Self storage prices depend on 4 main factors:
the size of the storage unit you need
how long you will be storing your possessions
value of your possessions for insurance purposes
location e.g. self storage in London, the South East and other larger cities will always be more expensive than local self storage facilities.
Although smaller city centre locations and residential areas can also have higher average costs depending on availability. But there are ways to avoid additional storage costs by using a free collection & delivery service like the one we offer to store on the outskirts of the city instead of in Central London or another city centre. It’s just like a removals service without the higher moving costs.
The price of self storage can have large regional variations, but, as a guide, below we provide national averages reported by the Self Storage Association (SSA), including VAT in the UK annual industry report. A different self storage facility can charge a different storage price depending on location, availability, if they have a covered loading bay, and even if you need 24 hour access or regular access. This will affect the price of self storage in your area. Most storage facilities also offer extra services that come with additional costs so that can affect the average cost per square foot. There are also optional extra costs not included here to consider, such as packaging supplies (such as bubble wrap and boxes) and insurance cover. Something else to consider is whether you need your own locks such as a padlock or barrel locks. Most people prefer to supply their own locks.