FAQs About Moving to Oxford
At Compare My Move, we are committed to bringing you most timely information when it comes to moving house in Oxford. From our own data, we found that the average cost of moving is currently £1,227. The most popular month to move house proved to be July, with the most popular day to move being a Friday.
The current average property price in Oxford is £563,889, with an average monthly rent of £1,668 pcm. Be aware that these prices will vary from location to location. When it comes to your home move, Compare My Move can connect you with the most trustworthy and reputable removal firms in the Oxford area.
How Much Are House Removal Costs In Oxford?
According to our own removals data, the average cost of moving house in Oxford is £1,227. This is higher than the average cost of moving house in the UK which is currently £1,181. However, be aware that this is an average for the area and that the cost of moving will depend on a number of factors including the size and location of the property, the distance between homes and the day of the week.
We found that the highest removal cost in the area is £1,566, with the lowest in the Oxford area being £889. Don’t forget you can save up to 70% on your removal costs by comparing removal companies with us.
What is the Best Time of Year To Move in Oxford?
According to our data, July is the most popular time of year to move among our Oxford users. We found that in many parts of the country, summer months were most popular with home movers, most likely due to the longer, lighter days and better weather conditions. Also the summer months could be more favourable for young families as it would not interrupt the school year. In line with this, June and August tie as the second most popular time of year to move.
The least popular month proved to be January as there were no reported moves in Oxford among our users during this month. This is likely due to the fact that it is the month which follows the festive period, in addition to shorter, darker days and potential for bad weather which could impact or hinder a move.
What is the Best Day Of The Week To Move In Oxford?
The most popular day to move house in Oxford is on a Friday, with 25% of our Oxford users opting to move on this day. It’s likely that this is the most popular day among movers due to the fact that moving on a Friday will have minimal impact on the regular working week. It also allows movers to settle into their new home over the weekend. Saturday is the second most popular day to move house in Oxford, again with the weekend providing a good amount of time to move in and settle into the new property.
Sunday is the least popular day to move house among our Oxford home movers, with just 5% of our users opting to move at the end of the weekend. One factor to consider for Sunday moves is that many estate agents and conveyancing offices are closed on Sundays. This could mean disruptions or delays to your move if there is an issue. Moving on a Sunday could also disrupt the working week and school if children are part of the move.
Most Popular Locations for Oxford Movers
Whether you’re moving in, to or out of Oxford, our reliable removal partners can assist with your home move, accommodating both local and long-distance moves. According to our unique data, the most popular locations for those moving out of Oxford include London, Abingdon, Bicester and Kidlington.
London is by far the most popular location to move to among our Oxford users, with it’s lure of employment opportunities, higher wages and lively city life. Below we’ve looked at each of the locations popular with Oxford movers and the average property prices are in each area. Unsurprisingly, London is the most expensive area on the list, with Bicester having the lowest property prices.
- London
London is easily, and perhaps unsurprisingly, the location with the highest property prices on our list, with an average selling price of £791,292. Sales of flats made up the majority of property purchases over the last year, selling for an average of £614,328. Terraced properties and semi-detached properties sold for over the average for the city, with an average of £932,807 and £1,076,573 respectively.
- Abingdon
A historic market town in Oxfordshire, the average property price in Abingdon is currently £356,452. The area has seen a 4% increase on the previous year and a 5% increase on 2018. The majority of sales in Abingdon, or Abingdon-on-Thames, were semi-detached properties, selling for an average of £345,729.
- Bicester
Known forit’s luxury shopping village, Bicester has an average property price of £338,006, making it the most affordable area on our list. The majority of properties purchased in the area of the last year were detached homes, selling for an average price of £438,404. Semi-detached and terraced homes sold for the more affordable prices of £299, 579 and £284,009 respectively.
