ZenMove Data
UK Moving Stats + ZenMove Insights
A quick snapshot of moving trends + recent ZenMove quote activity.
Showing: Last 7 days
Quote requests
128
Total in selected range
Completed bookings
13
Estimated from partner confirmations
Avg. quote
£1,395.37
Typical removals estimate
Conversion rate
9.11%
Quote → booked
Quote Requests Trend (Last 7 Days)
Top Routes
London → Manchester
55
Birmingham → London
46
Leeds → London
9
Bristol → London
32
Glasgow → Edinburgh
30
Cardiff → Bristol
10
Avg. estimated volume: 793 cu ft
Estimated lead cost: £11.17
Estimated lead cost: £11.17
Top Origin Nations
Recent Quote Requests
| Date | From | To | Volume (cu ft) | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13 | Cardiff | Birmingham | 931 | £1,345.62 |
| May 17 | Bristol | Leeds | 394 | £1,736.57 |
| May 12 | Sheffield | Newcastle | 493 | £1,622.31 |
| May 18 | Glasgow | Glasgow | 1,231 | £735.49 |
| May 18 | Manchester | Birmingham | 761 | £1,565.16 |
| May 13 | Glasgow | Nottingham | 549 | £678.01 |
| May 13 | Liverpool | Cardiff | 335 | £1,050.58 |
| May 18 | Bristol | Nottingham | 1,447 | £2,147.54 |
| May 13 | London | Bristol | 1,508 | £870.07 |
| May 15 | Manchester | Newcastle | 668 | £2,062.66 |
Tip: UK removals quotes often swing based on access (floors/lifts), parking distance, and packing help.
United Kingdom
Moving Snapshot
A high-level view of common reasons people move — and the pressures that can shape decisions.
Moving is rarely “just logistics”. It’s usually a mix of timing, cost, and life changes. Below is a simple snapshot of common move drivers and pressures.
The Good: Positive moves
- 603,413 households upsized for more space
- 384,522 moved closer to work or family
- 415,975 bought a home / became first-time buyers
The Bad: Cost pressure
- 305,233 moved to reduce housing costs
- Rent rose at renewal by 7.00%
- Mortgage payments increased by 16.00%
The Ugly: Forced or urgent moves
- 143,719 faced unexpected landlord changes
- 77,695 had to leave due to tenancy ending / eviction risk
- 15,373 moved urgently due to damage (e.g., leaks/flood)
What this means for planning a UK move
- Get quotes early — peak times (end-of-month, weekends) fill up.
- Know your access details: parking distance, stairs, lifts, narrow roads.
- If you’re exchanging/completing on a property, confirm key collection times in advance.