Local results mirror national trend, but regional tastes still vary across the UK
When it comes to the first night in a new home, people in Greater Manchester are most likely to reach for a portion of fish and chips, according to a new survey by family-run removals firm, Tripps Removals.
The survey, which asked 2,000 UK adults what they would most likely order on their first night in a new home, found that 20% of Greater Manchester residents would opt for traditional fish and chips. Chinese takeaway and pizza were equally the second most popular choices at 17%.
Nationally, the top three were the same:
- Fish and chips (20%)
- Chinese takeaway (19%)
- Pizza (17%)
However, regional tastes across the UK varied:
- In England overall, fish and chips also took the top spot (20%), though preferences varied from county to county.
- In Northern Ireland, Chinese food dominated (27%).
- In Scotland, Chinese again led (32%), while fish and chips came third.
- In Wales, fish and chips and Chinese were tied (22% each).
Other takeaway choices mentioned included Indian, fried chicken, Mexican, Vietnamese, Thai and sushi.
Interestingly, 5% of UK respondents said they wouldn’t order a takeaway at all, perhaps choosing to get to grips with their new kitchen from night one.
Ben Tripp, Owner and Managing Director of Tripps Removals, which has been moving people across the UK and abroad since 1867, commented:
“We’ve been moving families for over 155 years, and we know just how exciting – and exhausting – moving day can be. The first-night takeaway has become a bit of a tradition, and our fun survey shows that across Greater Manchester, it’s the familiar comforts that people turn to most. Whether it’s fish and chips, Chinese or pizza, these top choices clearly help people relax, settle in and start making their new place feel like home, wherever they’ve moved to.”
The survey was conducted by Censuswide on behalf of Tripps Removals in June 2025, with a nationally representative sample of 2,000 UK adults.
