FAQs About Moving to Birmingham!
Our dedicated team at Compare My Move work to bring you the best and most timely information about moving to and within Birmingham. From the best time of year to move, to the average house price, we've got the answers. If you're looking to buy a property in the city of Birmingham, the average property price currently stands at £188,248. The average rental price is £838 pcm, but of course these will vary from place to place.
Summer stands out as the most popular time to move, with most house moves taking place in Birmingham in August. The average cost of moving house in the area is currently £1,126.76. When it comes to choosing a reliable removal company, Compare My Move can connect you with the best in the business, ensuring your moving day is as stress-free as possible.
How Much Are House Removal Costs In Birmingham?
Compare My Move's latest research shows the overall average cost of a removal company in Birmingham is £929.45. Our data has shown the lowest removal cost is an average of £675.71 with a high of £1,183.19. For a 3-bedroom house move in Birmingham, the average cost of a removal company stands at £1,126.76.
Compare My Move always recommend comparing house removal quotes for your move in or our of Birmingham. Let us save you time by connecting you with up to 6 verified and trusted removal companies in Birmingham.
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What is The Best Time of Year To Move in Birmingham?
After analysing over 2,900 Birmingham removal quotes, we’ve discovered that the most popular time of year to move is August. Over 10% of Compare My Move’s house removals occurred during this month in Birmingham, which is rather unsurprising due to the warmer weather and longer days making the process run a lot smoother.
The rest of the UK also agrees as August is again the favoured month to move. If you’re thinking about joining the masses and moving during the warmer months, then why not use Compare My Move to save up to 70% off of the cost of your removal. We only work with verified home movers, ensuring that your removal experience is as positive and efficient as possible.
The colder months seem to be the least popular times to move house in Birmingham, as only 6.7% of removals occurred during November and only 6.8% in February. Nobody wants to move house in the rain or snow and so it’s obvious to see why these are the least favoured. However, April is also low on our list, perhaps due to the start of exam season - lower the amount of disruption for your children by moving during the school holidays
What is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In Birmingham?
With a majority of 30.3% of removals occurring during this day, Friday is the most popular day to move house in Birmingham. Not only is traffic a lot calmer, but with both Saturday and Sunday then allowing you to settle into your new home after the physical move, it’s easy to see why this day is favoured above the rest.
Sunday is the least popular day to move house in this area, with only 6% of Compare My Move movers choosing this day as their moving date.
However, if you’re looking to move on a budget and don’t mind unpacking throughout the week, then you may want to consider moving on this day as it also happens to be the cheapest.
Most Popular Locations for Birmingham Movers?
Despite the many benefits of living in Birmingham, many people still look for a place to call home outside of the city. Compare My Move’s removal partners have helped hundreds of movers leave the city, helping them settle into their new homes as swiftly as possible. The most popular location outside of Birmingham is currently Solihull, with 4.2% of removals happening here. Sutton Coldfield, London, Walsall and Tamworth are also popular choices.
With an average property price of £188,248, it’s easy to see why the city is such a popular place to live. However, whether it’s for job opportunities, education or simply a fresh start, many home movers still choose to look elsewhere. There are many reasons for committing to the move and our expert team at Compare My Move is here to get you moving, saving you money along the way.
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Solihull
Just over 7 miles from Birmingham, Solihull is a great commuter town and the most popular destination for those wishing to live outside of the city. The average property price is currently £284,285 making it more expensive than Birmingham, however, this is due to it being one of the most affluent areas of the UK. In 2013, the uSwitch Quality of Life Index crowned it “the best place to live” in the UK, so it’s definitely worth the price!
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Sutton Coldfield
Again, just over 7 miles from the city centre, Sutton Coldfield is another popular location with an average property price of £428,063. With a range of respectable schools, it’s the perfect area for growing families as well as being a great area for those looking to commute.
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London
London is often a popular area for home movers with endless job opportunities, higher salaries and a diverse lifestyle. However, the main drawback is that it’s also one of the most expensive choices with an average property price of £473,171. But the benefits seem to outweigh this, as many still make the move to call England’s capital home.
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Walsall
A beautiful, British market town outside of Birmingham, Walsall is next with an average property price of £165,805. This price is highly appealing for those wishing to leave the expensive city lifestyle, whilst the excellent transport links ensure that it’s even more appealing for those hoping to commute.
What Are The Average Property Prices In Birmingham?
Birmingham property prices have remained rather stagnant throughout 2019, except during May where they decreased by -1.4%. They have since increased and are back on track with an average property price of £188,248.
If you’re looking to commit to the move, don’t forget to use Compare My Move to save up to 70% on your removal cost, saving you money when you need it most. It’s important to only work with the best - our dedicated team hand-pick and verify all of our removal partners to ensure your removal is as smooth and efficient as possible.
To help you with your house hunting, we’ve discovered some of the cheapest areas to live in Birmingham, including their average property price for comparison. Don’t forget to compare removal quotes with Compare My Move to ensure you’re saving as much as possible during the process.
Here are the top 4 areas that offer affordable housing:
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Nechells
Nechells tops the list with a very inexpensive and attractive average property price of £125,750. From cute maisonettes to vintage terraced houses, there’s a variety of properties for sale, all of which is almost certain to be within your budget.
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Castle Vale
With an average property price of £128,023, Castle Vale is another fairly cheap area to add to your list. From Victorian terraced houses to more family-friendly detached houses, there’s a range of property types to choose from, catering to all tastes and families.
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Aston
Most notable for Aston Villa Football Club, Aston is another area to add to your house-hunting list, with an average property price of £140,563. If you’re willing to spend a little more, there are a number of refurbished terraced houses to choose from, otherwise, there are plenty of original terraced houses and semi-detached homes to fit your budget.
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Bordesley Green
Only 2 miles from the city centre, Bordesley Green currently has an average property price of £158,506. Not only is it a perfect area for commuters, but there are also a range of large terraced houses for sale as well as spacious, semi-detached properties if you’re looking for something slightly bigger.
What is the Average Rent in Birmingham?
Whether you're a young professional starting out, a growing family or are looking to retire, Birmingham has something for everyone.
Steeped in history, surrounded by canals and a hub of business and culture, this vast city is an ideal place to call home.
If you're looking to rent in the bustling city of Birmingham, we've researched some of the best and most reasonably priced areas in the city to help you with your search. For comparison, the current average asking rent in Birmingham is £838 pcm.
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Willenhall
Not only is Willenhall a great area for property prices, but it’s also the cheapest area for those looking to rent. The average asking rent is currently £509 pcm, with 1-bedroom flats at a rather affordable price of £422 pcm. If you’re looking for something bigger, 2-bedroom houses have an average asking rent of £560 pcm.
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Aston
Another area making a recurrence is Aston, with an average asking rent of £572 pcm. For those moving alone or wishing to find a smaller property, the average asking rent for 1-bedroom flats is £493 pcm. If you want something more spacious, 2-bedroom houses currently average at £598 pcm.
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Handsworth
When starting your property hunt, don’t forget to add Handsworth onto your list as the current average asking rent is £626 pcm. 1-bedroom flats are seemingly inexpensive with an average asking rent of £467 pcm, whilst 2-bedroom houses aren’t much more at £583 pcm.
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Bordesley Green
Don’t forget to set a budget before your search. If you don’t mind paying a little more than the other areas on the list, then Bordesley Green is a place to consider. The current average asking rent is £659 pcm, with 1-bedroom flats priced at £518 pcm and 2-bedroom houses at £663 pcm.
