Over half of Oxford's residents say moving house is one of the most stressful situations they will ever endure, according to a new study.

The research, commissioned by housebuilder St Modwen Homes, also suggests 42 percent of Oxford residents believe moving home is more stressful than tying the knot.

Over a quarter say moving house is harder than getting divorced, while around a third say it's tougher than a job interview or starting new work.

The figures show the average Oxford citizen will relocate on five times throughout their life, spending eight days each time on the packing and moving process.

Each move reportedly causes one minor injury on average, three arguments, and two bouts of tears.

St Modwen Homes is offering a scheme aiming to mitigate moving pressure by taking care of the selling process and contributing towards estate agent fees.

Jo Winston, sales and marketing director at St Modwen Homes, said: "Whilst some of these stats are shocking to read, for those who have endured the stresses that come with moving, this will unlikely come as a surprise.

"We are keen to put the excitement back into moving home, which is why we set up our Assisted Move scheme – to relieve home movers of both financial and time-related worries that seem unavoidable.

"Our initiative takes the pressure out of selling your existing home as we handle some of the most difficult parts of the process."