Tomorrow set to be busiest moving day of 2026, as nearly 23,000 households relocate
According to analysis from HomeOwners Alliance and reallymoving, an estimated 22,904 households are forecast to move on the day.
Almost 23,000 households are expected to move home tomorrow, Friday 28th August, making it the busiest moving day of 2026, according to analysis from HomeOwners Alliance and reallymoving.
An estimated 22,904 households are forecast to move on the day, almost four times the UK daily average of around 6,000 moves.
The analysis of more than 750,000 removal quotes found August has been the most popular month for moving home in each of the past 14 years, closely followed by July.
Friday was the most popular day of the week, accounting for 29% of moves, compared with 5% taking place on a Sunday.
HomeOwners Alliance estimated around 2.2 million household moves take place across the UK each year.
Paula Higgins, chief executive of HomeOwners Alliance, said: “Moving home is stressful enough without competing with nearly 23,000 other households for removal firms, conveyancers and estate agents.
“Anyone moving on Friday 28 August should book early, confirm arrangements across the chain and have a contingency plan in case of delays.
“Where possible, choosing a quieter day earlier in the week could mean less pressure, greater choice and potentially better value.”
Rob Houghton, CEO of reallymoving, added: “Demand for removal firms will be exceptionally high, so preparation is vital.
“Ask your removals company to assess everything you need to move, either in person or through a detailed video survey, to make sure the right-sized vehicle and team are booked for the day.”
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