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True Cost of Moving House 2023

Looking to move home but unsure about exactly how much it will cost you in 2023? Don’t worry, we will break down the key variables, costs, and considerations. 

We will also share with you how to save money when moving house by hiring a luton removal van instead of paying over the odds for a removal company.

Looking to move home but unsure about exactly how much it will cost you in 2023? Don’t worry, we will break down the key variables, costs, and considerations. 

We will also share with you how to save money when moving house by hiring a luton removal van instead of paying over the odds for a removal company.

The Average Cost Of Moving House UK

What is the average cost of moving house? The average cost of moving home according to (comparemymove, 2022) is £10,683.99. The average cost of moving home according to (slothmove, 2022) worked out at £12,593. We believe these estimates to be within the ballpark of the total average cost of moving home UK.

These estimates of the average cost of moving house UK consider all the costs involved with buying and selling a house and everything in-between. It is also estimated on average that the total cost of buying a house is around £3,838 and the total cost of selling a house is £8,755 within the UK.

What Are The Costs Of Moving House UK?

Moving home can be more costly than it may seem initially due to the many individual factors and variables that contribute to the overall total moving house cost. Here are some of the key costs of moving house that you need to consider.

  • Price of house you’re buying & selling.
  • How long your house is on the market 
  • Size of your house / number of bedrooms (buying and selling)
  • Distance to move items (miles)
  • Stamp duty, deposits, valuation fees, surveyor’s fees, legal fees, transfer fees, and estate agent fees. 

It is due to these many variables that the cost of moving house can creep up way past your initial expectations. To break down these costs further we can look at some of the average costs involved for buying and selling a property at the average UK house price of £277,000, (slothmove, 2022).

  • Stamp duty: £1,350
  • Property Surveyors: £500
  • Conveyancing (buying): £2,339
  • Valuation Fee: £227
  • Estate Agents: £3,268
  • Conveyancing (selling): £1,690
  • EPC (energy performance certificate): £85

How Much Does It Cost For A Removal Company?

One of the additional costs that can often be forgotten is for a removal company to transport your household items to your new property from your current property. According to (Zoopla, 2022) you are looking at £420 for a 1-bedroom flat to £1,800 for a 4-bedroom house when hiring a removal company.

The average estimated costs for removals by (comparemymove, 2022) came out at £1,181 and the estimated costs for a removal company were £948 by (slothmove, 2022). Due to inflation and the increase in transportation costs such as fuel we can expect that these prices are likely to increase over 2023. 

If you are looking on how to save money when moving house, an alternative option to hiring a removal company is to hire a luton removal van. You can hire a luton removal van for as low as £135 for the day, which will save you from all the removal costs associated with a removal company.

Removal companies will charge you premiums based on the size of your house, number of trips back and forth, total time taken, volume of items, distance travelled, ease of access, packaging of items and special care costs that can be mandatory. Therefore, it can add up to around £800 for a 3-bedroom house when only moving 15 miles.

Cost Of Moving House Calculator

If you’re looking to get an overall estimate of the total cost when moving home, you can check out the true cost of moving house calculator, which factors in all aspects of the moving process from selling to buying and everything in-between. 

The moving cost calculator will give you an estimate based on your exact circumstance. A cost of moving house calculator can be a helpful tool in your financial planning process and will allow you to have more realistic expectations about the cost of moving house.

Looking For Luton Removal Van Hire?

If you are looking for a luton removal van hire to save money on your overall moving costs, at hirefleet we not only offer great prices but truly provide a first-class service.

If you require a sat nav, sack trolley, dash cam or ratchet straps, just simply add them to your booking, we will always ensure your rental is ready right when you need it. 

To book your luton removal van hire please select the appropriate pickup date range, then set the pickup and drop-off time alongside any additional features that you may require.

We also are conveniently located to serve Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Nottinghamshire.

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