FAQs About Moving to Cardiff
Compare My Move's aim is to help you with every aspect of the moving process - and so, we've collected all the important data you need to find the perfect area for you. Cardiff is the main base for Welsh media and the most popular destination in the country. The average asking price is currently £256,079 with the most popular month to move being August.
For those looking to rent in Cardiff instead, the average asking rent is £950 pcm. If you're considering making the Welsh capital your home, it's important to note that the average removal cost is £730, with the cheapest price being as low as £604. Simply fill out our easy-to-use online form and you could save up to 70% on the cost of your removal, helping you save money when you need it most.
How Much Are Removal Costs In Cardiff?
Compare My Move's data revealed that the overall average cost of moving house in Cardiff is a fairly affordable £730. Keep in mind that this price will vary and to get an accurate quote, please fill in our comparison form. Your removal quote will depend on a range of other factors like the distance travelled the size of the property and the company you choose to use. Our data has revealed that the cheapest removal in Cardiff could be as low as £604, with the highest average being £856.
The average cost of moving a 3-bedroom house in Cardiff is £1,242. Despite the lower overall average for this city, this is actually slightly more expensive than the average for moving a 3-bedroom house in the whole of the UK. To help save more and stretch your budget further, don't forget to compare removal quotes in advance to save up to 70% on the cost of your removal.
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What is The Best Time of Year To Move in Cardiff?
August is a popular time to move house in Cardiff, with 11.4% of moves taking place then. June and July are the next favourites for Cardiff movers, with 10.5% of house removals happening in the summer months. It's clear why most people prefer to move house in the summer with the warm weather and light nights making for the perfect moving conditions.
The least favourite time of year to move house in Cardiff is during April, with a mere 5% of moves taking place. This is likely due to the pressure of upcoming exams with parents not wanting to add to the stress their children are already feeling at this time. The second least popular month is January, with just 6.1% of people choosing to move during this winter month.
Winter is often the least popular time for movers as the cold weather and the chaos of holidays like Christmas and New Year means a sudden increase in traffic and less natural light to ensure a safe move.
What is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In Cardiff?
The most popular day to move house in Cardiff is a Friday, with 29.2% of moves taking place on this day. Following closely are Saturday and Thursday with 17% and 13.8% of house removals happening on these days. It doesn't come as a surprise that many people prefer to move house on the latter half of the week, meaning they get a few days to settle in and unpack over the weekend.
The least popular day to move house among Cardiff movers is a Sunday, with just 5.85% of moves taking place then. Many UK movers favour a Sunday move the least due to closures of estate agents and conveyancer's offices. This means less communication throughout the property chain and an increased chance of delay.
However, our data shows that Sunday is actually the cheapest day to move house and so it could be worth considering this as your moving day if the looming working week doesn't affect the stress of your move. Compare My Move will connect you with verified and professional removal companies to help ensure a smooth and organised removal no matter what the moving day date.
What Are The Top 4 Locations for Cardiff Movers?
Moving out of Cardiff? Our partners can accommodate both local and long-distance removals, no matter what the requirements. The most popular location for Cardiffians to relocate to is London, with 2.90% of movers heading to the Capital of England.
Other popular locations for our Cardiff house removals include Newport, Bridgend and Barry. Whether you're moving down the road or across the country, our dedicated partners will always go the extra mile to ensure a safe and organised move for all our users.
To help with your research, we've included the top 4 destinations for our Cardiff movers and their current average asking price. For comparison, Cardiff's average property price is £256,079.
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- London
Many Compare My Move Cardiff movers relocated to London, with 2.90% of house removals taking place there. With an average property price of £496,269, London may be popular, but it is also expensive, costing almost double the price of Cardiff property.
- Barry
A 30-minute drive from the centre of Cardiff, Barry is situated in the Vale of Glamorgan and offers affordable property, with the average property price currently £192,056. The area offers a number of options for homebuyers, from Victorian properties to newbuild homes. With Barry Island nearby and great transport links to Cardiff, this is an ideal area for both professionals and families.
