From the City Centre
Head north through Bevois Valley and up Portswood Road. Usually around 10–15 minutes.
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Portswood · SO17 · Est. 2010
Student moves, shared-house moves and family removals across Portswood, from the shops on Portswood Road to the streets towards St Denys and Highfield.
Yes. Man and a Van Southampton covers all of Portswood in SO17, including Portswood Road and the streets towards Highfield, St Denys and Swaythling. Our base on Hill Lane is 10–15 minutes away, so we offer man and van hire, student moves, house removals and collections in Portswood 7 days a week.
Your local movers
Portswood is a busy suburb north-north-east of the city centre, next to the University of Southampton's main campus. More than a quarter of residents are students, and Portswood Road is the area's main shopping street.
That means lots of shared houses, flats and Victorian and Edwardian terraces, with on-street parking and narrow hallways. We plan where the van can stop and dismantle larger furniture so it comes out cleanly.
End-of-tenancy weeks in June and July, and the start of term in September, are the busiest times in Portswood. Book early, and if housemates are moving on the same day we can plan one route with several drops.
Not everyone in Portswood is a student. We also move families and professionals across the area with a fixed quote for full house removals, and packing if you need it.
Our services in Portswood
Every service we offer in Southampton, available in Portswood.
Hourly help for single items, collections and small moves.
Whole-home moves with a 2–4 person crew and a fixed price.
Out-of-hours moves for Portswood businesses.
Full or fragile-only packing, with boxes supplied.
Same-day and short-notice moves when we have a van free.
From Portswood to anywhere in the UK.
Moves to and from Southampton's universities.
Marketplace, eBay and shop pick-ups in Portswood.
Journey guide
Typical drive times for a removal van, outside rush hour.
| From Portswood to | Typical distance | Typical drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton city centre | About 2 miles | 10–15 minutes |
| Highfield | About 1 mile | 5 minutes |
| Bitterne | About 2 miles | 5–10 minutes |
| Shirley | About 2.5 miles | 10 minutes |
| Eastleigh | About 4.5 miles | 10–15 minutes |
| Winchester | About 12 miles | 20–25 minutes |
Directions
We reach Portswood from our base on Hill Lane in Southampton. Here's how we get to you from nearby areas. Each map shows Google's live route and drive time.
Head north through Bevois Valley and up Portswood Road. Usually around 10–15 minutes.
Get directionsCross the River Itchen at Cobden Bridge into St Denys, then on to Portswood. Usually around 10 minutes.
Get directionsWe drive from our base on Hill Lane, SO15, to Portswood. It's about 10–15 minutes outside rush hour, so we're with you quickly.
Get directionsHow it works
Six simple steps from first call to moving day.
Tell us both addresses, your date and what's moving, by phone, WhatsApp or the form.
We check parking, lifts and access in Portswood and at your new address.
Pack yourself, or book our packing service the day before.
We arrive on time, then wrap, load and secure everything.
Most moves within Southampton take about 10–15 minutes or less between addresses.
We unload into the right rooms and rebuild any furniture.
Local know-how
Portswood has its own streets, buildings and rules. Here's what we plan for.
Portswood Road is busy with shops and buses, so we load from side streets where we can.
More than a quarter of residents are students, so June, July and September book up fast.
Older terraces mean tight halls and stairs, so we dismantle larger furniture and protect walls.
Parking tip: if the van needs to stop on a council road in Portswood, contact Southampton City Council in advance about a parking bay suspension, and tell us where the van can stop.
Moving to Portswood
A few local things to sort when you move into the area.
Weekends, month-ends and term dates book up fast.
Book any lift or loading bay, or ask Southampton City Council about a parking bay suspension.
Register with Southampton City Council for council tax and bins.
Register with a local GP and check school places.
Keep documents, chargers and medicines with you.
Photograph meter readings at both homes.
Why choose us
Booking a local team means knowing exactly who turns up.
| What you get | Man and a Van Southampton | National booking site |
|---|---|---|
| Who turns up | ✓ Our own team | ✕ Whoever accepts the job |
| Local knowledge | ✓ Portswood & Southampton | ✕ Varies |
| Speak to the team | ✓ Call us direct | ✕ Online form or app |
| Fixed quote for removals | ✓ Yes | ✕ Depends on the driver |
| Goods in transit insurance | ✓ Included | ✕ Varies by driver |
| Local base | ✓ Hill Lane, Southampton | — |
Coverage
Man and van and removals across SO17 and the rest of Southampton.
Reviews
Real reviews from our Google Business Profile.
★★★★★I used this to move within Southampton, and then out of Southampton a few years later, and both times it was a very positive experience. From first message to the last box leaving the truck, I was assured about the move.
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★★★★★Helped me move from a 1st floor flat to a house. Really great service provided and made moving a lot easier. Very good pricing compared to other companies.
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★★★★★Very helpful service, friendly and efficient team.
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FAQs
Yes. We cover every street in Portswood, SO17, including Portswood Road and the streets towards Highfield, St Denys and Swaythling.
Our base is on Hill Lane in Southampton, about 2.5 miles from Portswood, which is about 10–15 minutes by van, so we can reach you quickly.
Our man and van service is charged by the hour, and house removals get a fixed quote. The price depends on what's moving, the crew size, distance and access. Ask for a free, no-obligation quote.
Yes. We move students between shared houses, halls and home, and book early for the end of tenancies in June and July and the start of term in September.
Yes. If housemates are moving on the same day, we can plan one route with several drops, so you each pay a share of one booking.
Yes. We move family homes across Portswood with a fixed quote, a crew sized to your home, and packing if you need it.
Often, yes. Call 023 8098 2390 and we'll tell you honestly whether we have a van free today.
If the van can't use private parking or a loading bay, contact Southampton City Council in advance about suspending a parking bay, and tell us where the van can stop.
Yes. Our long distance removals service moves homes from Portswood to anywhere in the UK, with the same crew from start to finish.
Yes. We collect from sellers in Portswood and across Southampton, and deliver anywhere in Hampshire, often the same day.
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Tell us both addresses and your moving date, and we'll come back with a clear quote.