Who to Inform When You’re Moving Home

A Handy Checklist for a Smooth Move

📦 Who to Inform

Moving house can be an exciting fresh start—but with all the packing, planning, and organising, it’s easy to forget the crucial step of telling the right people and organisations about your change of address. At Carters Removals, your trusted moving experts in Wales, we’ve created a simple checklist to help you stay on top of things and ensure your move goes smoothly.

🏡 Why It’s Important to Update Your Address

Failing to notify the right parties can lead to missed bills, service disruptions, or even identity theft. Not only that—updating your address keeps you compliant with the law in some cases (like driving licenses and council tax).

Here’s a breakdown of who you need to inform when you’re moving home in the UK:

✅ Government & Local Authorities

1. Local Council

   • For council tax billing, waste collection services, and the electoral roll.

   • Notify both your current and new councils if moving to a different area.

2. DVLA

   • Update your driving licence and vehicle logbook (V5C).

   • Can be done online via the GOV.UK website.

3. HMRC (Tax Office)

   • To keep your income tax, self-assessment, and national insurance records up to date.

4. Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

   • If you receive benefits, pensions, or Universal Credit, let them know your new address.

5. Royal Mail

   • Consider setting up a mail redirection service to catch any post sent to your old home.

   • Redirection can be arranged for 3, 6, or 12 months.

🏦 Financial Institutions

6. Bank(s) and Building Society

   • Update all your accounts, credit cards, savings, and investment details.

7. Credit Card Companies & Loan Providers

   • Essential to prevent fraud and ensure correspondence goes to the right place.

8. Insurance Providers

   • Home, car, life, and pet insurance must be updated or potentially re-quoted based on your new address.

9. Pension Providers

   • To keep your records up to date, especially if you receive or contribute to a private pension.

🛠️ Utilities & Services

10. Gas & Electricity Suppliers

• Submit final meter readings and inform them of your move-in date at the new property.

11. Water Supplier

• If moving to Wales, this will be Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water.

12. Broadband & Landline Provider

• Let them know well in advance to ensure a smooth switch or transfer.

13. TV Licensing

• You must update your address even if you pay by direct debit.

14. Streaming & Subscription Services

• Netflix, Amazon, Spotify, magazine subscriptions, and others may need your new details.

💬 Personal & Professional Contacts

15. Employer

• For your HR and payroll records.

16. GP, Dentist & Optician

• Especially important if you’re moving out of the area and need to register elsewhere.

17. Schools or Nurseries

• Keep them informed, especially if you’re moving catchment areas.

18. Friends & Family

• Don’t forget to tell the people who matter most!

👋 Ready to Move? We’re Here to Help

At Carters Removals, we know that moving house isn’t just about boxes and posessions—it’s about starting your next chapter stress-free. Based in Wales, we offer reliable, friendly, and affordable moving services across the region.

If you’re planning a move, let us take the load off your shoulders. Contact us today for a free quote and make your move the smoothest one yet.