Quick answer: the average cost to move a 4 bedroom house
In 2026 the typical cost to move a 4 bedroom house in the UK is £950 to £1500 for a local move under 25 miles. A long distance move of around 200 miles usually costs £1750 to £2600. The national midpoint sits close to £1230 for a local job.
These prices assume a weekday move with a full service crew. Insurance and blankets are included. Packing and storage are extra. Figures come from quotes our vetted partners gave in 2025 and 2026 and from national price surveys.
| What you get | Typical figure |
|---|---|
| Local move under 25 miles | £950 to £1500 |
| Long distance move of 200 miles | £1750 to £2600 |
| Typical volume | 1400 to 1900 cubic feet |
| Vehicle | One 18 tonne lorry or two 7.5 tonne lorries |
| Crew size | Four movers |
| Time on the day | 1 to 2 days |
Who usually needs to move a 4 bedroom house
Growing families and people upsizing make up most 4 bed moves. Many have a home office and a guest room and a full garage.
Executive relocations are also common here. Employers often pay for the move. So full packing and storage are more likely to be included.
4 bedroom house removal costs by UK region
Where you live changes the price more than most people expect. Crew wages and fuel differ by region. So do parking rules and congestion charges. London is the dearest place in the country to move. The North East and Wales are usually the cheapest.
| Region | Local move | Long distance |
|---|---|---|
| London | £1220 to £1920 | £2240 to £3330 |
| South East England | £1030 to £1620 | £1890 to £2810 |
| South West England | £930 to £1470 | £1720 to £2550 |
| East of England | £950 to £1500 | £1750 to £2600 |
| West Midlands | £860 to £1350 | £1580 to £2340 |
| East Midlands | £850 to £1340 | £1560 to £2310 |
| North West England | £870 to £1380 | £1610 to £2390 |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | £840 to £1320 | £1540 to £2290 |
| North East England | £810 to £1280 | £1490 to £2210 |
| Wales | £830 to £1310 | £1520 to £2260 |
| Scotland | £880 to £1400 | £1630 to £2420 |
How distance affects the cost to move a 4 bedroom house
Short moves are priced mostly on crew hours. Long moves add fuel and driver time and often an overnight stay. Once a move passes about 200 miles many firms charge for two days even if the unload is quick.
| Distance | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Under 10 miles | £860 to £1350 |
| 10 to 25 miles | £950 to £1500 |
| 25 to 50 miles | £1140 to £1800 |
| 50 to 100 miles | £1380 to £2180 |
| 100 to 200 miles | £1710 to £2700 |
| 200 miles or more | £2190 to £3450 |
What a typical inventory looks like
Your quote is built on volume. This is a fair picture of a 4 bedroom house before you declutter.
- Four beds and bedroom sets
- Home office furniture
- Two or three sofas
- Large dining table and dresser
- Two fridges or a chest freezer
- Gym equipment
- 70 to 100 boxes
- Full garage and shed and loft
What pushes the price up or down
- Large and heavy furniture like dressers and pianos.
- Gym equipment that needs taking apart.
- Two day moves with an overnight lorry.
- Access for an 18 tonne lorry on rural lanes.
- Antiques and art that need special packing.
Extra services and what they cost
| Service | Typical extra cost |
|---|---|
| Full packing service | £310 to £550 |
| Fragile only packing | £120 to £250 |
| Packing materials | £70 to £170 |
| Dismantle and rebuild furniture | £40 to £120 per item set |
| Storage per week | £50 to £110 |
| Piano move | £150 to £450 |
| Council parking bay suspension | £25 to £180 |
| Weekend or bank holiday move | Add 10% to 25% |
Hidden costs people often forget
- Secure overnight parking for a loaded lorry.
- Crew accommodation for long moves.
- Specialist crating for art and antiques.
- Extra insurance for high value items.
- Garden machinery that needs draining of fuel.
How to save money on your 4 bedroom house move
- Get a home survey so the lorry size is right the first time.
- Split the move with some items going to storage.
- Sell bulky furniture that will not suit the new home.
- Move outside school holidays.
- Pack the loft and garage yourself.
- Ask your employer if they pay relocation costs.
Man and van or a full removals crew?
A DIY move of a 4 bed house is very hard. You would need several van hires and many helpers and several days.
A professional four person crew with an 18 tonne lorry is the norm. Many families choose a pack day followed by a move day. It costs more but saves weeks of work.
How long it takes and when to book
- Allow one day for packing and one day for the move.
- Book eight weeks ahead.
- Arrange a survey six weeks out.
- Confirm access for a large lorry at both homes.
How to get an accurate quote
- Ask for a video or home survey. Phone estimates are often wrong by 20% or more.
- Tell the firm about stairs and lifts and parking before they quote.
- Check the quote says fixed price and lists every extra.
- Ask for the insurance cover per item and the total Goods in Transit limit.
- Compare at least three quotes from vetted firms. Prices for the same job often vary by 50%.