FAQs About Moving to Wandsworth
Here at Compare My Move, our team works hard to gather all the information you need for your house move. The average removal company cost in Wandsworth is currently £810 and the best time of year for a move is August.
The average property price for the area stands at £844,435 and for those looking to rent, the average cost is £2,372 pcm. Our network of trusted removal firms will be able to assist you with your Wandsworth move, regardless of size or distance.
How Much Are House Removal Costs In Wandsworth?
Our data shows that the average cost of a removal company in Wandsworth is £810. Our previous Wandsworth movers saw an average low price of £525 and the highest average price they paid was £1,096.
It’s worth noting that the cost of every house move will be different and will depend on your location, size of move and services required. To ensure you get the best price for your removal company, it's important to compare quotes and find out if the removal company offer deals for certain days of the week.
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What is The Best Time of Year To Move in Wandsworth?
We’ve done the research so you can learn more about your move to Wandsworth. Our data shows that the best time of year to move house in Wandsworth is August, with 12.89% of people opting for this month.
Almost another 12% of moves took place in July, making the summer the most favourite season for a move. Many families decide to book their removals for the summer to time it with the school summer holidays.
There’s no surprise that December was the least popular month for a house move in Wandsworth, with just 4.93% booking their removal company around Christmas time.
Just over 6% of moves took place in November, making winter an unpopular time of year to move. With cold and dark days and the risk of disturbing Christmas plans, it's clear that people much prefer a summer move.
What is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In Wandsworth?
Our Wandsworth movers preferred to book their removal company for a Saturday, with 24.70% opting for a weekend move. A further 23.18% of users chose a Friday for their move, which doesn't come as a surprise. With the extra time off work the weekend offers, it's a no brainer.
Only 7.64% of movers picked a Sunday, making it the least popular day of the week to move house in Wandsworth. With solicitor’s and estate agent’s offices closed on Sundays, people tend to stay away from moving house then to avoid any delays in the chain.
Rest assured, our removal companies can help you move house whenever suits you best.
Most Popular Locations for Wandsworth Movers?
Whether you’re moving in or out of Wandsworth, our trusted and reliable removal companies are here to help. We’ve discovered that the most popular destination for our Wandsworth movers is Lambeth, attracting 8.74% of all moves.
The average house price in Lambeth is more expensive than Wandsworth at £915,049, but many young professionals are attracted to the borough as it boasts the bustling Brixton, Clapham Common and Southbank.
As well as Lambeth, other popular locations included Tower Hamlets, Camden and Westminster. Below we’ve listed the top 4 most popular locations for our Wandsworth movers and included the average house price and some information about the area to help with your house and location hunt.
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- Lambeth
Offering excellent transport and commuting links all around London, Lambeth is one of London’s cultural hubs. It’s the most popular destination for our Wandsworth movers, with 8.74% going there. The average house price stands at £915,049.
- Tower Hamlets
With a slightly more affordable average house price than Wandsworth and Lambeth, Tower Hamlets was another popular location, with 8.25% going there. The average house price for the borough is £560,663.
- Camden
With an average house price of £1,104,393, Camden is an extremely sought after area. Popular amongst young tourists, Camden’s markets attract many visitors to experience the area.
- Westminster
The average house price in Westminster stands at £1,249,600, which is well above the UK national average. As one of our Wandsworth movers’ favourite place, the area attracted 6.31% of moves.
What Are The Average Property Prices In Wandsworth?
In 2021, the average property price in Wandsworth is £844,435. The beginning of 2021 saw a 1.2% yearly increase in house prices in the borough, with September 2020 seeing the highest monthly increase in prices by 3.2%.
Flats are the most popular property types in Wandsworth, making up the majority of sales in the last year and selling for an average price of £577,880. Terraced properties sold for an average of £1,117,708 and semi-detached properties reached £1,672,353.
To help with your house hunt, we've researched 4 areas of Wandsworth for you check out, we’ve listed the average house price and some information about the area, to help with your search. Below are some areas in Wandsworth that offer a variety of property prices to suit different budgets and requirements.
- Balham
Increasingly popular amongst the older generation, Balham offers lovely Victorian and Edwardian homes. The current average house price in Balham is £878,508.
- Battersea
Best known for its iconic landmarks Battersea Power Station, the Battersea Bridge and Battersea Park, Battersea has an average house price of £922,329.
- Putney
Offering great schools, transport links and plenty of green outdoor space, Putney has an average house price of £807,195.
- Tooting
Providing a variety of property types, from new builds, shared ownership and large family homes, Tooting is just 6-miles from Central London. The average house price is £698,740.
What is the Average Rent in Wandsworth?
We’ve researched some of the best areas in Wandsworth that have a varied rental market. It’s important to note that the current average asking rent in Wandsworth stands at £2,372 pcm, with one-bedroom flats costing £1,505 pcm and two-bedroom houses averaging at £2,117 pcm.
We've looked at Earlsfield, Putney Heath, Streatham and Nine Elms to compare rent prices. For example, Streatham offers more affordable rent than the borough's average, with the overall rent in Streatham averaging at £1,434 pcm, compared to £2,372 in Wandsworth.
Below we’ve listed 4 areas to help with your house hunt and included the overall average price, the price for a one-bedroom flat and the price for a two-bedroom house.
- Earlsfield
If you're looking to rent in Earlsfield, expect to pay around £1,740 on average, with one-bedroom flats costing £1,214 pcm and two-bedroom houses averaging at £2,344 pcm.
- Putney Heath
The average overall rent price in Putney Heath is £1,734, with one-bedroom flats costing around £1,252 and £1,887 for two-bedroom houses.
- Streatham
You can expect to pay on average £1,434 for renting in Streatham. If you're looking to rent a one-bedroom flat, it'll cost you £1,072 and £1,581 for a two-bedroom house.
- Nine Elms
Renting in Nine Elms will cost you £2,234 as an overall average, with one-bedroom flats costing about £2,023 and £3,783 for two-bedroom houses.
