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Moving Cost Calculator
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How it works
We size removals from bedroom count and distance, add packing if selected, then add tenancy or purchase costs based on the move type.
Worked example
3-bed local move, renting at £1,100/m, 5-week deposit, DIY pack, £150 clean → £900 removals + £1,270 deposit + £1,100 rent + £150 = £3,420.
Who should use this
- •Anyone budgeting for a move
- •First-time buyers tallying the all-in cost
- •Tenants comparing rented properties
Common mistakes
- ×Forgetting first month's rent on top of deposit
- ×Underestimating removals for 4+ bed moves
- ×Missing search/local authority fees in conveyancing
- ×Ignoring overlap costs if move dates don't line up
Frequently asked questions
What's the maximum tenancy deposit?▾
5 weeks' rent in England (or 6 weeks if annual rent is over £50,000). Capped under the Tenant Fees Act 2019.
How much does conveyancing cost?▾
£800–£1,800 plus disbursements (£200–£400). Fixed fees are common.
Are removals worth it vs DIY van hire?▾
For 1-2 bed moves DIY can be 50% cheaper. For 3+ beds, professionals usually win on time and damage risk.