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Basildon Removals Company
Are you looking for removals to Basildon?
With over 35 years’ experience and membership of the Bar Association of Removers, GoodMove has the knowhow to carry out just about any move.
GoodMove has an encyclopaedic knowledge of Essex roads and can deliver your possessions with minimum fuss using our extensive fleet of vehicles.
Our central location in Colchester means we are ideally placed to serve all corners of the county of Essex, including the thriving market town of Basildon.
Whether you are moving across the country or just down the road, let us lighten the load.
Contact us today to receive a free no obligation quote or to discuss your requirements. For removals with a personal touch…make it a GoodMove.
Why choose GoodMove for Removals to Basildon?
With over 35 years of experience servicing the removals needs of the people of Essex, GoodMove is the standout choice for removals to Basildon.
Moving with GoodMove couldn’t be simpler. Our experienced and friendly team will be on hand to guide you throughout the process and will tailor your move to your time and budget.
We pack your belongings using a bespoke range of packing materials and deliver them right to your new home using our extensive fleet of vehicles. We can supply the following materials so all your items can be packed suitably and avoid any damage in transit:
- Boxes
- Packing Paper
- Packing Cases
- Book Cartons
- Packing Tape
- Wine dividers
- Acid-free paper (for silverware)
- Portable Wardrobes
- Bubble Wrap
Once we ascertain the volume of effects being moved, we will send you a free no-obligation written quotation. If satisfied, we will then provide you with a full schedule detailing every aspect of your move, ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day.
We also offer a range of flexible storage solutions should you wish to take advantage of them.
Why Move to Basildon?
- Countryside living – surrounded by beautiful rolling Essex hills, Basildon offers a family-oriented lifestyle
- Commuter credentials – This Is Money recently named Basildon the ‘most affordable commuter hotspot’.
- Affordable homes – the average property price is £274,029, well below the average for the county and other significant towns like Chelmsford.
Basildon has joined an illustrious list including the likes of Paris, London, Tuscany, Berlin and Bucharest.
The Essex town featured as the latest destination for the lead character, Villanelle in the smash-hit BBC show Killing Eve as she flees Paris and arrives in none other than… Basildon.
We can’t say we blame her either. Now is an exciting time to be living in Basildon.
The town has positioned itself as the ideal commuter town, just 32 miles east of central London with a 35-minute rail ride to London’s Fenchurch Street.
Property Prices in Basildon
The average property price in Basildon is currently £278,293, as of December 2019, below the average for Essex.
In terms of property types, flats in Basildon sold for an average of £172,189 and terraced houses for £243,209.
The average rental price for properties in Basildon is £1,028pcm with flats costing £832pcm on average
Prices have been static over the past year with little fluctuation on the market. There are around 691 homes on the market within a 1-mile radius of Basildon city centre.
The most expensive properties in the town appear on Noak Hill Road, Stacey Drive and Westley Road, where values start at £790,000.
For more affordable housing, head closer to the town centre in Laindon, where you can pick up a three bedroomed town house for £350,000 or a four bedroomed home for upwards of £460,000.
Schools in Basildon
Local secondary schools include:
Families with young children choosing to live in the town have a good choice of state infant, junior schools and day nurseries.
Essex County Council manages admissions to both primary and secondary schools in Basildon.
One of the most popular primary schools which is inundated with applications is the Phoenix Primary School.
It’s last Ofsted report praised the school’s leadership which it said had “driven forward every aspect of school life with vision, relentless energy and shared values.”
Living & Working in Basildon
Basildon has transformed rapidly in recent years and is fast becoming a major shopping and business hub for the south of Essex.
The town is home to Essex’s number one leisure destination, the Festival Leisure Park. Affectionately known as ‘Bas Vegas’, Essex’s answer to Nevada has recently undergone a revamp to include a string of new restaurants and entertainment facilities.
Despite a reputation as a commuter town, the area is also well placed for business. The town is home to some major employers including Ford Motor Company, DST Systems and a £38million state of the art Costa Coffee roastery.
Eastgate shopping centre is Basildon’s premier shopping destination. It is home to over 100 shops, including high street names like Primark, Debenhams, Superdry, H&M, New Look, Next and Topshop.
The iconic red draped curtains of the Towngate Theatre draw in music and film lovers from across the county with regular shows, productions and tribute acts.
Basildon is ideally located for exploring the Essex countryside. Venture to Wat Tyler Country Park on the Thames Estuary Marshes. Despite its closeness to the capital it is filled with over 120 acres of thorn woodlands. Young ones can roam freely and revel in the adventure play areas, craft units and miniature rails.
Our Coverage
When moving with us, we handle everything from initial survey, to boxing up belongings, to loading and unloading whilst safeguarding your invaluable belongings. By planning your Essex move, this frees you up to get on with the important things when moving home.
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Outstanding customer service, honesty and integrity are the cornerstones of our ethos. That’s why we are proud to be members of the British Association of Removers (BAR), consistently receiving rave customer reviews.
Contact us for a free home moving survey & quote.
Why Choose Us?
Worldwide Coverage
Our experienced team of removals specialists have been relocating customers all over the world since 1984.
100% Satisfaction
With a reputation for outstanding customer service, there's no better choice of removals firm for your next move.
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Our friendly support team are always on hand to offer help and guidance, whenever when you need it.