Deciding it’s time to move home is a big decision, both emotionally and financially. We’ve put together a list of signs that might signal it’s time for change, from the size of your home to the cost of running it. Read on to discover what factors to consider if you’re thinking about moving home.
1. You need more space
Whether it’s extra bedrooms or a larger garden, one of the main reasons homeowners look to move is for more space. If you’re ready to take the next step on the property ladder and move to a bigger, better property, the good news is we have tailored moving support available.
Whatever your reason, whether you’re a growing family ready to move on or need a dedicated office room for remote work, our spacious properties have everything you need. With five bedrooms, three en-suites and a family bathroom, you won’t be short on space in The Highgrove – our most generously proportioned home.
2. You need fewer rooms
If your home feels too big, don’t be put off by the thought of less space. There are many reasons to downsize or rightsize, for example, if your children have grown up and moved out, or you’re looking for an energy-efficient home that’s cheaper to run.
Downsizing is a common factor for many of our customers, and is why we introduced our Heritage Lifestyle homes. These three-bedroom homes are built on the footprint of a four-bedroom house, with the same downstairs layout and a reconfigured upstairs with fewer larger bedrooms, each with its own en-suite. For example, the Oxford Lifestyle looks just like its four-bedroom standard equivalent from the outside and on the ground floor. Upstairs, it has three en-suite bedrooms.
We can also Help to Sell your existing property, so you can enjoy your new home sooner rather than later.
3. You want a home with a layout that works for you
How we use the space in our homes has changed in recent years, and your current home may no longer meet your family's needs. Our open-plan kitchen, dining and family rooms, combined with more private areas like a separate lounge, mean Redrow homes offer a better way to live.
The four-bedroom Richmond features an open plan kitchen, dining and family room, destined to be the heart of the home. Perhaps you want extra space to work out at home or more room for the children to play. Whatever your family’s needs, you can choose the layout that best suits you.
4. Your circumstances have changed
A new relationship or job could mean you’re considering moving house. Perhaps you’re ready to take the next step with your partner by buying a home together, or, if you’ve started a new job, you would like to reduce the time spent commuting.
Alternatively, a new job may offer the option to work remotely, allowing you to live further away. Many of our larger homes, including the four-bedroom Canterbury and the five-bedroom Sandringham, feature a study for working from home.
5. You want a better work-life balance
Better connectivity and the ability to work remotely mean many people no longer need to live near their workplace. When buying a new Redrow home, you’ll benefit from ultrafast broadband, perfect for sharing files or video meetings.
For those who have to physically attend the workplace, moving closer can help cut commuting time.
Prioritise your work-life balance by choosing a home that meets your needs, in an area that suits you. This let you spend more time doing what you really love with the people who matter most.
6. You’re tired of repairs and renovations
Older houses inevitably cost more to maintain than newer properties, as age and wear-and-tear take their toll. Research by the HBF, conducted in 2023, suggests homebuyers could expect to spend more than £70,000* upgrading an average property to new build standards.
Instead, you could purchase a new Redrow home to save time and money on costly renovations.
7. You want to know how to lower your energy bills
Research by the HBF suggests the average buyer of a new house could save more than £970*a year on their energy bill compared with those living in older houses.
Redrow homes are amongst the most efficient available, with air-source heat pumps in our Eco Electric homes and underfloor heating as standard. All our homes have high-quality insulation and top-specification windows and doors to keep them cool in summer and warm in winter. 
8. You want to be part of a thriving community
Creating a better way to live means we go beyond simply building homes; we create thriving communities where people love living and invest in existing neighbourhoods.
This includes ensuring there’s space for the younger residents to enjoy good old-fashioned outdoor fun by playmaking as part of our placemaking policy. From play parks to fitness trails and sports pitches, we provide a range of facilities for residents to enjoy.
Discover more about where better begins with our homes.
9. You've outgrown your current location
As circumstances change, you may outgrow your home's location. A vibrant urban neighbourhood, perfect for nightlife and dining, can feel unsuitable once children arrive.
Instead, the need for parks, good schools and quiet streets takes priority. When your location no longer supports how you want to live, it's a clear signal that relocation deserves consideration.
Find a Redrow home in a location that suits your lifestyle.
10. You want a fresh start
A new home offers a blank canvas you can personalise. There is no one else’s decorating disasters to contend with; it’s all yours to put your own design stamp on.
Subject to the build stage, you can choose from a range of options and upgrades, including:
- Kitchen cabinets
- Flooring
- Worktops
- Fireplaces
- Fitted wardrobes
- Bedroom and office furniture
- Light fittings
- Bathroom fixtures
You can then sit back while we do the hard work to fit your specification, ready for you to move in. Discover more about what’s included in a new Redrow home.
Ready to move? Start your search for a new home today.
*Findings from the HBF find that homebuyers may spend over £70,000 upgrading their home to new build standard. Source: HBF ‘Get on with living’ report.
**Research by the HBF, based on EPC ratings, suggests that buyers of new build houses could save over £970 on their annual energy bills. Source: HBF “Watt a Save report” published October 2024, last updated: January 2025.
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