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The most popular areas people are moving to in London right now

Street view of Hackney Central, one of the popular areas London offers, with a blue railway bridge overhead, cars on the road, pedestrians strolling, and shops like the Railway Tavern on the corner. Bright, sunny weather. The most popular areas people are moving to in London right now
Author Avatar Mat Stuckey
19 May 2026
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London's property market is shifting. Buyers and renters are making more calculated decisions than they were a few years ago, driven by affordability, transport access, and a clearer sense of what they want from where they live. The areas attracting the most interest right now reflect that thinking. Walthamstow Walthamstow has been one of the most talked-about areas in London for the past couple of years, and the numbers back it up. The Sunday Times named it the best neighbourhood to live in London for 2025, citing its independent shops, strong community feel, handsome Victorian housing stock, and access to…

What’s the difference between a removals company and a man and van?

Five men pose in front of a Happy2Move removals truck parked on a gravel driveway, with houses and trees in the background on a sunny day, showcasing the team's dedication to their jobs. What’s the difference between a removals company and a man and van?
Author Avatar Mat Stuckey
19 May 2026
2 Min. To Read

It's a question worth answering properly, because the wrong choice can cost you more than just money. Here's what each service actually involves, and how to know which one your move needs. What a man and van service is A man and van is one driver with a van. They'll help you load, drive, and unload. That's the core of it. Some operators offer an extra pair of hands if you ask, and some will have basic packing materials in the van, but the service is fundamentally about transport. It suits a specific type of move well: a studio or…

Which London boroughs are hardest to move in and out of?

A painted railway bridge with large yellow letters reading "Camden Lock" spans a busy street in one of the hardest to move London boroughs, with pedestrians, cars, and shops visible beneath a cloudy sky. Which London boroughs are hardest to move in and out of?
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
12 May 2026
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Moving in London is rarely straightforward. Depending on where you are, the logistics can range from mildly awkward to genuinely complex. Narrow streets, strict parking enforcement, controlled zones, congestion charges, and buildings that were never designed with moving in mind all play a part. Some boroughs are significantly harder to work in than others. After hundreds of moves across the capital, we've built up a clear picture of where the challenges tend to be, and what it takes to handle them properly. The main things that make a borough difficult It's rarely just one thing. It's usually a combination of:…

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Removals and Storage Solutions: Our Top Tips for a Hassle-free Move

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
01 Apr 2020
2 Min. To Read

When moving house, it can seem like everything is up in the air. You have your possessions in boxes, you never quite know where anything is, and you’re sometimes even living between two locations for a while. It’s said that moving house is one of the most stressful times of anyone’s life - so it’s no wonder you’re here looking for tips on how to make the whole experience a little easier. Because of this, it’s important to have a system in place, and to know that you’ve got a process to make your move as seamless and successful as…

hiring a removal van with Happy2Move Hiring a Removal Van – What You Need to Know

Hiring a Removal Van – What You Need to Know

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
20 Feb 2020
3 Min. To Read

Moving home and hiring a removal van can be stressful and there are a lot of things to organise. From boxing up your possessions to transporting everything to the new place, every stage of your move needs to be planned with precision. Timing is key, particularly if you have a contract deadline or you’re working towards a completion date on a property. So you’ll want to make sure the removals process is as seamless and stress-free as possible. Hiring a van is an easy way to get things from A to B, but where do you start in finding the…

Choosing a removal company 5 Steps to Choosing a Removal Company

5 Steps to Choosing a Removal Company

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
18 Feb 2020
2 Min. To Read

The paperwork is signed - the move is on! In the short time you have remaining, many things need to be organised, like finding a removal company. Take a quick look on the web, and you will see many removal companies, from larger national chains to local, independent carriers. All of them offer very similar services but how do you choose the right one? Here are the five steps to getting the right company, at the right price… Step 1 - Find Potential Movers You can do this by; Searching online for local home moving companies in your area Asking…

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