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1-bed from £250 · 3-bed from £510 · 5-bed from £935
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Average UK removal costs
| Property size | Average cost |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | £250 – £400 |
| 2 bedrooms | £380 – £520 |
| 3 bedrooms | £510 – £690 |
| 4 bedrooms | £680 – £920 |
| 5+ bedrooms | £935 – £1,265 |
Based on a local move (under 50 miles) without extra services. Actual prices may vary.
What does it cost to move house in the UK?
The removal van is one part of your moving budget — but a full house move involves several layers of cost. Understanding each one helps you avoid being caught short before exchange.
| Cost type | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Removal company | £250 – £1,600+ |
| Solicitor / conveyancing | £1,000 – £2,500 |
| Stamp duty (SDLT) | £0 – £15,000+ |
| Survey (RICS HomeBuyer) | £350 – £700 |
| Estate agent fee (if selling) | 1–3% of sale price |
| Mortgage arrangement fee | £0 – £2,000 |
Our free calculator covers removal costs only — the cost of moving your belongings from A to B. For stamp duty, use our stamp duty calculator. For a complete budget breakdown including all fees, read our average cost of moving house guide.
The biggest variable is stamp duty. First-time buyers pay no SDLT on properties up to £300,000 (2026 threshold). On a £400,000 home, a second-time buyer pays £10,000 in SDLT alone — so factor this in well before exchange day.
Where our prices come from
Every estimate on this site is built from real UK pricing data: aggregated quotes from removal companies across the country, British Association of Removers (BAR) industry surveys, and ONS and HM Land Registry data on house moves. Prices are reviewed and updated as the market changes — not set once and forgotten.
The site is run by Alexander Bruce, who has 14+ years of hands-on experience in the UK removals industry. Every cost guide and price range is produced or reviewed against real jobs, and our methodology explains exactly how the calculator works out your figure.
We're independent: the calculator is free, no signup is required, and while we may earn a commission if you book through a partner link, it never changes the price you pay or the numbers we show. See our affiliate disclosure.
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Moving cost questions, answered
How much does it cost to move house in the UK?+
The average UK house move costs between £250 and £1,265 for a local move, depending on property size. A 1-bed flat costs £250-£400, a 3-bed house £510-£690, and a 5+ bed house £935-£1,265. Long-distance moves cost significantly more.
How long does a house move take?+
A typical local move takes 4-8 hours depending on property size and access. Long-distance moves can take a full day or more. Packing usually takes 1-3 days before the move.
What is included in a removal quote?+
Most removal quotes include loading, transport, and unloading. Packing services, furniture disassembly, storage, and insurance are usually optional extras. Always check what is and isn't included.
When is the cheapest time to move house?+
Mid-week moves (Tuesday-Thursday) in winter months (October-February) are typically 20-30% cheaper. Avoid school holidays, end of month, and bank holiday weekends for the best rates.
Is the MovingCost.co.uk calculator free?+
Yes, our moving cost calculator is completely free to use with no sign-up required. Get an instant estimate in around 2 minutes and compare quotes from trusted UK removal companies.
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