What Size Van Do I Need for a 1-Bed Flat Move?
A 1-bedroom flat move needs a long-wheelbase (LWB) van, which holds around 13m³ of load space and carries up to 1,100kg. That covers a full bedroom, a lounge suite and a kitchen's worth of boxes and appliances in one trip, with a two-person crew.
Recommended vehicle
Typical crew: 2 crew. Prices start from £48 for a small van and one driver, or from £54/hr — get an exact quote for your move in 60 seconds.
Why we recommend this van
A 1-bed flat adds a separate living room to the studio's single-room load: a sofa and coffee table, a TV unit, a dining set, plus the bedroom and kitchen contents. The LWB van's 13m³ — more than double an SWB van's capacity — is sized for exactly that combination without needing a second trip.
Flats bring their own access factor that houses do not: stairs, lifts, and a walk from the van to the front door. Our crew plans for this before loading starts, and if your building has a lift out of action or a long carry, we account for it in the crew size, not the van size.
What typically fits
- A double bed frame, mattress and bedside tables
- A three-seat sofa and armchair
- A dining table with four chairs
- A full set of kitchen appliances and boxes
- 40 to 50 medium moving boxes
Minimal furniture or a second bedroom used as storage? We may confirm a smaller SWB van, or step up to a Luton van for a heavily furnished 1-bed.
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Step up or down a size: a luton van holds 19m³ and carries ~1,100kg — we confirm which one your job needs from your item list, never a guess.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an LWB van big enough for a 1-bedroom flat?
Yes, for a typical 1-bed flat. Its 13m³ covers a bedroom, a lounge and kitchen contents in one trip. A very heavily furnished flat, or one with a second room full of boxes, may need a Luton van instead — we confirm this from your item list.
Do I need a lift-access survey before booking a flat move?
No survey is required to book. Tell us about stairs, lift access or a long carry distance when you get your quote, and we factor it into the crew and timing rather than changing the van.
What size van do I need to move a 1-bed flat with a balcony full of items?
Balcony furniture (a small table, chairs, planters) usually still fits in the same long-wheelbase van as the rest of a 1-bed flat. Tell us the item list when you quote so we can confirm space in advance.