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Moving costs — Tunbridge Wells

Cost of moving in Tunbridge Wells

Moving to an average-priced home in Tunbridge Wells (£502,000) costs roughly £17,400–£21,700 in fees and taxes on top of the purchase price. Stamp duty is the biggest line at £15,100; the rest is survey, conveyancing and removals.

Total on top of the price — average-priced home
£17,400–£21,700

Typically around £18,950. Adjust the price and your situation below.

The full breakdown

Defaults to the Tunbridge Wells average — set your own price.

Cost
Low
Typical
High
Stamp duty
Set by government at this price
£15,100
Survey
RICS Level 2–3, scaled to price band
£500
£800
£1,500
£500 – £1,500
Conveyancing
Solicitor fees + searches
£1,200
£1,850
£2,700
£1,200 – £2,700
Removals
Scaled to typical home size at this price
£600
£1,200
£2,400
£600 – £2,400
Total on top of the price
£17,400
£18,950
£21,700
£17,400 – £21,700
SAMPLE figures. Stamp duty uses sample bands & reliefs — rates last verified 2026-07-13. Ranges vary by provider and property.

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Questions people ask

What is the biggest moving cost in Tunbridge Wells?

Stamp duty, by far: around £15,100 on an average-priced £502,000 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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