Moving costs — Cambridge
Cost of moving in Cambridge
Moving to an average-priced home in Cambridge (£565,000) costs roughly £20,550–£24,850 in fees and taxes on top of the purchase price. Stamp duty is the biggest line at £18,250; the rest is survey, conveyancing and removals.
Typically around £22,100. Adjust the price and your situation below.
The full breakdown
Defaults to the Cambridge average — set your own price.
Questions people ask
What is the biggest moving cost in Cambridge?
Stamp duty, by far: around £18,250 on an average-priced £565,000 home. The next biggest is conveyancing at £1,200–£2,700.
Can I reduce my moving costs?
The controllables are the survey level, conveyancing quotes and removals — comparing quotes typically saves a few hundred pounds on each. Stamp duty is fixed by the price and your buyer status.
Do first-time buyers pay less?
Yes — first-time buyer relief removes or reduces stamp duty below the relief cap. On homes above it, standard rates apply in full. Use the calculator above with "First time buyer" selected.
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