To live in my car/camp full time??

Why on earth have you resurrected a post from 6 years ago?

Rent addresses isn't difficult car living is very common now van would give more space but car is doable,

Hi OP,

I did just this for a couple of weeks before the big heatwave. It wasn’t too bad tbh, but possibly because it was a bit of a novelty and for a short time only. I did save a bit of money, and had a spa break at the end of it, -spending most of the saving in the process-

A few things I’d advise:

1. Get good blackout blinds
2. Make yourself as comfy as possible with a lilo, mattress topper, good pillows etc
3. Have personal alarms and other items to protect yourself if need be
4. Park somewhere visible (won’t be as quiet as a country lane but you will be/feel safer)
5. Park in roads you feel comfortable in, but move your car every night- do not park outside the same house every night, for example
6. Let people know where you are and check in every night, but only close people you trust
7. Consider renting someone’s driveway- I did this and felt the safest I could, tbh
8. Work hard and keep to a routine, then you will fall asleep easily each night. I believe the routine is vital
9. Watch car living vlogs on YouTube- I found Katie Carney’s to be helpful

Good luck, and hope your vehicle is not a mini. If you’ve decided not to do this (haven’t read through thread properly yet!), good luck with saving - it’s worth it in the end!

Are you going to be staying in campsites? At least that would provide a degree of safety and toilet facilities overnight.

I don't see how it could work long term though, especially in the winter, when sites will be closed.

Can you move in with your parents?

Good luck whatever you do.

A properly kitted out campervan would be much better and safer than a normal car too.

I applaud you for trying to think your way around the problem, and in this YANBU. However, it's really not safe enough for you to sleep in your car for all the reasons people have stated here (very cold in winter, insecure, no booze ever, nowhere for you to be able to relax in the evenings). There are better options people have suggested here though - a caravan on a camping site (you need to move out for 2 months a year I believe for it to be legal but that's easily done), property guardianship where you take care of empty properties, or living on a houseboat. Would any of those work for you where you are?

Where I currently live there are vacancies for property guardians , they live in buildings marked for demolition, at a greatly reduced rent as the deal is that they are not always residential properties (eg might be an old school or similar) and can get evicted with minimal notice
Some people I know have been very happy with the properties they’ve been guardians at

I believe she goes on holiday (with the caravan) one month so she's only there 11 months of the year.

A friend lives in a caravan on an all year round campsite. It was very cold in the winter though, even in a caravan with some heating and a very fluffy dog. She has an awning up now for a bit more space too.

The poster above was right about what you do on evenings and weekends when you can't go to your parents. I would look to swap the car for a camper van and find a site to stay on (toilets, electric, hot water etc and a bit more space to sit in of an evening).

I would live in a tent on a campsite but not in my car. Where would you sit of an evening? Just in your seat?

Please don't. It sounds awful. There must be another way.

Not sure if your car insurance would still be valid without a fixed address.

Also, if you're considering a static caravan, please know it's illegal to live in a caravan on a holiday park.

Discodawn has a good sound inexpensive solution

Please don’t do this, apart from being an utterly miserable existence it would be dangerous in the cold weather

I think it would be a lot harder than you might think.

A friend of mine rents a room for quite a lot less than renting a full place (her XH left her with debt), she has a room with a proper lock on it, and access to a kitchen, bathroom and lounge if she wants. She's almost in a position to get her own place again now 🙂. Would that be an option? I can't imagine living in a car for 2 years would be safe or pleasant.

Another option would be living with an elderly or disabled person in their home, and committing to about 10 hours of household tasks each week in return for a low/no rent. It's called homeshare- homeshareuk.org

You won't be able to drink at all. If you are caught sleeping in your car while under the influence you can be charged with being drunk in charge of a vehicle.

you'd need to be careful where you parked as there are restrictions in place, and as log as you aren't trespassing on gov or private property you should be fine.

www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201808029076391#desc

Could you buy a cheap camper type thing

Maybe borrow a couple of grand and it would be paid back in saved rent in three or four months

Where are you going to wee and poo?

What happens when it’s really hot/cold?

Why the hell don’t you just move areas?

@poisonoussmurf - one of those in Bristol is my brother! I was doubtful when he told me, but it's been 12 months now so I guess he knew best! He bought a van and converted it himself so he has basic camping facilities, member of 24h gym (yes they exist apparently!) but he has a job, a PO box for mail and can use family members homes in emergencies etc. He rents a garage for his hobbies - making furniture and doing up old bicycles. For him it was a definite choice and a preference rather than being forced into it.
Don't know if OP is male or female, it shouldn't make a difference but it probably does. And a converted van is a completely different kettle of fish to a car. But the overall principal is not too outrageous.
Maybe move to Bristol, OP, and hang out with my brother! 😁

Takes less than two minutes. Siiigh. Butter fingers.

Sleeping in the car doesn't sound safe. It talks less than two minutes to break into most cars.

Why not look into the Tiny House movement?
www.tinyhouseuk.co.uk/
www.powertochange.org.uk/blog/birth-tiny-house-movement-bristol/
thetinylife.com/what-is-the-tiny-house-movement/