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Removals to Hartlepool
Are you looking to relocate to Hartlepool? Moving home is not something we do on a regular basis with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate there is lots to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removals company is crucial. White & Company are a family owned business with over 145 years’ servicing the Hartlepool community.
We offer a tailor made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price. Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can offer storage of some or all of your effects also. We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve many towns around Hartlepool. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About White & Company
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners. This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies. We have 250 specialist vehicles, full trained and security cleared removals staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.
Our Mission Statement
“To continue the traditions founded in 1871 by providing the quality expected by our clients; backed up by superb packing materials, highly trained crews, effective management and a genuine commitment to customer care and the environment.”
Rest assured you can trust White & Company to take care of your personal effects with care and respect from collection to delivery.
Why move to Hartlepool?
With average living costs well below those of the rest of the country, Hartlepool has steadily climbed up the rankings of the best places to live in the UK, rising to 41st in a survey carried out by USwitch.
Despite not being well-known outside of the North East, Hartlepool is becoming an increasingly popular destination for relocating families and professionals due to its working maritime industries and proximity to the cities of Durham and Newcastle. Other highlights include:
Hartlepool has been subject to major reinvestment including the new multimillion-pound marina, regeneration of the Historic Quay, and the modernisation of the Middleton Grange Shopping Centre.
the small seaside resort of Seaton Carew in Hartlepool has miles of golden sand, amusement arcades and some of the best fish and chips in the North East.
Ward Jackson Park is a green-flag awarded park listed in the National Register of Historic Parks & Gardens due to its collection of Victorian and Edwardian features.
major investment in Cleveland College of Art and Design, improvements to retail facilities and the transport interchange – all in the heart of the town centre – are positive signs of how the town is moving forward.
the Hartlepool and Seaton Carew train stations have connections to local towns which make travelling to larger cities such as Durham, London, and Newcastle extremely convenient.
Removals to Hartlepool
Are you looking for removals to Hartlepool? White & Company offers a full removals service to various towns and villages in County Durham, including Billingham, Elwick and Durham.
We offer a wide range of removals services, including packing and storage solutions at 19 secure warehouse locations across the country.
As founder members of the British Association of Removers you can rest assured that your personal belongings are in safe hands.
To find out more about removals services in Hartlepool or any other destination in County Durham, don’t hesitate to get in contact.
Working in Hartlepool
Hartlepool’s economy has historically been tied closely with the maritime industry. Hartlepool Dock is owned and run by PD Ports and creates a number of marine related work. Nowadays, the bulk of jobs in Hartlepool are in service, petrochemicals, engineering and manufacturing.
Looking ahead, the town is well placed to benefit from future growth in offshore wind and renewable energy, as well as other ‘green’ industries. The town’s ‘local plan’ to supports this ambition through land and infrastructure allocations.
By far the largest employer in the town is the local nuclear power plant, which provides opportunities such as nuclear engineering jobs, operational engineering and waste management.
Middleton Grange Shopping Centre is the main shopping location where in excess of 2800 people are employed in retail.
Due to major investment in its business infrastructure, particularly targeting the development of innovation centres and regenerating estates, unemployment has been on the decline and the town has attracted a host of skilled workers.
Schools & Education
The town has five secondary schools, of which Dyke House Sports and Technology College were judged to be ‘Good’ by Ofsted during the last round of inspections.
Hartlepool College of Further Education is an educational establishment located in the centre of the town which has existed in various forms for well over a century. A new £52 million custom-designed building construction was completed in September 2011.
The highly regarded Hartlepool Sixth Form College was a former grammar and comprehensive school but now provides a number of AS and A2 Level courses for students across the town. Students from the college frequently achieve the best grades among all colleges in the region.
The nearest two universities are Durham and Teeside, with the former rated amongst the world top 100 Universities.
Things to do in Hartlepool
There are many local attractions close by which include the Heugh Gun Battery, a restored coastal gun battery, Hartlepool Marina, Summerhill Visitor Centre and Seaton Common and dunes.
Stretching from Sunderland to Hartlepool, the Durham Heritage Coast has become one of the finest scenic stretches of coastline in the country.
Spend an afternoon wandering along the 11-mile Durham Coastal footpath where you’ll find nature reserves, shallow bays and headlands with yellow limestone cliffs, and a plenty of wildlife.
The breath-taking Summerhill Country Park and Nature Reserve is also close by. The park offers a variety of activities, classes and play areas to entertain children and young adults. The stunning North Sands beach is also within easy reach and is popular with surfers, amblers and birdwatchers.
Property Prices in Hartlepool
Hartlepool is an up and coming area with plenty of wiggle room for those just starting out on the property ladder. The average house price in Hartlepool is £132,000, according to the latest Zoopla data, though there are many streets in the area where the average is less than £50,000.
The Marine Point area combines picturesque sea views with fantastic local attractions and stylish house types, making it perfect for both first-time buyers and young families.
Currently there are nearly 500 properties for sale and values range from £18,000 for a two bedroomed terraced house in Derwent Street up to £650,000 for a huge six bedroomed detached home in Park Drive.
If you intend to rent a property you will find rents are extremely affordable and as of January 2019, there are 225 properties to choose from.
You can expect to pay around £250 per month for a one bedroomed flat and around £850 for a four-bed detached.
Popular Places to Live near Hartlepool
- Billingham
- Castle Eden
- Coatham
- Cowpen Bewley
- Dalton Piercy
- Elwick
- Greatham
- Hart
- Horden
- Seaton Carew
- Stranton
- Trimdon
- Trimdon Station
- Trimdon Grange
- Wolvisto
What Others Say…
Wayne Middleton and Brian Witherford were professional and extremely helpful. Did a brilliant job. Would recommend Whites to anyone. Thanks very much.
Have used this company regularly for 5 years including my time in the armed forces. They are professional and efficient. Will use them again on our next move.
The move went very smoothly and they were very polite.
 A very smooth move by White and Co. The team worked very hard and were polite, professional and helpful.
