Moving home: Who to notify of your change of address
Moving day is always busy, and updating your address can easily be overlooked. Having a clear checklist helps ensure nothing important is missed once you have settled into your new home.
Utilities and service providers | |
Electricity supplier | |
Water supplier | |
Gas supplier | |
Landline and mobile provider | |
Broadband/TV provider | |
TV Licensing | |
Government and public bodies | |
Local Council (Council Tax and any parking permit) | |
Electoral Roll | |
HMRC | |
HM Land registry (to update your address for service if you own more than one property) | |
DWP Benefits | |
Financial and employment | |
Banks and building societies | |
Insurance providers (home/contents, live, travel, pet) | |
Pension providers | |
Employer | |
Loan or mortgage providers | |
Health | |
GP | |
Dentist | |
Optician | |
Motoring | |
DVLA (driving licence and vehicle logbook) | |
Car Insurance (your premium may change with your address) | |
Education | |
School or University | |
Childcare provider (if applicable) | |
Pets | |
Pet microchip database | |
Vet | |
Others | |
Royal Mail (if you would like to redirect your posts) | |
Landlord/management agent/letting agents (if applicable) | |
Solicitors, accountants or tax advisors (if applicable) | |
Grocery delivery and other subscriptions | |
Retailers and membership clubs | |
Of course, your friends and family (and anyone else who pops a letter in the post!) | |
What this means for you
Taking time to update your address promptly helps avoid missed correspondence, incorrect billing and unnecessary complications after you move.
Next steps
If you are preparing to move or have recently completed, keeping a checklist like this to hand can make the transition far smoother.