West London storage
If you’d like to store your belongings for a period of time, we also offer secure storage in West London. Our experienced team will pack your goods and take them away to our local storage facility.
When you need your items back, contact Pickfords storage in West London and our removals team will deliver your goods back to you.
Moving in west London: what you should know
- Parking permits and controlled zones: Most residential streets across Putney, Wimbledon, Fulham, Richmond and Battersea fall within controlled parking zones. A temporary bay suspension is required on moving day in most cases. This typically costs between £20 and £50 per bay and must be arranged through the relevant borough at least two weeks in advance. Your Pickfords move manager will advise on the requirements for both your current and new addresses and can assist with the application.
- ULEZ and the Congestion Charge: The Ultra Low Emission Zone covers most of Greater London, including west London postcodes. The Pickfords fleet is ULEZ-compliant, so there is no additional ULEZ cost passed on to you. The Congestion Charge applies to parts of inner London on weekdays between 7am and 6pm and on weekends between midday and 6pm. Where the charge applies, your move manager will include it in your quote.
- Property access across west London: West London includes a wide range of property types, each with its own access considerations. Riverside developments in Putney and Battersea often require lift bookings and damage deposits arranged in advance. Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Wimbledon and Fulham frequently have narrow front paths and staircases that require careful handling. Period properties in Richmond and Barnes may need specialist equipment for large or heavy items. Our surveyor will assess access conditions at both properties during the home survey and plan accordingly.
Request a free home survey
A Pickfords surveyor will visit your property, in person or by video call, to assess your move and prepare a written quote. There is no obligation to book and no charge for the survey.
Fill out our online quote form or call us free on 0800 019 8556.
Frequently asked questions
Q1. How much does a house move in west London cost?
A local move within west London typically costs between £400 and £700 for a one-bedroom flat, £600 to £1,000 for a two-bedroom home and £800 to £1,400 for a three-bedroom home. West London properties can sit at the higher end of these ranges because of parking permit requirements and the logistical demands of areas such as Putney, Wimbledon and Richmond. The final figure for your move depends on the volume of your belongings, access at both addresses and any services you add such as packing or storage. Source: Pickfords move data 2025.
Q2. Do I need a parking permit for a removal in west London?
Yes, in most west London streets. Controlled parking zones cover most of Putney, Fulham, Wimbledon, Battersea, Richmond and Teddington. A temporary suspension of a resident parking bay typically costs between £20 and £50 per bay and must be booked through the relevant borough two to three weeks in advance. Your Pickfords move manager will confirm the requirements for your specific streets and can guide you through the application.
Q3. How far in advance should I book a removal company in west London?
For a local move within or from west London, booking six to eight weeks in advance is advisable. For long-distance or international moves, eight to twelve weeks is preferable. Fridays, end-of-month dates and the period between May and September book up quickly across popular areas such as Wimbledon, Richmond and Putney, so plan ahead if your dates are fixed.
Q4. Can Pickfords store my belongings if my completion is delayed?
Yes. If your moving-in date does not align with your completion, we can collect your belongings, pack them into secure containers and store them at our facility until your new home is ready. Delivery is arranged at a time that suits you. Storage rental starts from £18 including VAT.
Q5. What is included in a Pickfords home survey?
Your surveyor will assess the full volume of your belongings, check access conditions at both your current and new addresses and note any specialist items such as a piano or large safe. The survey can be carried out in person or by video call, and it is free with no obligation to book.
Q6. Can Pickfords handle specialist items in west London?
Yes. We regularly move pianos, antiques, fine art, wine collections and large safes across west London. Where items cannot be moved through a standard doorway or staircase, we arrange external hoists or crane work. Please mention any specialist items during your survey so we can build the right crew and equipment into your quote.
Q7. Do you cover office and business removals in west London?
Yes. Pickfords provides office and commercial removals across west London, including Battersea, Richmond and Fulham. We work outside standard business hours where required to minimise disruption. Contact our team to discuss your business move and request a tailored quote.
Q8. Which areas of west London do Pickfords cover?
Our west London team covers Battersea, Belgravia, Chelsea, Kensington, Kingston, Knightsbridge, Marylebone, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Queen's Park, South Kensington, St John's Wood, Victoria & Westminster, Wimbledon and surrounding postcodes including SW6, SW11, SW13, SW14, SW15, SW18, SW19, SW20, TW1, TW2, TW9, TW10 and TW11. If your postcode is not listed, contact us directly and we will confirm coverage.
Q9. Can Pickfords move items out of a riverside apartment or a gated development in west London?
Yes. Many west London riverside developments in Putney and Battersea have specific building rules for moving, including lift bookings, approved time windows and refundable damage deposits. Your move manager will contact the building management in advance to confirm the requirements and book any lift slots or access arrangements needed.
Contact your local branch
Pickfords
54 Queen Anne St
Marylebone
London
W1G 8HN
02037 520 293