FAQs About Moving to Lewisham
Through our unique removals data, we discovered that the average cost of a removal company in Lewisham is £810. We also found that the summer months are by far the most popular time for people to move in the area, with August specifically on top.
The average property price in Lewisham is £502,137. For people who are renting in the area, you can expect to pay approximately £1,416 pcm. Rest assured, our network of trusted and professional removal companies are here to help no matter what the requirements.
How Much Are House Removal Costs In Lewisham?
By using our unique data, our team have worked tirelessly to bring you the most insightful and accurate information to help with your move to Lewisham. When looking at our South London removals data from 2020, we discovered that the average removal cost in Lewisham is £810. However, true prices will vary as the overall cost will depend on a variety of factors such as the distance to be travelled, the size of the property and the specific removals firm you choose.
As an example of how much prices can fluctuate in an area, we also found that the highest costing removal in Lewisham 2020 was priced at £1,096, whilst the lowest was £525. It would be wise to keep your budget as flexible and realistic as possible to account for any and all factors that could increase your costs.
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What is The Best Time of Year To Move in Lewisham?
The best time of the year to move in Lewisham was August according to our data, with 11.68% of all moves taking place in this specific summer month throughout 2020. June and July followed closely behind appearing in the top 3 most popular months, with a combined 20% of movers preferring these warmer months. This isn't surprising as many movers across the UK prefer a summer move as the brighter days and clear weather often creates the perfect conditions.
In contrast, January was the least favourite month for Lewisham movers with just 6.21% of moves taking place in 2020. February and December both saw only 6.39% of moves, making winter the most unpopular season for a house move in the area. With dark and cold days, we can see why people prefer moving house in the summer.
The darker winter days, the threat of snow and the freezing temperatures will often make for a much more stressful and delayed process, especially if you decide to move near Christmas. However, its lack of popularity could mean a winter move would see less competition, allowing you to choose your perfect time slot. Our removal partners work hard throughout the year, come rain or shine, and can tailor their moving plan to suit your personal requirements.
What is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In Lewisham?
We have studied our own unique data from 2020 to reveal the most popular day of the week when moving house in Lewisham. Our research found that Friday was the favoured day to move house in the area, with over 25.02% of all moves happening then. Saturday followed closely behind with over 22.61% of moves taking place during the same year. The weekend was a clear winner according to our data and we can understand why.
Many British movers prefer a weekend move as, for some, it means less time off work and more free time to unpack and settle in. It means less disruption for the family and often results in a much more organised and stress-free relocation. However, each move is different and it completely depends on your personal circumstances.
We also discovered that Sunday was the least popular time to move house, with only 6.12% of moves occurring on Sundays in Lewisham throughout 2020. Again, we can understand the reasoning as the working week begins closing in, increasing the pressure to quickly unpack. Whether you want to move on a Monday or a Thursday, our removal partners can help any day of the week.
Most Popular Locations for Lewisham Movers?
We have explored our 2020 data and discovered the top 4 locations for movers relocating outside of Lewisham. The most popular destinations were Lambeth and Islington, both seeing 8.93% of movers relocating here. With an average house price of £502,137, a number that is still continuing to rise, it's understandable that many homeowners have started looking further afield for their next move.
To help narrow down you're choices, we’ve listed 4 of the most popular locations for our Lewisham movers throughout 2020. We’ve also included some important information on each area, such as the average property price. The locations that appeared in our top 4 were Lambeth, Islington, Wandsworth and Southwark. Rest assured, our removal partners can accommodate both local and further distanced moves.
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- Lambeth
Extremely well connected with great transport links to the centre of London, we can see why most of our Lewisham movers are relocating here. A huge 8.93% of movers chose Lambeth as their new district. It has an average property price of £559,587.
- Islington
With property priced well above the national average, Islington’s property prices are set at an average of £650,475. With 8.93% of all Lewisham movers relocating to Islington, the borough is a sought after area to live.
- Wandsworth
Another popular location for our Lewisham movers is Wandsworth with 7.14% choosing this location. The borough is home to some expensive property and has an average house price of £618,056
- Southwark
Finally, Southwark is the fourth most popular location for our Lewisham movers, with 6.55% of all moves going here. The average property price is steep at £550,922, but remains a sought after area.
What Are The Average Property Prices In Lewisham?
Our goal is to help with your research so you can spend more time finding your dream house and less time worrying about locations. That is why we’ve researched some of the best areas to live in Lewisham, listing locations with a variety of property types, prices and amenities.
The South-east London borough of Lewisham isn’t exactly cheap with an average property price of £502,137 according to rightmove. To ensure a fair comparison, we have highlighted locations that are either cheaper or fairly equal to the current average price in Lewisham correct as of February 2021. We’ve included each area's average property price and some important information that could affect your decision.
According to our research, the top 4 destinations were Catford, Ladywell, Hither Green and Brockley. Rest assured, our removal partners are ready and waiting to ensure you have a smooth and seamless experience. Whether you’re staying local or moving out of the borough, they are here to help no matter what the requirements.
- Catford
To the South of Lewisham, you can find Catford which is filled with late Victorian and Edwardian housing. The average property price stands at £454,174 and the neighbourhood has plenty of housing available. Catford has seen major developments over the last few years, with grand plans to transform the neighbourhood even more in the future.
- Ladywell
Popular with the younger generation, Ladywell has an average property price of £473,949. With plenty of green spaces, the small neighbourhood offers a village-like feel with an abundance of shops and restaurants.
- Hither Green
To the South of Lewisham lies Hither Green. With an average property price of £479,462, Hither Green offers plenty of excellent schools as well as large Victorian and Edwardian properties for growing families.
- Brockley
To the West of Lewisham is the district of Brockley. Filled with beautiful Victorian and Edwardian red brick properties, the average house price stands at £586,039 as of February 2021.
What is the Average Rent in Lewisham?
If you’re not ready to buy a house in Lewisham just yet, then you might want to consider renting instead. There’s plenty of housing and apartments available for rent in the borough, and our trusted removal partners are on board to help you through every step of the process. It may also help to research Shared Ownership properties in the area, should you be considering purchasing a home in the future.
To help you decide, we’ve researched some of the best areas in Lewisham that offer a range of renting accommodation. We’ve included 4 specific locations and have listed the average asking rent calculated by Zoopla, as well as the average price for a 1-bedroom flat and a 2-bedroom house.
As a basis for your comparisons, it’s good to know that the average asking rent in Lewisham is £1,416 pcm as of February 2021.
- Bell Green
The average rental price in Bell Green is currently £1,189 pcm, with one-bedroom flats costing £950 pcm and two-bedroom houses costing £1,499 pcm.
- Deptford
The average rental price in Deptford is £1,511 pcm, with one-bedroom flats averaging at £1,159 pcm and two-bedroom houses costing £1,634 pcm.
- Forest Hill
The average rent in Forest Hill is £1,469, with one-bedroom flats costing £1,095 pcm and two-bedroom houses costing £1,352 pcm.
- Lee
It will cost you £1,345 pcm to rent a property in Lee, with one-bedroom flats costing £943pcm and two-bedroom houses averaging at £1,475 pcm.
