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Word of Mouth removalists in Abbotsford receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 764 reviews.
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"Removalists were polite, patient and professional. Everything was well organised and clearly communicated in the..."
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" We booked Moveworx after we had to quickly move out of our rental, after the landlord notified us they were..."
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"Danny was BRILLIANT. Clear quote, outlining all costs. Provided us with everything we needed weeks in advance...."
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"Polite and respectful; reliable; competitive price. I would use them again."
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"Brilliant experience. We've moved a lot over the last ten years and using Yellow Express was one of the best..."
"I booked REX Removals for my move last week. I had 2 pickups (a house and storage). It was the best moving experience..."
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"Great service loved there hard work on time and hard workers "
Insights for removalists servicing Abbotsford
In total, 838 jobs have recently been posted for removalists on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace, with 1 in Abbotsford. The average quote response time is 2.3 hours. Quotes sent back through the marketplace to Abbotsford customers average $590 for a fixed-price job, and $212.65 an hour where the work is quoted hourly. These are quotes, not final invoices. For what customers reported paying, see the cost breakdown below.
Marketplace quotes for removalists in Abbotsford average $590 — around 71% below the typical review-reported cost of $2,000. To get a competitive price, it may be worth posting a job on our marketplace.
Market Intelligence
Abbotsford removalists
Data-driven insights based on 764 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 1 trust signal responses
Abbotsford is one of the pricier areas for removalists — 192% above the NSW average, with typical jobs around $2,000. 20 removalists service the area with 764 customer reviews.
Pricing
Most jobs range from $1,600 to $2,500. Nearby: Wareemba ($1,298), Chiswick ($2,000), Henley ($2,000).
Best time to book
Our review data points to August as the busiest month for removalists in Abbotsford, with December as the quietest — if your job can wait, booking in a quieter month usually means easier scheduling.
Local context
Renters make up roughly 36% of households in Abbotsford — a high-turnover profile that shows up as 112% more removalist reviews than the NSW average. Worth asking movers about their experience with short-notice bookings, tight stair/elevator access, and coordination with end-of-lease cleaners.
Customer feedback
Abbotsford's removalist ratings have improved from 4.4/5 (2008) to 5.0/5 (2026), suggesting a local market that's getting stronger over time. Abbotsford generates 42.4 new removalist reviews per year, running 112% above the NSW average — giving you a larger sample to compare providers from than most comparable suburbs.
Based on 764 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Removalists reviews & ratings over time — Abbotsford area
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| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 4.0 | no prices reported |
| 2010 | 2 | 4.0 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 7 | 4.3 | $168 |
| 2012 | 11 | 4.8 | $190 |
| 2013 | 24 | 4.5 | $175 |
| 2014 | 11 | 4.2 | $150 |
| 2015 | 20 | 4.7 | $1,000 |
| 2016 | 21 | 4.8 | $1,600 |
| 2017 | 21 | 4.8 | $850 |
| 2018 | 26 | 5.0 | $3,000 |
| 2019 | 71 | 4.9 | $900 |
| 2020 | 370 | 5.0 | $1,270 |
| 2021 | 40 | 5.0 | $1,000 |
| 2022 | 83 | 5.0 | $1,605 |
| 2023 | 32 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2024 | 13 | 4.7 | $3,500 |
| 2025 | 8 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2026 | 3 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Abbotsford area profile ABS Census 2021
How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Abbotsford is served for removalists, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.
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Removalists in Abbotsford — FAQs
How much does a removalist cost in Abbotsford?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, removalists in Abbotsford typically charge between $1,600 and $2,500. This is 192% above the NSW average.
What time of year does removalist demand peak in Abbotsford?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, removalist demand in Abbotsford tends to peak in August and is quietest in December. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
How can I tell if a removalist in Abbotsford is worth hiring?
Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Abbotsford has 764 removalist reviews on Word of Mouth. Moveworx (2025), VW Removals Pty Ltd (2023) and AAA City Removalist (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 1 other local award winner) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
What is the average removalist rating in Abbotsford?
Removalists in Abbotsford have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 764 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.84 stars.
What makes Abbotsford different when it comes to removalist work?
Renters make up roughly 36% of households in Abbotsford — a high-turnover profile that shows up as 112% more removalist reviews than the NSW average. Worth asking movers about their experience with short-notice bookings, tight stair/elevator access, and coordination with end-of-lease cleaners. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Abbotsford has apartments make up 55% of housing, a median age of 47, a median household income of $2,263/week.