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    Moving with Us in 4 Easy Steps!

    1 Survey

    We feel it is important that you know exactly what your moving costs will be upfront with no nasty surprises.

    Our surveyor will conduct a detailed pre-move survey to ascertain the volume of effects being moved.

    The surveyor will either visit your home or conduct a video survey and note any items you want to transfer.

    There will also be an opportunity to discuss any special requirements or questions you may have.

    2 Quote

    Once the consultation has been carried out, a free no obligation written quotation will follow within 48 hours.

    Our quotation will outline exactly what is covered, as per your instructions and a price.

    If you are not quite at the stage of wanting to receive a home visit you can still take advantage of our Guesstimate tool.

    Just complete the quick estimate form on our website to get an approximate idea of the costs involved.

    3 Packing

    Having been specialists in removals for so long, we can assure you that there is nothing we have not moved before.

    You can rest assured that your personal belongings will be well protected and safe throughout the transportation process.

    When you choose the option of a full packing service, everything will be wrapped, packed and listed on a detailed inventory before being loaded onto the vehicle.

    A copy of the inventory will follow shortly after.

    4 Moving & Storage

    White & Company is also able to provide flexible storage solutions for all your needs.

    Whether that be storage while you have building works carried out on your new home or while you live in rented accommodation for a period of time.

    Whatever your storage needs may be we can help. We offer a range of different sized units with competitive prices, easy access in safe, dry and secure personally dedicated storage containers.

    Moving to Leeds? Get a Quick Quote

    Removals to Leeds

    Are you looking to relocate to Leeds? Moving home is not something we do on a regular basis with there often being a few years between each move.

    As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate there is lots to organise.

    This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removals company is crucial. White & Company are a family owned business with over 145 years’ servicing the Leeds community.

    We offer a tailor made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price. Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.

    Should you require it, White & Company can offer storage of some or all of your effects also. We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.

    We serve many towns around Blackburn. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.

    About White & Company

    White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners.

    This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.

    Through hard work, commitment and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies.

    We have 250 specialist vehicles, full trained and security cleared removals staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.

    Our Mission Statement

    “To continue the traditions founded in 1871 by providing the quality expected by our clients; backed up by superb packing materials, highly trained crews, effective management and a genuine commitment to customer care and the environment.”

    Rest assured you can trust White & Company to take care of your personal effects with care and respect from collection to delivery.

    Why Move to Leeds?

    Situated in the beautiful county of Yorkshire, Leeds, the unofficial capital of the county, has lots to offer. It is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with a young feel, there are as many as 65,000 students living and studying here each year, giving the city has a real buzz.

    Leeds regularly ranks as one of the best places to live in the UK with regards to not only happiness but also cost of living and employment.

    Not only does Leeds play host to a large variety of cultural events and festivals within its city limits, it is also just 15 miles from the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park. The city also has several green spaces of its own such as Roundhay and Golden Acre Parks.

    The area has an extremely rich history, in the 17th and 18th centuries Leeds became a major centre for the production and trading of wool, as well as being a key city in the Industrial Revolution as major mill town producing wool and flax.

    Today, being the fourth largest city in the UK, Leeds is considered the most successful business, financial and legal hub outside of London. Other key industries in the area include; distribution and logistics, IT, communication, public and health sectors and production and manufacturing.

    With nearly £4 billion already invested in large scale development, and a further £7 billion in the pipeline, Leeds is striving to maintain its economic growth.

    Its diverse employment sectors and Leeds Council claiming that it is “the fastest growing city in the UK” means the city ticks a huge number of boxes for anyone thinking of relocating to the area.

     

    Things to do in Leeds

    Leeds offers some fantastic cultural destinations within the city. Whether you’re looking for culture, history, shopping or just to wander and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, there’s so much to experience right across the region.

    If its history you’re after, the Abbey House Museum offers a fun, family-friendly and interactive museum and truly is a great day out for all the family.

    There is also the Leeds Industrial Museum, which contains exhibits from 18th century to the present day and tells the history of manufacturing in Leeds, including textiles, clothing, printing and engineering.

    Harewood House and Gardens also provides a perfect portal to the past, with stunning architecture and exquisite interiors, the property is renowned for its beauty.

    Just north of the city centre is one of the biggest city parks in Europe. Roundhay Park has over 700 acres of parkland, lakes, woodland and gardens which are owned by Leeds City Council.

    The park is one of the most popular in Europe and is certainly a great attraction in the city.

    The Yorkshire Sculpture Triangle is based in the centre of the city, there are numerous pieces that give Leeds a unique urban landscape, such as the Black Prince in City Square and the stunning Mandela Gardens in Millennium Square.

    Leeds has been named as the best shopping destination in the UK by the rough guide to Britain, with over 1000 shops from quirky boutiques selling high-end luxury goods to open markets and huge shopping malls. There is always time for some retail therapy.

    Leeds is also very well known for playing host to a range of festivals each year. For a list of these annual festivals visit –https://www.visitleeds

    Leeds Schools & Education

    Leeds provides its residents with a good standard of education and choice via its 220 primary schools and 39 secondary schools.

    As well as state funded options, there is a selection of independent schools, and academies available from pre-school through to sixth form.

    The city area also boasts eight special or alternative schools, six colleges of further education, as well as Leeds University, Leeds Trinity University, and Leeds Becket University.

    Leeds University is one of the top higher education institutions in the country and produces some of the most skilled academics in the world.

    Leeds Beckett University has a very impressive sporting history to boast alongside its academic record – some of the country’s top athletes including rugby league star Kevin Sinfield and GB Olympic icon Jessica Ennis-Hill have studied at and worked with the university.

    For further assistance with finding a school for your child, visit the Leeds government portal which lists all schools in the region.

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    Want to find out more about moving to Leeds? Read our comprehensive article that details the 22 best places to live in Leeds.

    Leeds Property

     

     

    Affordability is certainly a key word to describe the housing market in Leeds. The average house price in Leeds is currently a fraction over £220,000 with the average sale price currently at £212,000.

     

     

    Both figures are well below the national average, meaning Leeds is certainly an affordable area to live.

     

     

    Some neighbourhoods in Leeds have fared better than others when it comes to rising values. Homes in the Scarcroft, Seacroft and Whinmoor areas have seen property increase in value by as much as 40% over the past couple of years.

     

     

    Whilst neighbourhoods such as Armley has seen prices fall by 27%. It is certainly worth shopping around to find out which area would be ideal for you.

     

     

    Leeds also has a very busy rental market, with over 6400 properties currently available. With the city having so much to offer, renting could be a great opportunity to see if you enjoy a certain area or the city as a whole.

     

     

    According to a report issued by the Sun newspaper “House prices in the north of England and the Midlands are set to flourish in the New Year (2020) as companies slowly look to move their businesses to cities outside of the capital”. https://www.thesun.co.uk

     

     

    Currently you can expect to pay £398,000 for a detached house, £219,000 for a semi, £156,000 for a terraced home and around £168,000 for a flat. There are currently 3000 homes for sale within a one mile radius of the city centre, meaning you really are spoilt for choice.

    Stats as per Zoopla – January 2020

    Popular Places to Live near Leeds

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