Ultimo removalists average 1.8 stars — 3.0 stars below the NSW average of 4.85, though ratings have dipped slightly in recent years, based on 17 customer reviews across 25 removalists servicing the area.
Cost guide
Across reviewed removalist jobs in Ultimo, $1,500 is the median price — most jobs come in between $955 and $2,075 — 33% below the NSW average. Nearby: Chippendale ($1,605), Haymarket ($1,500), Glebe ($1,609). Prices have risen 385% since 2014 (from $165 to $800 median), averaging 35.0% per year. If you've received a quote above $2,075, it lands in the top 25% locally — reasonable for more complex work, worth questioning for routine jobs.
Local factors
68% of Ultimo households rent — a high-churn profile that drives sustained removalist demand (226% more reviews than the NSW average). Experience with end-of-lease timelines and building-access windows matters more here than in owner-occupier suburbs.
Booking guidance
Based on historical reviews, August is the busiest month for removalists in Ultimo and December the quietest — worth planning around if you can.
Ratings & trust
Review flow in Ultimo runs above typical: 65.5 new removalist reviews a year (226% above the NSW average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.
