5 reasons for renting a unit while studying!

  • Moving into a tiny room – If your room is smaller than you thought, a storage unit near your campus can be the perfect extension of your room.
  • Accumulating stuff – Do you have way more stuff than at the beginning at the year? We’ve been there! Whatever you can’t fit in your room, you store!
  • Enjoying new hobbies – Being a student means trying out new hobbies or sports. And some of these equipment can take up a lot of space! So why not keep that mountain bike or canoe in storage?
  • Worried about security in a shared house – You won’t always know all your housemates’ friends, so keeping some things in storage can be reassuring.
  • Moving home for the summer – No need to move all your belongings out of your room every year. There is a better way! Simply store your stuff at Shurgard during the summer months. 
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How self-storage works at Shurgard

Self-storage with Shurgard is easy and convenient. Here’s how to organise it in 3 easy steps.
Step 1
Find the right unit
Use our tool to find the right storage unit at the right price.
Step 2
Rent your storage unit
Complete your rental online. Not sure? Reserve your unit for free with no obligation.
Step 3
Move in
Pack your belongings and move into your storage unit.
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Small storage unit sizes for students 

As a student you won’t need a storage unit the size of a garage. That’s why we recommend a locker or a small unit.

Locker 10 sq ft

Locker storage unit

From £5/week
For several boxes


Unit 10 sq ft

Locker storage unit

From £5/week
For smaller pieces of furniture, sport equipment and boxes


Unit 15 sq ft

Locker storage unit

From £6/week
For the content of a 150 sq ft room


Unit 20 sq ft

Locker storage unit

From £8/week
For the content of a 200 sq ft room


Student-friendly prices and way more!

Our storage prices match your need for flexibility and budget. 

  • We don’t ask for a security deposit, ever
  • You get free access to your unit 7 days a week
  • You can stay for as long or a short as you like
  • You are the only one who has access to your storage room
  • Our locations are close to campuses and easily accessible by public transport

Other things you need to know

We understand most students are on a tight budget. That’s why we keep additional costs to a minimum. What you will need to take into account:

  • A one-off administration fee of £20 when you sign your first contract. Returning customers don’t have to pay this fee. If you book your storage unit online, we’ll waive the administration fee as well.
  • A unique lock and key to your unit for £14.90 which you can re-use anytime you store with us.
  • Insurance for your stored items starting at £6 a week.

New to self storage?

How self storage works

Self storage with Shurgard is easy. You can rent a storage unit in just 3 steps.

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Our self storage prices

Here's how we quote the price of a self storage unit at Shurgard.

About storage unit prices

Our storage unit sizes

Examples of our different storage unit sizes and how to choose the right one.

See unit size examples

Temporary storage

What temporary storage at Shurgard means and how we can help you.

About temporary storage

Pick up & delivery vs. self storage

The main differences between pick up & delivery and self storage.

See comparison

Self storage FAQs

Do you have questions about self storage at Shurgard?

Check out our FAQs

Housekeeping tips

Get the most out of your storage experience with our housekeeping tips.

Read our housekeeping tips

See what customers say about Shurgard

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4.8/5 - 44121 reviews
Cathie George
Shurgard Deptford
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Very friendly staff, all of them were chatty and helpful whenever I had a question. Thanks to Farid, Chaice, and Georgia for being great employees, Shurgard should be proud of their dedicated staff.
Riley Welch
Shurgard Woolwich
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Assistant Manager Bret , was a life saver very kind and understanding. Will recommend .
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Shurgard Northampton Central
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Moving in was great. I’ve used them before and it was just as easy now as it was the last time. I also received a follow up call from Rachel to check in on how it went for me which was really nice. She was lovely and gave me some more information that I needed which was really helpful.
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Shurgard Alperton Park Royal
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SHAN WAS AMAZING TODAY, EVEN THOUGH HE WAS BY HIMSELF DEALING WITH MULTIPLE CUSTOMERS, I STILL FELT HIS SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT AND HE DID NOT MAKE ME FEEL NEGLECTED. HAPPY WITH MY UNIT AND THE SITE LOOKS SAFE AND SECURE
Darren Hartley-Moore
Shurgard Woolwich
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A bit of a confused start to the rental as we wanted a different unit from the one allocated, broke off partway through registration and was unsure of the opening times as various people I spoke to prior said different times. One call and Bret sorted it all out quickly. Thanks Bret! (",)


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