Need storage during your house move, renovation, or downsizing? Compare self-storage and removal company storage across the UK. Get free quotes in minutes.
Storage costs vary significantly by location — London and South East storage is 30–50% more expensive than northern cities. Booking a combined removal + storage package from one company often saves 10–20%.
| Storage Unit Size | Monthly Cost (Outside London) | Monthly Cost (London) |
|---|---|---|
| 15 sq ft (boxes) | £25 – £50 | £60 – £120 |
| 25 sq ft (1-bed flat) | £50 – £90 | £100 – £200 |
| 50 sq ft (2-bed flat) | £80 – £160 | £180 – £350 |
| 100 sq ft (3-bed house) | £150 – £280 | £320 – £600 |
| 200 sq ft (5-bed house) | £250 – £450 | £550 – £1,000 |
💡 Tip: Removal company storage (sometimes called "containerised storage") is often 20–30% cheaper than self-storage facilities. Items are loaded into sealed containers at your property and stored in the remover's warehouse — you can't access them daily, but it's ideal for bridging storage.
You load your own belongings into a rented unit in a storage facility. You have 24/7 access. Good for ongoing access needs, business stock, or longer-term personal storage.
Your removal company loads items into sealed containers or rooms in their warehouse. Lower cost but no daily access. Ideal as bridging storage between moves.
A storage pod is delivered to your door, you load it, and it's collected and stored at a facility. Convenient but often more expensive than facility storage.
When your completion dates don't align — storage between selling and buying prevents costly chain delays and lets you proceed independently.
Protect furniture and belongings while building work takes place. Storage avoids dust and damage and makes renovation projects faster.
Moving to a smaller home but not ready to part with everything? Storage lets you make decisions over time rather than in a rush on move day.
Moving internationally for work? Store your UK furniture and belongings safely while you're away — we compare secure long-term storage providers.
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