The published normal minimum age is 21, so a 20-year-old would not meet the normal age requirement.
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Student moves often involve more than a car can comfortably carry but less than a full household move. Boxes, clothes, a desk chair, kitchen equipment, a bicycle and smaller furniture can make an SWB or LWB van a practical option.
Student moves in Winchester and Southampton
Alco’s Winchester base is well positioned for moves connected with the University of Winchester, the University of Southampton and Solent University, as well as private rented accommodation across Winchester and Southampton.
A student moving into halls may need only one van trip, while a move between shared houses can involve more furniture and benefit from the LWB.
Who can hire?
Minimum age matters: Alco’s published normal age range is 21 to 75 with at least 24 months’ driving experience. Hirers aged 21 to 24 must meet additional insurance requirements. Being a student does not override the normal licence and insurance rules.
Which van is likely to suit a student move?
| Van | Load volume | Payload | Load area (L × W × H) | Rear opening (W × H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWB Ford Transit | 6.2m³ | 869kg | 2,495 × 1,745 × 1,430mm | 1,540 × 1,350mm |
| LWB Ford Transit | 11.0m³ | 1,192kg | 3,399 × 1,745 × 1,855mm | 1,540 × 1,796mm |
| 3.5-tonne Luton tail lift | 17.1m³ | 1,150kg | 3,910 × 2,020 × 2,160mm | 1,890 × 1,930mm |
Dimensions, payloads and capacities are a guide. If a measurement or capacity is critical to your job, please confirm it with Alco before booking or loading.
Start with the SWB if belongings are mainly boxed and compact. Choose the LWB where there are longer furniture items, more boxes or belongings from a shared property. The Luton is usually more than a typical student move requires unless several people are moving together or there is substantial furniture.
Keep the move efficient
- Use strong, similarly sized boxes that stack safely.
- Dismantle furniture where practical and keep fixings labelled.
- Measure mattresses, desks and bicycles before selecting the van.
- Agree loading and parking arrangements with halls or landlords in advance.
- Do not leave belongings loose in the load area.
Student moving FAQs
Can a 20-year-old student hire from Alco?
Can a 21-year-old hire a van?
Potentially, yes, but hirers aged 21 to 24 must meet Alco's additional insurance requirements as well as the usual licence and driving-experience rules.
What size van is best for moving into halls?
An SWB is often enough for a compact move with boxed belongings, but measure larger items and compare the van size guide.
Can several students share one van load?
Yes if the combined belongings fit safely within the load area and payload. The named hirer and any authorised drivers must meet the rental and insurance requirements.
Is Alco close to Southampton?
Alco is in Winchester, approximately 10 miles by road from central Southampton. See van hire near Southampton.
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