- Newport
The perfect commuter town for both Cardiff and Bristol, Newport boasts a range of affordable property, with the average house price costing £206,359. The scrapping of the Severn Bridge toll fees has made Newport an increasingly more attractive place to buy property.
- Bridgend
Located near both Swansea and Cardiff, Bridgend’s average property price is considerably cheaper than Cardiff, at £195,565 . The town offers a range of property types to suit a variety of budgets and its town is home to restaurants, bars and shops.
What Are The Average Property Prices In Cardiff?
The average cost of a property in Cardiff has increase by 7% over the last year and is currently at £256,079. Keep in mind that this will vary by the type and size of property you buy and where it is located.
According to Rightmove, the majority of sales in Cardiff during the last year were terraced properties, selling for an average price of £234,698. Semi-detached properties sold for an average of £277,256. Flats in Cardiff are a cheaper option, averaging £154,728.
Below we've put together four of the most affordable places to live in Cardiff to help with your house hunt and we've included the average asking price for each area. Roath is the most expensive on the list with an average propety price of £240,197, with Pentwyn being the cheapest at £178,639.
- Pentwyn
With an average house price lower than Cardiff’s average, Pentwyn offers affordable property with an average sold price of £178,639 over the last year. Located under 4 miles from Cardiff city centre, Pentwyn offers schools, restaurants and bars to suit everyone.
- Trowbridge
Just a short drive from the centre of Cardiff, Trowbridge has an average property price of £192,794. However, the majority of sales in the last year were terraced properties, which have sold for an average of £167,122. Recent plans to transform the East of Cardiff, including Trowbridge, got the go-ahead.
- Fairwater
Voted one of the most desirable areas of Wales to live, Fairwater in the West of Cardiff offers affordable property with an average price of £200,482. The area features one of Cardiff's Welsh language schools, Ysgol Gyfun Cymraeg Plasmawr.
- Roath
With many “very good” and “excellent” rated schools, Roath offers large terraced houses as well as flats. The area is home to many independent shops and a variety of restaurants and bars, making it popular among young professionals and families alike. The average house price in Roath is £240,197, having increased 11% over the past year.
What Is The Average Rent In Cardiff?
Thinking of renting in Wales' capital instead? No worries, we've got you covered! If you're moving in or to Cardiff, we've worked out the average rent in the city along with some of the cheapest areas to rent. For comparison, the current average asking rent for a 1-bedroom flat in the city is £604 pcm. The overall average asking rent is £950 pcm.
Cardiff has a variety of rental properties to offer, from 1-bedroom flats to family homes. Below we've looked at four areas of Cardiff and their average rent costs, to help you decide where to move.
Of the four, Cathays is the most expensive, with an average rental cost of £1060 pcm. The area of Riverside, close to the city centre, is the cheapest, at a more affordable £811 pcm.
- Riverside
Mainly made up of terraced houses, Riverside is an ideal location near the city centre of Cardiff. The average current asking rent is £811 pcm, with 1-bedroom flats costing £569 pcm and 2-bedroom houses averaging at £743 pcm.
- Canton
Home to a variety of independent shops and cafes, Canton is one of the most multicultural areas of Cardiff. With an average current asking rent of £844 pcm, Canton offers affordable rent. 1-bedroom flats average at £631 pcm whilst 2-bedroom houses cost £813 pcm.
- Cardiff Bay
Boasting a wealth of restaurants and bars, Cardiff Bay has an average current asking rent of £881 pcm, with 1-bedroom flats averaging at £699 pcm and 2-bedroom houses costing roughly £936 pcm.
- Cathays
A perfect area for students or young professionals due to the close proximity to the university, the average current asking rent in Cathays is £1,106 pcm, with a 1-bedroom flat costing £603 pcm and a 2-bedroom house averaging at £813 pcm.
