How Much DOES IT COST TO MOVE HOUSE?

No two moves are quite the same. Our house removal cost guide will give you an idea of what your move could cost, while explaining the factors that affect your final quotation and what’s included in a professional Bishop’s Move removal.

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What Should You Expect To Pay For A House Removal?

The cost of moving house in the UK varies depending on the size of your move, the distance you’re travelling, access at each property and the services you need, such as packing or storage.

A move with Bishop’s Move could start from as little as £700 (+VAT). Based on our 2025 pricing, an average 3–4 bedroom fully managed move could cost around £2,300.

The size of your home is a useful starting point, but it doesn’t always reflect how much there is to move. A lightly furnished six-bedroom home moving locally could cost less to move than a heavily furnished four-bedroom property travelling 150 miles.

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House Removal Guide Prices

House removal costs can vary considerably, even between homes of a similar size. Our guide prices include professional packing, boxes and sustainable wrapping materials, giving you a more realistic indication of the cost of a professionally managed move rather than transport alone.

1-2 Bedroom Home

Smaller home, flat or apartment

From £700 + VAT*

3 Bedroom Home

Average family home

From £1,200 + VAT*

4 Bedroom Home

Larger family home

From £1,800 + VAT*

5+ Bedroom Home

Larger or more complex move

From £2,350 + VAT*

Your exact moving costs will vary according to the volume of your actual belongings, distance to your new home, access for vehicles and staff, moving date and any additional services required to facilitate your move.

Bishop’s Move’s quotations include your complimentary in-person or via video moving survey, a dedicated Move Manager, insurance options, utility switch services, packing and unpacking, plus short-term storage if your moving dates do not quite align.

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*Please note the guide prices above are based on Bishop’s Move UK domestic removals completed in 2025. They are intended as an indicative guide, not an accurate quotation – your individual quotation may be higher or lower.

What Affects The Cost Of Your Home Removal

Every move is different. Unlike a simple transport service, a professional house removal is planned around your home, belongings, your individual requirements and availability of moving dates.

Distance

Local, national or long-distance moves all affect the price — and whether your move can be delivered in a single day or needs staging over several.

Volume of belongings

The more you are moving, the more resources and space you will need. That’s why every quote starts with a survey of what you actually have – all those books, the china in that display cabinet and everything in the attic – so the right vehicles and crew are planned from day one

Access

Parking, steps, lifts and narrow roads can have a real impact on time and cost. Where a vehicle can’t get close to the property, extra handling and shuttle runs add to the job – all of which we account for in your tailored quote.

Services Chosen

Your packing choices, storage requirements, insurance and specialist moving services (pianos, antiques, fine art, cleaning) may add to costs – but are planned into your tailored quote

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Distance

Local, national or long-distance moves all affect the price — and whether your move can be delivered in a single day or needs staging over several.
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Volume of belongings

The more you are moving, the more resources and space you will need. That’s why every quote starts with a survey of what you actually have – all those books, the china in that display cabinet and everything in the attic – so the right vehicles and crew are planned from day one
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Access

Parking, steps, lifts and narrow roads can have a real impact on time and cost. Where a vehicle can’t get close to the property, extra handling and shuttle runs add to the job – all of which we account for in your tailored quote.
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Services Chosen

Your packing choices, storage requirements, insurance and specialist moving services (pianos, antiques, fine art, cleaning) may add to costs – but are planned into your tailored quote

Why Homeowners Choose Bishop’s Move

1. No last minute Surprises

Your personalised quote is carefully prepared around your belongings, access, distance and the services you need, not a vague man and van day rate, and no additional unexpected costs.

2. EXPERT PACKING & HANDLING

Experienced, DBS-checked removal teams, specialist equipment and professional packing options help protect your belongings throughout your move.

3. A PROFESSIONALLY PLANNED MOVE

From the initial survey to moving day, we plan the people, vehicles, timings and logistics your move requires.

4. Specialist handling

Antiques, artwork, pianos and other valuable or unusual items can require additional planning, protection and expertise.

5. Peace of Mind

With over 170 years of experience and BAR membership, you can move knowing your belongings are in experienced, professional hands at all times.

Comparing removal quotes? Make sure you’re comparing like for like.

Our guide prices include professional packing, boxes and sustainable wrapping materials, trained removal crews and a dedicated Move Manager throughout – not simply transportation from A to B.

For a fair comparison, we recommend comparing quotes from BAR-approved removal companies. Accreditation via the British Association of Removers also means your payment can be protected by the BAR Advanced Payment Guarantee

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House Removal Cost FAQs

House removal costs vary depending on the volume of belongings you’re moving, the distance travelled, access at each property and the services you require. Bishop’s Move removals start from £700 + VAT, with your final price based on the requirements of your individual move.

Property size can provide a useful guide, but it isn’t necessarily an indication of how much there is to move. As a guide, a 3–4 bedroom home move could cost around £2,300, based on our 2025 pricing. Your move may cost more or less depending on volume, distance, access and the services required.

Our guide prices include professional packing, boxes and sustainable wrapping materials, along with trained removal crews and a dedicated Move Manager. Your individual quotation will clearly set out the services included for your move.

Not all removal quotations include the same level of service. Some may primarily cover man and van transportation services, while others include packing, materials, planning and additional support. When comparing removal quotes, we recommend comparing like for like and obtaining quotations from BAR-approved removal companies offering a similar level of service.

The survey allows us to understand the volume of items you are moving, property access, specialist items and any packing, storage or other requirements. This means we can plan the right crew, vehicles and equipment and provide a quotation based on your actual move rather than a generic estimate.

Yes. Bishop’s Move offers complimentary in-person surveys at your home, or via a secure video link – like a Zoom or WhatsApp video call. Both are with our professionally trained relocation surveyors – the video survey just allows a little more time and date flexibility.

No. You can start planning your move and request a quotation before your moving date is confirmed. An approximate timeframe is useful, and your Moving Consultant can discuss the next steps with you.

The level of packing required can affect your overall removal cost. Bishop’s Move providea professional grade boxes and sustainable wrapping materials as part of your moving service. You can then choose from our range of professional packing services – including protecting fragile items and crating antiques and fine art. All of which will be discussed during your survey.

If you need storage between leaving your current home and moving into your new one, this can be incorporated into your moving plan. Storage costs will depend on the volume of belongings being stored, the length of time required and any collection or redelivery requirements. It is also worth bearing in mind that our managed warehouse storage is quite often cheaper than self-store alternatives.

Reducing the volume you move is one of the simplest ways to potentially reduce removal costs, so decluttering or donating unrequired items to charity before your survey can help. Your Moving Consultant can also discuss your packing requirements, storage needs and moving plans to help you choose the services that are right for you.

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