HomeOwners Alliance and reallymoving predict that today will be the busiest day of 2026 for moving home, with almost 23,000 households set to relocate across the UK.
Their analysis estimates that 22,904 households will move home today. That is nearly four times the typical daily average of around 6,000 moves.
The two organisations analysed more than 750,000 removal quotes to produce the forecast.
Their research shows that August has ranked as the most popular month for moving home in each of the past 14 years. January and February consistently see the least activity.
Around 2.2 million households move home across the UK each year, according to HomeOwners Alliance.
Friday remains the most popular day to move home, accounting for 29% of all moves. By contrast, Sundays account for just 5%.
The figures highlight the seasonal nature of housing transactions, with late summer continuing to attract high levels of moving activity.
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.”
