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"We have used VW a number of times. Most recently for our move from Mosman to 3.5 hours out of Sydney. Wills and the..."
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Word of Mouth removalists in Five Dock receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 822 reviews.
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"Great customer service. The guys were friendly and handled our items with care."
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"Scott and his team moved our furniture to our 3-bedroom house a few days ago, and they made the entire move so easy...."
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"The boys were great on what was a very stressful day (for us!). We have a short term lease here so will definitely be..."
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"Good service. Fast move, provide insurance."
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"I learnt of Delivery Kings purely by chance as they were in the process of moving someone who lived right opposite to..."
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"Thank you to the drivers who have attended our company. They always arrive promptly and the goods are delivered..."
"The guys who came to pack us up were quick and careful (ie, nothing got broken). They were friendly, and as we were..."
"I moved house last week and had very good experience with these guys. if you are looking for cheap and efficient..."
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"Great service loved there hard work on time and hard workers "
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Insights for removalists servicing Five Dock
In total, 838 jobs have recently been posted for removalists on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace. Across Word of Mouth, the average quote response time for removalists is 21.5 hours. Quotes sent back through the marketplace average $925 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.
Market Intelligence
Removalists near Five Dock
Data-driven insights based on 821 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 1 trust signal responses
Five Dock is one of the pricier areas for removalists — 192% above the NSW average, with typical jobs around $2,000. 25 removalists service the area with 821 customer reviews.
Cost guide
Most jobs range from $1,600 to $2,500. Nearby: Wareemba ($1,298), Rodd Point ($2,000), Canada Bay ($1,609).
Booking guidance
Based on historical reviews, August is the busiest month for removalists in Five Dock and April the quietest — worth planning around if you can.
Local factors
37% of Five Dock households rent — a high-churn profile that drives sustained removalist demand (128% more reviews than the NSW average). Experience with end-of-lease timelines and building-access windows matters more here than in owner-occupier suburbs.
Ratings & trust
Five Dock's removalist ratings have improved from 4.4/5 (2008) to 4.9/5 (2026), suggesting a local market that's getting stronger over time. Review flow in Five Dock runs above typical: 45.6 new removalist reviews a year (128% above the NSW average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.
Based on 821 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Removalists reviews & ratings over time — Five Dock area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 4.0 | no prices reported |
| 2010 | 3 | 3.0 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 9 | 4.3 | $168 |
| 2012 | 11 | 4.8 | $190 |
| 2013 | 24 | 4.5 | $175 |
| 2014 | 10 | 4.5 | $150 |
| 2015 | 20 | 4.7 | $1,000 |
| 2016 | 48 | 4.9 | $490 |
| 2017 | 36 | 4.9 | $895 |
| 2018 | 34 | 5.0 | $1,000 |
| 2019 | 72 | 4.9 | $850 |
| 2020 | 370 | 5.0 | $1,135 |
| 2021 | 42 | 4.8 | $1,000 |
| 2022 | 84 | 4.9 | $1,605 |
| 2023 | 33 | 4.9 | 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.
Five Dock 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 Five Dock 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 Five Dock — FAQs
How much do removalists charge in Five Dock?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, removalists in Five Dock typically charge between $1,600 and $2,500. This is 192% above the NSW average.
Is there a quieter time of year for removalists in Five Dock?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, removalist demand in Five Dock tends to peak in August and is quietest in April. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
How do I pick the right removalist in Five Dock?
Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Five Dock has 821 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 2 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
How do Five Dock removalists compare to the state average?
Removalists in Five Dock have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 821 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Does the Five Dock housing mix influence local removalists?
37% of Five Dock households rent — a high-churn profile that drives sustained removalist demand (128% more reviews than the NSW average). Experience with end-of-lease timelines and building-access windows matters more here than in owner-occupier suburbs. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Five Dock has a median age of 41, a median household income of $2,328/week.