The Complete UK Business Guide

Office relocation costs in the UK vary based on four main factors: the volume of items, the distance between buildings, the floor levels involved, and we handle packing services.

Here is a realistic breakdown to help you budget.

Small office moves (up to 10 workstations, same city) typically cost between £800 and £2,500.

This usually covers a crew of two or three and a single vehicle for a half-day or full-day job.

Medium office relocations (10 to 50 workstations) generally run from £2,500 to £8,000.

At this scale you will likely need two vehicles, a larger crew, and at least one full working day. Packing services add roughly £300 to £600 depending on the volume of consumables used.

Large commercial moves (50-plus workstations or multi-floor relocations) start at £8,000 and can reach £25,000 or more for complex projects with phased delivery, weekend working, or specialist IT decommissioning.

Storage between moves is charged separately, typically at £50 to £150 per week for a standard container unit.

All Giant Van quotes are fixed price with no hidden charges for stairs, waiting time, or basic furniture dismantling.

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UK office relocations come with several legal and practical considerations that businesses often overlook until the last minute.

Being aware of these in advance prevents delays and extra costs.

Parking suspensions are required whenever you need to hold a loading bay or kerbside space outside your building.

You must apply to your local council at least five to ten working days in advance. In London, applications go to the relevant London borough, and fees typically range from £60 to £200 per bay per day. Giant Van can apply on your behalf when the move is booked early enough.

Lease obligations at the departing premises may require you to restore the space to its original condition.

Check your lease for dilapidations clauses before the move so you know what fixtures and fittings need to stay or be reinstated.

Health and safety law under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 places a duty on employers to reduce manual handling risks.

A reputable removal company has its own risk assessments in place, but you remain responsible for your own staff if they assist with the move. It is almost always better to let the professional crew handle all lifting.

Data protection: under UK GDPR, physical records containing personal data must be kept secure during transit.

Use sealed, locked transit crates for any personnel files, financial documents, or client records, and maintain a chain of custody log.

Business rates: notify your local council of your change of address as soon as contracts are exchanged to avoid paying rates on both premises simultaneously.