FAQs About Moving to Wigan
According to our unique data, the average cost of a removal company in Wigan is £163,435 with both July and August being the most popular months to move house.
As of November 2021, the average property price in Wigan is £163,435 whilst the average asking rent is £603 pcm.
How Much Are House Removal Costs In Wigan?
Our team analysed our unique data and calculated that the average removal company cost in Wigan is £566. It was also reported that the highest price paid by users in the area was £610, whilst the lowest was only £461.
Keep in mind that the cost of your removal will vary depending on a variety of factors such as the distance you’re travelling, the volume of items being moved and whether you require additional services. You may be faced with added costs should the removal company face any obstacles during the move, so it’s vital you check their company policies before booking.
What Is The Best Time of Year To Move In Wigan?
July and August were found to be the most popular months to move house in Wigan, with both locations seeing 10.96% of removals. It’s clear that summer is the favoured season amongst movers in Wigan but it’s also popular across the UK. With brighter days and warmer weather, the summer months often create the perfect moving conditions. With the school holidays in full swing, it also means that families moving house have the opportunity to complete the process without disrupting their children’s education. July and August, especially, provide families with ample time to pack up and move out.
October proved to be the least popular month to move in Wigan, with only 5.08% of users choosing this date when comparing removal companies. Whilst winter is usually the least favourite time of year, it’s not surprising to see so many movers in Wigan avoid an October house move. With families still settling in to the new school routine set out by the previous month, October can sometimes feel a little too hectic even without the stress of moving.
No matter what time of the year you plan to relocate, our Wigan removal partners are available to help all year round. If you’re looking to beat the competition and find a more quiet period to move house, know that October, April and May were the least popular months in Wigan, meaning there will possibly be less demand for removal companies.
What Is The Best Day Of The Week To Move In Wigan?
We can reveal that Friday is the most popular day to move house in Wigan, with 39.04% of our users choosing this day of the week to relocate. Saturday was another favourite, seeing 16.04% of users, proving that many Wigan movers prefer a weekend house move. This isn’t surprising as the weekend provides people with ample time to unpack and gradually settle in without greatly disrupting the working week. As many workers across the UK try to avoid taking time off work to move house, the weekend is the perfect time to start the process.
A pattern seen across the UK, Sunday proved to be the least popular day to move in Wigan, seeing only 6.15% of removals booked. With conveyancing offices and estate agents often closed on Sundays, it’s not surprising to see such a low percentage of house moves. With vital channels of communication unavailable, a Sunday move can sometimes bring an increased risk of delays for the entire property chain.
Our Wigan removal partners are all fully insured and verified by us so you know you’ll be receiving services from the best in the business. Whether you’re looking for a mid-week or weekend house move, our partners will be patiently waiting to aid you through the process. Save up to 70% on your moving costs today by comparing removal companies in Wigan.
Most Popular Locations for Wigan Movers?
Our unique data discovered that Leigh is the most popular location for movers leaving Wigan, with 6.98% of users choosing this destination. For comparison, we found that the average property price in Wigan is currently £163,435, whilst the average price in Leigh is £159,982, Other popular locations included Skelmersdale, Manchester and St. Helens.
Over the last 12 months, semi-detached houses were the most popular properties amongst Wigan buyers, selling for an average of £159,640 according to rightmove. Terrace properties were also popular, fetching an average of £115,115. The latest average house price for the town is actually 17% up on the 2018 peak of £139,328 and a further 13% up on the figure recorded in 2019.
To help you find the perfect area for you, our team have researched the top 4 locations for our Wigan users. We have included each area’s latest average property price to ensure an accurate comparison.
- Leigh
With 6.98% of users and an average house price of £159,982, Leigh was the most popular location for users moving out of Wigan. The latest average recorded has only increased by 3% since 2019. Terraced houses are the most popular properties for buyers in the area, selling for an average of £111,791 over the last year.
- Skelmersdale
With another affordable average property price of £132,535, Skelmersdale is next on the list, seeing 5.12% of house moves. Once again, terrace houses are the most popular properties in this area, selling for a very affordable average of £91,124. Semi-detached houses were also popular, fetching £134,440, whilst detached homes averaged £238,174.
- Manchester
Manchester is a very popular city amongst movers across the UK. Despite the current average property price increasing by 13% since 2019, approximately 4.65% of our users chose Manchester as their new home. The latest average recorded is £246,976, with semi-detached houses being the most popular properties, fetching £269,151.
- St. Helens
Seeing 3.72% of house moves, St. Helens has an average property price of £143,727. This average has increased by 5% since 2019, with detached properties now averaging £254,345. However, semi-detached houses were crowned the favourite by local buyers, fetching £148,858 over the last year.
