Typical prices for a local move
Published 2026 UK price guides put a local move with a removal company at roughly £300 to £700 for a one bed flat, £500 to £1,200 for two beds, £700 to £1,800 for three beds and £1,500 to £2,500 or more for four beds. These are for moves of up to about 20 to 30 miles.
London and the South East are dearer. One guide puts a three bed move there at about £1,150 to £2,400.
What adds to the price
Distance and the amount you own matter most. Guides put a full packing service at roughly £150 to £600 on top, plus boxes and materials. Taking furniture apart and putting it back together can add £50 to £200, and difficult access such as stairs with no lift or a long walk from the van can add £50 to £250.
Weekends and the end of the month are the busiest times, and one guide says they can cost 10 to 25% more. A midweek move in the middle of the month is often cheaper.
Office and furniture removals
Office moves are usually quoted after a visit or a video call, because they depend on desks, computers and how much can be moved out of hours. For a single sofa, bed or wardrobe, a man and van is often much cheaper than a full removal company.
Comparing quotes
Check whether each quote includes VAT, packing, insurance and the number of people in the team, so you compare like with like. A fixed price for the whole move is easier to compare than an hourly rate.
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Where these prices come from
Published UK price guides, checked in October 2026. Prices vary with the job, so treat them as a rough guide.