ZenMove Data
UK Moving Stats + ZenMove Insights
A quick snapshot of moving trends + recent ZenMove quote activity.
Showing: Last 7 days
Quote requests
150
Total in selected range
Completed bookings
11
Estimated from partner confirmations
Avg. quote
£1,422.70
Typical removals estimate
Conversion rate
9.34%
Quote → booked
Quote Requests Trend (Last 7 Days)
Top Routes
London → Manchester
54
Birmingham → London
28
Leeds → London
18
Bristol → London
19
Glasgow → Edinburgh
28
Cardiff → Bristol
10
Avg. estimated volume: 606 cu ft
Estimated lead cost: £12.22
Estimated lead cost: £12.22
Top Origin Nations
Recent Quote Requests
| Date | From | To | Volume (cu ft) | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6 | Edinburgh | Manchester | 1,551 | £1,849.02 |
| Aug 6 | Birmingham | Nottingham | 1,579 | £1,719.99 |
| Aug 8 | Cardiff | Edinburgh | 525 | £1,074.53 |
| Aug 9 | Edinburgh | Nottingham | 485 | £404.79 |
| Aug 6 | London | Manchester | 1,241 | £566.24 |
| Aug 5 | Birmingham | Glasgow | 700 | £617.92 |
| Aug 8 | Cardiff | Nottingham | 1,449 | £1,796.58 |
| Aug 8 | Liverpool | London | 1,192 | £1,030.11 |
| Aug 4 | Bristol | Cardiff | 795 | £764.98 |
| Aug 6 | Bristol | London | 625 | £1,098.69 |
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
- 695,278 households upsized for more space
- 756,122 moved closer to work or family
- 455,406 bought a home / became first-time buyers
The Bad: Cost pressure
- 375,204 moved to reduce housing costs
- Rent rose at renewal by 11.00%
- Mortgage payments increased by 16.00%
The Ugly: Forced or urgent moves
- 168,113 faced unexpected landlord changes
- 109,411 had to leave due to tenancy ending / eviction risk
- 23,777 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.