FAQs About Moving to North Shields
We looked into the house moving process in North Shields to bring you everything you need to know. We found that the average property price is £225,211 and the average rent is £732 pcm.
Friday is the most popular day for moving house and March is the most popular month. We calculated that the average cost of moving is £741.41 based on a 3-bedroom house move.
How Much Are Removal Company Costs In North Shields?
According to our user data, the average cost of moving in the North Shields area is £741.41, based on a 3-bedroom house move. Keep in mind that this is an average and the overall cost of your move will depend on a number of factors.
Our data revealed that a removal company can cost up to £942.57 in North Shields. The lowest cost we found for the area was £496.19. Removal companies base costs on the size of your home, the number of items being moved, the distance between your old property and new house.
The day of the week you move can also influence the cost. Friday can potentially be more expensive as it’s usually the most popular day to move house. Less popular days such as Sunday have been known to be cheaper.
The price of your home move will also depend on whether or not you use additional services, such as professional packing or storage.
What Is The Best Time of Year To Move in North Shields?
We found that the most popular time of year to move house in North Shields is during the month of March. As spring approaches, the days start to get lighter and longer, making this a preferable time to move.
The very start of the year tends to be set aside for recovering from the festive period, but with life back on track, the springtime offers the feeling of a new start.
In contrast, colder months such as November proved to be the least popular time of year to move house among our North Shields movers, accounting for less than 3% of moves.
This could be due to the fact that colder weather and shorter and darker days could potentially impact a move. Furthermore, the end of the year tends to be a busy and expensive time in the run-up to the holidays.
What Is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In North Shields?
Our data found that like most of the UK, Friday was the most popular day to move house among our North Shields users. Over 32% of our users moved on a Friday.
Those who work a regular Monday to Friday job or have children may favour a Friday or weekend move as it means less disruption to work and school. Moving at the end of the working week also means you have the weekend to unpack and settle into your new home.
In contrast, Sunday was the least popular day to move house, with 3% of moves taking place. Moving on a Sunday often means less time to unpack, settle in and prepare for the week ahead. Furthermore, many estate agents and solicitors will be closed, meaning if you have any concerns on moving day, you likely won’t be able to get hold of anyone until the following morning.
What Are The Top Locations for North Shields Movers?
North Shields has plenty to offer but if you’re looking to leave the area, we can help you to find a removal firm that can move you to your new home. We work with the best local removal firms, connecting you with trusted companies that meet your removal needs.
Below we’ve revealed the most popular locations for residents of North Shields to move to, according to our user data. Some are nearby, some are a little further away and we’ve included a combination of cities and towns.
We’ve reviewed the top four locations among our users and their average house prices, allowing you to budget accordingly. These include Whitley Bay, Blyth, Wallsend and Newcastle Upon Tyne.
Whitley Bay proved to be the most popular location, with over 20% of our users moving our of North Shields relocating to the area. It is also the most expensive area of the four. The cheapest are was Blyth, with an average property price of £139,011.
- Whitley Bay
Both the most popular and the most expensive area for our North Shields users to move to, Whitley Bay had an overall average price of £286,509 over the last year. The majority of sales in the area during the last year were for semi-detached properties, selling for an average price of £312,888.
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle Upon Tyne was both the second favourite and second most expensive, with an average property price of £230,923. House prices here were up 9% on 2019. A major hub during the Industrial Revolution, Newcastle still draws in people from all over the UK.
- Wallsend
The historical town of Wallsend had an overall average price of £147,644 over the last year. The majority of property sales in this part of the country during the last year were semi-detached homes, selling for an average price of £152,597.
- Blyth
The town of Blyth is the cheapest area on our list, with an overall average price of £139,011. The majority of sales in the past year were for semi-detached properties, which sold for £132,913 on average, up 10% on 2019 prices.
