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Locks Heath · SO31 · Est. 2010
House removals and man and van hire in Locks Heath, the suburb west of Fareham, from the district centre to the estates around Park Gate.
Yes. Man and a Van Southampton covers all of Locks Heath in SO31, the suburb west of Fareham between the River Hamble and Titchfield. Our base in Southampton is about 35 minutes away, so we offer house removals, man and van hire, packing and long distance moves from Locks Heath 7 days a week.
Your local movers
Locks Heath lies west of Fareham, between the River Hamble and Titchfield, and is part of the Western Wards of the Borough of Fareham. The area was once known for its strawberry fields.
Most of today's Locks Heath was built from the 1970s and 1980s onwards, with family homes laid out around the Locks Heath district centre and its shops.
Most Locks Heath moves are family houses on quiet residential roads, usually with drives. We give fixed quotes for full house removals and bring a crew sized to your home.
Locks Heath is close to junction 9 of the M27, so moves to Southampton, Fareham and Portsmouth are easy to plan.
Our services in Locks Heath
Every service we offer in Southampton, available in Locks Heath.
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 Locks Heath businesses.
Full or fragile-only packing, with boxes supplied.
Same-day and short-notice moves when we have a van free.
From Locks Heath to anywhere in the UK.
Moves to and from Southampton's universities.
Marketplace, eBay and shop pick-ups in Locks Heath.
Journey guide
Typical drive times for a removal van, outside rush hour.
| From Locks Heath to | Typical distance | Typical drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton city centre | About 11 miles | 30 minutes |
| Fareham | About 4 miles | 10–15 minutes |
| Warsash | About 2 miles | 5 minutes |
| Sarisbury | About 2 miles | 5 minutes |
| Hedge End | About 6 miles | 15 minutes |
| Portsmouth | About 13 miles | 20–25 minutes |
Directions
We drive to Locks Heath from our base on Hill Lane in Southampton. Here's how to reach Locks Heath from nearby towns. Each map shows Google's live route and drive time.
Cross the River Hamble on the A27 and head on to Locks Heath. Usually around 5–10 minutes.
Get directionsWe drive from our base on Hill Lane, SO15, to Locks Heath. It's about 35 minutes outside rush hour, and we plan the day around the drive.
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 Locks Heath 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.
We're about 35 minutes away, and local moves around Locks Heath are often done in a morning.
We unload into the right rooms and rebuild any furniture.
Local know-how
Locks Heath has its own streets, buildings and rules. Here's what we plan for.
The Locks Heath centre is busy at weekends, but most homes are on quiet roads nearby.
Most homes have drives, so loading is usually quick and simple.
Locks Heath is in the Borough of Fareham, so council tax and bins are handled by Fareham Borough Council.
Parking tip: if the van needs to stop on a council road in Locks Heath, contact Fareham Borough Council in advance about a parking bay suspension, and tell us where the van can stop.
Moving to Locks Heath
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 Fareham Borough Council about a parking bay suspension.
Register with Fareham Borough 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 | ✓ Locks Heath & 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
Removals around the River Hamble, Southampton and the rest of Hampshire.
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.
YYoan-Daniel MalinovGoogle review
★★★★★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.
MMolly FGoogle review
★★★★★Very helpful service, friendly and efficient team.
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FAQs
Yes. We cover every street in Locks Heath, SO31, the suburb west of Fareham between the River Hamble and Titchfield.
Our base is on Hill Lane in Southampton, about 11 miles from Locks Heath, which is about 35 minutes by van, and we plan the day around the drive.
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. Full house removals get a fixed quote once we know what's moving, the crew size and access at both addresses.
Yes. Locks Heath is close to the M27, so moves east are a straightforward drive.
No. Locks Heath is about 35 minutes from our base, and we move homes across Hampshire every week. We plan the day around the drive.
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 Fareham Borough 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 Locks Heath to anywhere in the UK, with the same crew from start to finish.
Yes. We collect from sellers in Locks Heath 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.