FAQs About Moving to Ilford
Compare My Move have done the research and found out everything you need to know about your house move to Ilford. Our research shows that the average removal company cost in this part of east London is £1,479, with October being the most popular month for moves.
Whether you're buying or renting in Ilford, we’ve done the research to help you with your move. The average property price in Ilford is £468,819 as of July 2021 and the average cost of renting £1,298 pcm.
How Much Are Removal Company Costs in Ilford?
According to our unique data, the average cost of moving house in Ilford is £1,479. This is based on the average move for a 3-bedroom house in the area. The cost of moving will largely depend on the size of the property, distance between your old and new home and the company you decide to hire. Remember you can save up to 70% on your removal costs with us.
The cheapest you can expect to pay in Ilford on average is £991, with the most expensive being closer to £1,967.
What is the Best Time of Year to Move in Ilford?
The most popular month to move in Ilford is October, according to our data. Following the summer months, but when temperatures are cooler, this allows for potentially optimum weather conditions for your move. Over 12% of our users opted for the beginning of Autumn for their house move, with 10.16% moving in August and the same amount in November.
By comparison, our research found that in Ilford, no moves took place in January, most likely due to poor weather and the month coming right after what can often be an expensive festive season.
What is the Best Day of the Week to Move to Ilford?
According to our data, the most popular day to move house is on a Friday, with over 31% of our users opting to move on the last day of the working week. For those who work Monday to Friday, moving the day before the weekend provides ample time to unpack and settle in.
In contrast, Sunday proved to be the least popular day to move, most likely as it is the eve to the working week and would not allow much time to complete the moving in process with regard to setting up furniture and putting items away. Additionally, many estate agents and conveyancing offices are closed on Sundays, meaning they would not be available until the following day if there was an issue when moving in.
What are the Top Locations for Ilford Movers?
For those moving out of the area, we’ve looked at the top four locations for Ilford movers. According to our data, Romford proved to be the most popular place to move to from Ilford, with just shy of 15% of our users opting to move here. The area has an average property price of £388,012.
South Ockendon, Hornchuch and Milton Keynes were also popular with our users. Hornchurch was the most expensive, with an average property price of £457,7222, with South Ockendon being the most reasonable with an average price of £292,215.
Below we look at each of these areas, their average property prices and the average cost of renting.
- Romford
The most popular area to move to from Ilford, according to our data, Romford has an average property price of £388,012, which is 6% higher than the previous year. Terraced properties were the most popular types of houses in the area, based on the volume of sales. Renting is also an option in the area, with a two-bedroom house costing on average £1,499 pcm.
- South Ockendon
An ancient parish, the area of South Ockendon has an average property price of £292,215, however the majority of sales over the last year were for terraced properties, selling for an average of £212,334. For those looking to rent in the area, the average monthly cost is £1,350.
- Hornchurch
A suburban town in East London, Hornwhirch has a large residential area. The average property price in this area is £457,722, with semi-detached properties accounting for the majority of sales in the area over the past year, selling for slightly below the average at £454,003. For those looking to rent, expect an average rental cost of £1,388 pcm.
- Milton Keynes
The largest town in Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes has an average property price of £328,191. Detached properties made up the majority of sales in the last year, selling for more than the overall average, at £472,242. Renting a house in Milton Keynes is also an option, with 2-bedroom houses costing an average of £963 pcm.
What Are the Average Property Price in Ilford?
The current average price of a home in Ilford is £468,819 according to Rightmove, correct as of July 2021. This is substantially higher than the average UK house price which is currently £267,00. Due to its proximity to central London, it is unsurprising that the cost of property is so high.
We’ve looked at 4 areas across Ilford to help with your property hunt and included some important information about each area such as the average property price.
Regardless of the cost of your home, we can help you save on your removal costs. We work with verified and trusted removal companies who have carried out hundreds of moves to and from Ilford.
- Cranbrook
This area has seen a considerable 19% increase in sold property prices in the last year, currently at an average of £494,924. The majority of sales in the area of the last year were for terraced properties, selling for an average price of £563,227, with semi-detached properties selling for an average of £669,000.
- Seven Kings
With an average price of £423,841, Seven Kings has seen a 13% increase in property prices in the last year according to Rightmove. Terraced houses made up the majority of sales in the area, selling for an average of £462,670.
- Goodmayes
Goodmayes has seen a 9% increase in property prices, with the average cost of a home currently at £445,980, slightly less than those in Cranbrook. Again, terraced homes made up the majority of the residential property sales in the area, selling for an average price of £467,276.
- Aldborough Hatch
House prices in this part of Ilford have also seen a significant rise, 14% up on the previous year and 17% up on 2018. The average property price is now £475,323 and, as with much of Ilford, the most popular property type purchased were terraced houses, according to RIghtmove.
What is the Average Rent in Ilford?
If you are not currently looking to buy a property, or are looking for some flexibility, there are plenty of rent options across Ilford. The average asking rent in the area is currently £1,293 according to Zoopla, with 1-bedroom flats costing an average of £1,032 pcm. If you are looking for a home in the area with more room and an additional bedroom, 2-bedroom houses are available for an average monthly rental cost of £1,367.
Below we’ve looked at four locations across the Ilford area, including the overall average rental costs, the monthly cost of a one-bedroom flat and for two-bedroom houses.
- Gants Hill
In Gants Hill, a 1 bed-flat will cost on average £1,042 pcm, with two 2-bed houses costing an average of £1,300 pcm. Overall, the average rental cost in this part of Ilford is £1,310 pcm according to property portal Zoopla.
- Redbridge
Redbridge has an average monthly asking rent of £1,347. For those living alone or for couples, a one-bedroom flat costs an average of £1,022 pcm. If you’re looking for a property with more room and an additional bedroom, two-bedroom properties can be rented for an average of £1,340 pcm.
- Manor Park
Manor Park, formerly known as Little Ilford, has an overall average rental cost of £1,533 a month, higher than that of Gants Hull and Redbridge. However, a 1 bedroom flat has an average monthly cost of £958 pcm, with 2-bedroom houses costing an average of £1,450 pcm.
- Loxford
Loxford and the surrounding area have the cheapest overall rent costs on our list, with an average of £1,246 a month according to Zoopla. A one-bedroom flat costs £1,063 pcm on average, with the cost of a 2-bedroom house jumping up over £500 more a month on average, at £1,518.
