Safestore Self Storage

Safestore, self storage with 139 locations across the UK

Safestore is a self storage operator with 139 locations across England, Scotland and Wales, from Central London to Glasgow, and from Bristol to Newcastle. The company presents itself as the UK's largest self storage operator by number of locations, a claim supported by Cushman & Wakefield's 2025 annual report on the sector. Founded in 1998 and listed on the London Stock Exchange as Safestore Holdings PLC, it has over 25 years of activity.

Its network is not limited to the UK market: it also has facilities in France, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Italy, which places it, according to its own presentation, among Europe's leading groups in the sector. It is a member of the Self Storage Association UK, the trade body that sets standards for quality, safety and best practice.

Storage types for every need

The offering is organised around several customer profiles. For individuals, it covers situations such as moving home, clearing space at home, renovations or the need to store personal items for a set period. On the business side, it serves companies and e-commerce businesses that need to store stock, equipment, archives or office furniture, from sole traders to national companies. It also offers a specific option for students returning home during holidays or changing university accommodation.

Contracts are flexible with no long-term commitment, so customers pay only for the time they use the space.

Security and access

All nationwide locations have 24-hour CCTV and intruder alarm systems. The company also mentions extended access hours at certain locations.

Unit size catalogue

The site details a scale of sizes in square feet (sq ft) with approximate equivalences to make choosing easier. Domestic references range from 10 sq ft, comparable to the boot of a hatchback and intended for student luggage, up to 500 sq ft, equivalent to two large lorries, for moving large family homes. Other intermediate sizes are linked to everyday references: 25 sq ft (a small garden shed, the most popular size), 50 sq ft (half a single garage), 75 sq ft (a Luton van), 100 sq ft (a single garage) or 200 sq ft (a double garage). There are also external units of 160 sq ft and large-format spaces reaching up to 2000 sq ft.

For businesses, the table starts at 10 sq ft, intended for moving a small desk, and goes up to 600 sq ft for bulk or warehouse-style storage, with spaces that can reach 4000 sq ft. References include everything from small and medium office moves to larger business relocations.

How to book

The process is summarised in five steps: choose a location from the 139 available, select the room size and duration, get a quote using the pricing tool, arrange the rental online, by phone or in-store, and move your items in when you are ready. The company also sells boxes and packaging materials.

Promotions listed on the site

The catalogue reviewed showed offers such as the first month for £1 or 50% off for eight weeks, discounts of up to 55% for twelve-month stays and a lowest price guarantee. These are promotional terms published at the time of review.