Lender

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Kensington is the UK’s leading non-bank specialist mortgage lender; offering a range of residential and buy to let mortgages through a network of mortgage brokers. Our 25 year heritage in specialist mortgages means that we understand better than most that no two people are the same. That’s why we create innovative mortgages with lending criteria that gives us the flexibility to meet the needs of the people the high street doesn’t cater for. We use a combination of data and human insight to look beneath the surface, and unlike mainstream lenders, who all too often rely on what the computer says, we use real people to make our decisions. It’s this ‘’head and heart’’ approach which is the key to what we call the #KensingtonDifference.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No fuss, no hidden agenda just quality!

Straight forward application with no fuss! Quick decision!

12 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Nicholas, we’re delighted that everything was handled efficiently and without unnecessary complication. Thank you for your kind feedback, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with Kensington…

Great experience with Kensington Mortgages — clear communication, helpful guidance, and a smooth process from start to finish. Really appreciated the professional support throughout.

8 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi, we’re so pleased that you felt well supported and informed throughout. Thank you for sharing your experience, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent, fuss-free customer service

Make it extremely easy to manage mortgage account

7 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Julian, it’s great to hear that managing your mortgage has been easy and straightforward. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid! Underwriters lie!

I am sat writing this as a person who is broken to the core following the buying/mortgage process. Kensington mortgages lie to you. I am a multiple business owner who has been discriminated against. I take a 50k salary via paye and my husband is in employment on 45k. If I was in employment we would fly through a mortgage. After jumping through so many hoops doing everything asked and providing everything asked answering back and forth questions on Friday I was told one last thing get another 10k off my dad as a gift and my offer would come today. It was my daughters birthday Friday and completely ruined due to this but I did as the underwriter asked and believed the promise. Today I am told application declined due to one of my company's not being profitable in the accounts and I have to pull out on a chain that has been in process for 3 months. How can you lie so blatantly? Build up peoples hopes! Put them and others through so much! I am going to the press and will share my experience that people would not believe its that wild! I will also be following the ombudsman report process as clearly your underwriters are not fit in their roles when they tell blatant lies.

13 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Laura,
We're very sorry to read your review and to hear how upsetting this experience has been for you and your family. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
We take the concerns you’ve raised seriously. Our Complaints Team is currently reviewing what happened, including the communication shared during the application process. We recognise how important it is that information shared by the teams that support our underwriters is clear, accurate and consistent.
We’re sorry again for the upset caused. A member of our Complaints Team will contact you directly to discuss the next steps.
Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been great so far

Been great so far. Always on hand to help whenever you call, was offered a deal to renew and even after taking new deal they sent a letter saying I could get an even better deal if I phone before my new deal start date, so I did and low and behold saved another nice amount on mortgage payment.

9 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi, we’re delighted that our team helped you secure a better deal before it began. It’s great to know you’ve felt supported whenever you’ve contacted us. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always quick and helpful when ever…

Always quick and helpful when ever there is a query. A friendly and efficient service.
Thank you

4 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Aisha, we’re pleased that our team has been friendly and helpful whenever you’ve needed us. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kept me informed every step of the way…

Kept me informed every step of the way through my application. All relevant information was sent to me when it was supposed to. Can’t fault them at all.

4 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Glen, we’re delighted that you had a good experience and that everything went well. Thank you for your kind words, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always friendly and great service

Always friendly and great service. Fantastic mortgage company.

3 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Jamie, it’s lovely to hear that you're happy with the support from our team. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic from start to…

Absolutely fantastic from start to mortgage offer. Great broker support with a call from the assigned underwriter who helped me with the case so much so that we managed to gain an offer within 4 working days!

4 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Graham, we’re delighted that the support from your assigned underwriter helped secure an offer so quickly. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to working with you again. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very reliable company

Very reliable company. I mostly use online for any transaction and it’s been great. They also respond within minutes to any query. Good company

4 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Mary, we’re pleased that our online service works well for you and that your had a good experience with our team. Thank you for sharing your kind feedback, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good Rating

Seamless way of doing business, as their system is user friendly

9 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Solomon, it’s great to hear that you find our online portal easy to use. Thank you for your feedback, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good company to deal with and…

Very good company to deal with and great communications.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi, we’re pleased that you found us easy to deal with and communication was clear. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience with my…

I had a great experience with my mortgage lender from start to finish. They were professional, helpful, and kept me informed throughout the whole process. They made everything straightforward and were always available to answer my questions. I'm so happy with the service I received and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a mortgage. Thank you for helping me secure my new home!

9 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Afrim, we’re so pleased that you felt supported and informed throughout the process. Thank you for recommending us, and we wish you every happiness in your new home. Kensington.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

at the end i got what i wanted but they…

at the end i got what i wanted but they brought up to many unnecessary things bills that was made to be paid in installment the made me pay it 10 month in advance cleared bills i of 4 years i had to ask why and when and status when it was clearly stated cleared on my report there was many more.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Obiamaka,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased that we were able to help with your remortgage, but we're sorry to hear that parts of the process felt more complicated and frustrating than they should have.
To ensure we fully understand a customer's circumstances and provide the right support, we may sometimes need to request additional information or clarification. However, we appreciate that this can feel repetitive, and we're sorry for any frustration this caused during your application.
Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I hadn't heard of Kensington Mortgages…

I hadn't heard of Kensington Mortgages before my mortgage broker recommended them, but I'm so glad they did.

The mortgage they offered matched exactly what I was looking for, with a competitive fixed rate over a 10-year term. My broker handled the application, and it was accepted in no time.

From there, the process through to exchange and completion was straightforward and largely paperless, with most documents signed digitally. Their solicitors were efficient, professional, and completed everything in around four weeks.

I have no complaints, only gratitude. Kensington Mortgages made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth, straightforward, and hassle-free from start to finish. I would happily recommend them.

8 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Neil, thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted that the product suited your needs and that everyone involved helped make the journey to completion feel straightforward. We really appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best in your new home. Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super service.

Super service.
Excellent criteria to meet customer needs.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi Jennifer, we’re pleased that our criteria helped meet your client’s needs. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to working with you again. Thank you, Kensington.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very satisfied.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Kensington Mortgages

Hi James, we’re delighted that you were happy with the service you received. Thank you, Kensington.

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