Moving in and out of student housing tends to happen on the same few days of the year, so vans book up, streets fill up and everything feels rushed. Planning ahead makes a big difference.
Two weeks before
- Confirm your moving date and access times with your landlord
- Book transport early, since September and June are the busiest
- Start sorting what you’re keeping, selling, donating or binning
One week before
- Pack non-essentials first and label boxes by room
- Take photos of the room’s condition for your deposit
- Arrange to return keys and confirm the checkout process
Moving day
- Keep essentials like chargers, medicines and documents in a bag with you
- Protect mattresses and furniture from rain
- Check every cupboard and drawer before you leave
Don’t forget the parking
Student roads can be tight. Check parking restrictions near both addresses and let your driver know about any permit zones or narrow access.
A small van is usually far cheaper than a full removal crew and is perfect for a single room’s worth of belongings. We help students across Merton, Wimbledon and Kingston with fast, affordable moves.
Need a hand with this?
Our Small Moves & Man With Van service covers exactly this kind of job across South West London.