- Kidlington
Kidlington is a civil parish in Oxfordshire, 5 miles north of Oxford. This large village has an average property price of £382,347. The area has seen a substantial 20% increase on the previous year. Detached properties sold for an average of £586,105 in the past year, while terraced properties sold for the lower average price of £293,455.
What Are The Average Property Prices In Oxford?
The average price of a property in Oxford is £563,889, up 12% on the previous year. The majority of the property sales in Oxford were for semi-detached properties which had an average selling price of £594,088. Terraced properties sold for less, at an average price of £482,994 and flats were even lower, selling for an average of £337,409.
Existing properties proved to be far more popular among homebuyers in Oxford, with 100 sales of existing properties in January 2021 alone, compared to just 4 sales of new build properties according to the UK House Price Index.
Our team has worked hard to bring you the most up to date information on home removals and buying a residential property in Oxford. Below we’ve listed some of the best areas to live in, including the average property price according to Rightmove, correct as of June 2021.
- Marston
The average property price in the area of Marston is £474,333. Prices here have remained fairly consistent according to Rightmove, with the only notable movement in prices being a 1% drop on 2017 prices. Semi-detached properties made up the majority of sales in this part of Oxford, selling for an average price of £455,986. Detached properties sold for £714,527, while terraced properties sold for an average of £403,083.
- Cutteslowe
The area of Cutteslowe has an average price of £775,534, 7% up on the previous year. Detached properties made up the majority of sales in Cutteslowe, selling for an average of £1,210,847. However semi-detached properties sold for below the overall average, at £729,614 and flats sold for an average of £352,900.
- Jericho
Jericho is an increasingly popular area of Oxford and the most expensive on our list, with an average property price of £1,073,069. This is a 6% increase on the previous year and a 7% increase on 2018. That said, the majority of properties purchased here in the last year were terraced homes, selling for an average of £832,812. Flats sold for far less, at an average of £435,000.
- Kidlington
Kidlington is the most reasonably priced area on our list, with an overall average price of £382,347. The area has seen a considerable 20% increase on prices in the last year. The majority of sales in Kidlington in the last year were for semi-detached properties, selling for an average of £359,065.
What is the Average Rent in Oxford?
For those not currently looking to buy a property, the average rent in Oxford is £1,668 pcm according to property portal Zoopla. One-bedroom flats are well below the overall average, costing £870 pcm in the city. Renters looking for a property with more room, a 2-bedroom house costs an average of £1,676.
Below we’ve listed four areas for those looking to rent a property in Oxford. We have included the average rent cost, the cost of a one-bedroom flat and 2-bedroom house, according to Zoopla. Regardless of whether you are moving to or from a small flat or large house, at Compare My Move we can help you save up to 70% on your removal costs by connecting you with high quality removal companies across Oxford.
- Cutteslowe Park
Cutteslowe is a suburb of North Oxford, with an average property price of £1,968. The area is ideal for families, with Cutteslowe Park nearby, featuring an adventure playground and cafe. The average price for a 2-bedroom house is £2,480 a month. For single professionals or couples looking to rent in the area, the price of a 1-bedroom flat is on average £1,007 a month.
- Summertown
Considered an attractive residential area, with a vibrant shopping centre Summertown is located in North Oxford. For those looking to rent in this area, the overall average is £1,518. One-bedroom flats cost an average of £678pcm, while 2-bedroom houses are available to rent from £1,088 monthly.
- Oxford City Centre
Ther popular Oxford City Centre has an average rent of £1,540 pcm, slightly less than the overall average for Oxford. Famous for its University, the area has a variety of properties to rent. According to Zoopla, one-bedroom flats costing £1,131 pcm and 2-bedroom properties costing £1,472 a month.
- Headington
The average rent in Headington is £1,786, making it the second most expensive area to rent on our list. However, 1-bedroom flats can be rented for a considerably lower price at an average of £794. For those looking for a slightly larger property to rent, 2-bedroom houses cost an average of £1,270 pcm in the area.
