There’s nothing like having to speak to the people who live in your old home if you can collect some letters or they can forward on a parcel.
There are lots of places that you will need to contact to update your details before you move, and the list can vary depending on whether you are moving closer to where you are now, or further away.
Applicable everywhere
Your local council will need to know you are moving, so that they don’t overcharge you for council tax at your current address, and you are paying the right level of council tax at your new address. You’ll also need to tell HMRC, and your employer.
For the same reason, your utility companies (gas, electricity and water) will need to know that they are moving, so you aren’t overcharged and your new bill can start again at your new place. If you have wanted to get out of a contract or change provider, this may be your chance.
Don’t forget your broadband provider – it’s also good to check potential provider’s coverage of your new area to see which would deliver the best coverage. Your phone provider will need to know your new address, but this won’t come with an opportunity to change your contract.
To ensure that you are still covered, you will need to tell TV licensing too – don’t forget and get a fine!
Your insurance providers will also be interested in your new address – especially for car insurance. Don’t forget your pet insurance, if applicable. It’s also best to ensure that you have home insurance at your new address.
Talking of cars, you will also need to let the DVLA know.
Your bank(s) will also need to be notified.
If you are moving to a new area
You’ll need to register with a new dentist and doctor. It’s best to take advice from people locally as to which ones would be the best to go for. Hopefully there is a choice, where you are.
Make sure you can still vote
It’s quite easy to change your address on the electoral register through the government website. Just have your national insurance number at the ready and go to the government site to register to vote. You’ll need your new address as well as other personal details about yourself.
Every year on 1st December, the Electoral Commission publishes an updated register. This can impact your credit report, if the details aren’t correct or lenders can’t confirm your address, so may mean that you credit application isn’t successful, and your identity may need to be verified in different ways, such as utility bills. It’s good to keep consistent.
If you would like to keep on top of everything and ensure that you have your move under control, please get in touch. We’d love to help.