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Looking for a new home in the UK<\/a> can be a bit of a headache, especially when you’ve got a family to think about as well. You want somewhere safe, affordable and with enough room for your kids to play. Enter Rightmove<\/a> and Zoopla<\/a> – your go-to online house-seeking apps<\/a> that aim to ease your house-hunting process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both platforms offer a wide range of listings – from cosy flats to spacious family homes. Now, you might be wondering which one ticks all the boxes for your family’s needs. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I will be taking a closer look at both Rightmove and Zoopla, weighing up the pros and cons from a family-friendly perspective. So, grab a cuppa, and let’s get started on finding the perfect spot for you and your loved ones to call home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Rightmove and Zoopla?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Simply put, they\u2019re property portals. You can think of them as massive online catalogues where you can sift through oodles of property listings whether you’re looking to buy or rent. In January of 2023, over 276,056 households in the UK<\/a> moved into a new place. It wouldn\u2019t be surprising if most of them used the help of portals like Rightmove and Zoopla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rightmove<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This site was launched back in 2000, and it was set up by a group of four prominent estate agencies. They wanted to take the property search process online \u2013 making it easier for folks like us to look for homes without having to trudge down to the estate agent’s office with a pushchair in tow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Rightmove, you’ll find listings from across the UK, and it’s packed with features to help you zero in on the right place. You can search for properties based on your specific requirements, like the number of bedrooms, location, price range \u2013 you name it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, there’s a school checker tool, which comes in handy when you’re trying to select the catchment areas for good schools for the kids. And let’s not forget the sold price information, which gives you a sneak peek at how much homes have gone for in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Zoopla<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another heavyweight on the UK property scene, which popped up on the web in 2008 with the intent to revolutionise the UK property industry. They wanted to provide users with a comprehensive view of the property market, including not just listings but also market data and trends. Kind of like giving you a bit of insider knowledge without having to be an actual insider. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you can search for properties, Zoopla also throws in some extra bells and whistles like ‘Zoopla Estimates’ that give you an instant valuation of what a home could be worth, which is perfect when you’re trying to figure out if you’re getting a good deal or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And for those of you who love a bit of property daydreaming (who doesn’t?), there’s ‘TemptMe’, which invites homeowners to indicate a price for which they might be convinced to sell their property, even when it’s not on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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See the main differences between Zoopla and Rightmove: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What?<\/th>Rightmove<\/th>Zoopla<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Launch Year<\/strong><\/td>2000<\/td>2008<\/td><\/tr>
Property Listings<\/strong><\/td>Extensive range across the UK<\/td>Diverse selection including unusual properties<\/td><\/tr>
Unique Tools<\/strong><\/td>School Checker, Local Amenities, Travel Time Calculator<\/td>Running Costs Tool, Property Heat Maps, SmartMaps<\/td><\/tr>
User Experience<\/strong><\/td>Straightforward, easy-to-use interface and mobile app<\/td>User-friendly layout and informative app<\/td><\/tr>
Special Features<\/strong><\/td>Sold price information, catchment areas for schools<\/td>‘Zoopla Estimates’ for property valuation, ‘TemptMe’ feature<\/td><\/tr>
Focus<\/strong><\/td>Comprehensive property search with detailed local information<\/td>Comprehensive view of the property market with market data and trends<\/td><\/tr>
Ideal For<\/strong><\/td>Families looking for detailed local amenities and school information<\/td>Budget-conscious families and those interested in market trends<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Main differences between Zoopla and Rightmove<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Property Listings and Variety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you’re sifting through property listings as a young family moving to the UK, you’ll notice that Rightmove and Zoopla will pop up as your go-to sources. Both platforms have a vast range of options that can cater to your family’s needs, regardless of whether you’re after a cosy flat or a more spacious house with a garden for the little ones to run about in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n