FAQs About Moving to Liverpool
Compare My Move have answered all the questions you need to know about your move to Liverpool, whether you're buying or renting. Our research shows that the average property price in Liverpool is £183,978, whilst the average renting price is £832 pcm.
Our own data shows that the average removal company costs for a Liverpool move is £937, with August being the most popular month for a move. Summer is in fact the most popular season for a move, with better weather and lighter days, we can see why.
How Much Are Removal Company Costs In Liverpool?
As the most popular day to move house in Liverpool is a Friday, the average removal company cost is £937. Luckily, this is not the most expensive day, as a Tuesday move would cost an average price of £1,110.
Sunday is the cheapest day to move, averaging at £717 for a removal company. This is a saving of 21% compared to a Friday move. As some removal companies offer discounts on their low demand days, it's worth finding out which day will give you the best deal.
Don't forget to compare Liverpool removal quotes today and you could save up to 70% on the cost of your removal.
What Is The Best Time of Year To Move in Liverpool?
With 13.3% of moves occurring in August, it’s the most popular month to move house in Liverpool. This is unsurprising as many prefer to relocate during the Summer months, with longer days and warmer weather to help make for a smoother move.
This is a popular trend among our UK movers, with August being the most popular month to move across the whole of the UK. Take advantage of the school holidays and abundance of light and move during the summer.
As expected, the dark and dreary winter months of January and December are highly unpopular with Liverpudlian movers, with 6.1% and 6.2% of moves booked. However, the least popular month with only 6%, is April.
April might be avoided by many due to the start of exam season or the amount of spring cleaning needed. You may find a more suitable removal quote and more time slots to choose from if you compare different months for your move.
What Is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In Liverpool?
With 28.1% of Liverpool removals happening on this day, Friday is the most popular day to move house. Saturday is a close second with 17.5%, meaning that many Liverpudlians prefer the extra time the weekend brings to move their household items. With no conflicting schedules or work commitments, the weekend is the most popular time to move with Compare My Move users.
However, with the chaos of working life drawing near, Sunday is the least popular day to move in Liverpool, with only 4.8% of movers choosing a Sunday move. If you feel brave enough to tackle the move before the week begins, then choose a Sunday for your moving date. By comparing quotes for different days for your move, this will help you to find one that suits your budget.
Whatever day you choose for your Liverpool move, our network of trusted removal companies are on hand to help make your move stress-free, any time of the week.
What Are The Top 4 Locations for Liverpool Movers?
Liverpool currently has an average property price of £183,978, making it an attractive area to live, but many people move to get a change of scenery. The most popular destination for a house move outside of Liverpool is London, with Bootle, Wirral and Southport following closely behind.
Unsurprisingly, London has over 2.51% of moves happening here due to the wide variety of job opportunities and higher salaries. Areas like Bootle offer affordable house prices, well below the national UK average and Liverpool's average, so we can see why it's a popular destination.
Below we explore each area in greater detail, listing their average house price as well as some local information to help with your house hunt.
- London
Due to the high potential for employment and the highest salaries in the UK, London is often a popular choice for movers to gravitate towards. However, it’s important to budget for every move so it should be noted that the average property price in England’s capital is currently £798,758, a drastic difference compared to Liverpool.
- Bootle
With a very affordable average property price of £106,123, Bootle is the cheapest area on our list. There are a range of Victorian terraced houses and larger family homes to choose from, making it a very diverse area for property types that can suit all personalities.
- Wirral
Wirral boasts fairly reasonable house prices with an average property price of £213,479. From beautiful villages to seaside locations, there’s much to explore in this family-friendly area. There are also a high number of highly-respected schools and over 15 universities close by to choose from.
- Southport
Another seaside location, Southport is another popular area for home movers, with an average property price of £218,606. There are a variety of excellent schools here, many of which have been branded as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. It’s well connected to both Liverpool and Manchester, making it a haven for those wishing to commute to nearby cities.
How Much Are Average Property Prices In Liverpool?
The start of 2021 saw a 20% yearly increase in house prices in Liverpool, with the average property price being £183,978. As of 2021, terraced properties average at £133,680, detached properties at £302,131 and semi-detached houses cost £187,823.
House prices are currently on the rise so it’s best to take advantage while you can and find the right property to fit within your budget before they’re above your limit. New-builds are currently more expensive than existing properties, with the average price of a new build at £203,052 in December 2020.
Compare My Move have listed a few of the cheapest areas to buy property in Liverpool to help you with your house hunting. We've looked at Anfield, Speke, Kirkdale and Walton to bring you a range of property types and prices as well as some important information on each area.
- Anfield
One of the most affordable suburbs of Liverpool is Anfield, with a current average property price of £86,218. With the famous Anfield Stadium located here, it’s the perfect area for football fans. From large, Victorian terraced houses to modern bungalows, there’s plenty to choose from in this incredibly inexpensive suburb.
- Speke
Only 7.7 miles from the city centre, Speke is second on the list with an average property price of £124,557. It’s a perfect area for growing families with sizeable Tudor houses and luxurious semi-detached homes. The Liverpool John Lennon Airport is situated close by, perfect for those wishing to take advantage of the school holidays.
- Kirkdale
If you’re looking for properties in Kirkdale, you can expect to pay an average of £94,158 per property. It’s an area that contains a variety of Victorian terraced houses to choose from, as well as an abundance of modern flats and large semi-detached homes.
- Walton
With an average property price of £114,968, Walton is next on the list and is a mere 15-minute drive from the city centre. It’s a well-connected area, perfect for those looking to live outside of city life whilst also having a fairly simple commute. From small terraced houses to contemporary semi-detached properties, there’s something for everyone in Walton.
What Is The Average Rent In Liverpool?
If you're thinking of renting in Liverpool and not buying a house just yet, you'll be pleased to know that Compare My Move has done the research for you.
Our research shows that the current average asking rent in Liverpool is £832 pcm, with one-bedroom flats costing £578 pcm and two-bedroom houses averaging at £598 pcm.
It’s important to set yourself a budget before you begin your house hunting research. We've researched 4 affordable areas to help with your search, listing the average rent of one-bedroom flats and two-bedroom houses.
Below we will explore Tuebrook, Stoneycroft, Everton and Anfield in more detail to help prepare you for renting in Liverpool.
- Tuebrook
If you’re looking for cheap areas to rent, then Tuebrook should be first on your list with an average asking rent of £436 pcm. If you’re looking for a small, single room flat, you’re looking at an average asking rent of £397 pcm. However, for those looking for larger properties, the average rent for a 2-bedroom house is currently £498 pcm.
- Stoneycroft
Stoneycroft should be another area to consider, with an average asking rent of £537 pcm. 1-bedroom flats have a very affordable average asking rent of £392 pcm, whilst 2-bedroom houses average at £494 pcm.
- Everton
Previously mentioned in the cheapest areas of Liverpool for property prices, Everton is next with an average asking rent of £485 pcm. For those with growing families, you’ll be looking at an average rent of £545 pcm for a 2-bedroom house, whilst those looking to live alone can expect an average of £400 pcm for a 1-bedroom flat.
- Anfield
Another common favourite for Liverpudlians, Anfield has an average asking rent of £499 pcm, with single bedroom flats averaging at £363 pcm. There’s plenty of property types to choose from here, with larger 2-bedroom homes averaging at an asking rent of £518 pcm.
