We've moved first 600km away to a big town and then interstate.
The first time I was working so straight away had contact with people. Sadly because we were both working at the same spot, most of our socialisation (OK well all) was with work people. Then we became friendly with all our neighbours (small cul-de-sac).
This time I wondered what we had done for the first six months, but it was kind of an extreme move. This time I wasn't working so I had to feel around for myself. In the last few months though, I can't tell you how much I'm glad we did it. I've made friends at preschool, swimming and gymnastics. People are generally friendly and easier to start chatting to. My kids have a freedom they'd never have had in Sydney. Their life isn't ruled by driving because it takes so long to get everywhere.