Garages, lock-ups and storage space to rent in Southwark

Why Rent a Garage in Southwark?

Southwark runs all the way from the river at Bankside down to the woods at Dulwich, and renting a garage at one end is a very different experience from the other. Up north, around Tower Bridge and Bermondsey, you're in converted warehouses and new flats with hardly any storage, a short walk from the City. In the middle, Walworth, Camberwell and Peckham are a mix of Victorian terraces and big estates. Down south, Denmark Hill and Dulwich Village are leafier, with bigger houses and more families. What most of the borough has in common is that people are short on space, which is why Southwark garages are so often used for storage rather than parking. If you've been looking for storage space to rent in Southwark, a garage gives you a good-sized room close to home for bikes, furniture between moves, boxes, tools and seasonal stuff.

 

Average Garage Rental Prices in Southwark

Garage prices across Southwark vary quite a bit depending on where you look. The cheapest garages start from around £102 a month in Bermondsey and Bankside, while average prices range from £179 in Denmark Hill up to £249 in Tower Bridge.
 

As a rough rule, the further north you go, the more you'll pay. Tower Bridge (£249), Bermondsey (£238) and Canada Water (£237) are the priciest on average, with Rotherhithe close behind at £228. In the middle of the borough, Walworth averages £224 and Peckham £205, with Nunhead at £206. Head south and it gets cheaper again, with Camberwell at £187 and Denmark Hill at £179. The exception is Dulwich, where Dulwich Village and East Dulwich both average £218, and Dulwich Village has some of the priciest garages in the borough at up to £325. Garage rental options across Southwark include single and double garages, with doubles at the top of each area's range.

 

How to Choose the Right Garage in Southwark

If you're keeping a car, the Congestion Charge is the main thing to think about, and in Southwark it only covers the northern tip. Bankside, Borough and the area west of Tower Bridge Road are inside the zone, with Tower Bridge Road and New Kent Road forming the edge. Everywhere else, from Bermondsey and Canada Water down through Walworth, Peckham, Camberwell and Dulwich, is outside it. Driving in the zone costs £18 a day during charging hours, so if you drive a lot, a garage just outside it makes a big difference.
 

For storage you'll visit on foot, the north of the borough is well covered by the Jubilee line, with stations at Southwark, London Bridge, Bermondsey and Canada Water. Further south there's no Tube at all in Camberwell, Peckham or Dulwich, so you'll be relying on the Overground, national rail and buses. Picking a garage near your usual station or bus route makes a real difference to how often you'll actually use it.
 

A standard single garage can be as small as 2.4 metres wide and 4.9 metres long, which still suits a small or mid-sized car or the contents of a flat. Whichever area you're in, check the photos of the door and lock before you book, ask about lighting and access, and fit your own lock if you'd like the extra reassurance.

 

Tips for Renting a Lock-Up in Southwark

Search by postcode rather than by area name. Southwark's neighbourhoods run into each other (Bermondsey into Canada Water, Camberwell into Denmark Hill, Peckham into Nunhead), and the closest garage to your front door might be listed under the area next door. It's also an easy way to spot a cheaper option just over the boundary.
 

Then think about the trade-off between price and convenience. In the north of the borough you'll pay more, but you'll be a short walk from the City and the river. If it's storage you'll only visit now and then, a garage further south can save you a fair bit, since the gap between Tower Bridge and Denmark Hill averages works out at around £800 a year. Council garages are worth a look wherever you are, as they're usually good value and easy to get to at any hour, and if you only need to rent garage space for a short time, check the minimum term on the listing.


 

FAQs

How much is garage rent in Southwark?

It depends on the area. Garages start from around £102 a month in Bermondsey and Bankside, and average prices range from £179 in Denmark Hill to £249 in Tower Bridge. The north of the borough is generally pricier, while Camberwell and Denmark Hill are the most affordable on average. Size makes a difference too, with doubles and garages with their own parking space at the top of each area's range.

 

Where are the cheapest garages in Southwark?

On average, Denmark Hill (£179) and Camberwell (£187) are the cheapest areas, and both start from £145. If you're after the lowest possible price for a smaller garage, Bermondsey and Bankside have garages from £102. It's worth searching a few neighbouring areas, as prices can change quite a lot within a short walk.

 

How do I rent a garage in Southwark?

Search your postcode on Stashbee and you'll see the garages and lock-up garages to rent near you, with photos, sizes and prices. Council and private garages are both listed, so you can compare them side by side, and everything you see is available, so there's no waiting list. Check the door size, access hours and security, then message the owner with any questions or book online.

 

How much does it cost to rent a workshop in Southwark?

Most garages in Southwark are set up for storage rather than work, and many don't have power, so they're better for keeping tools and materials than for working in. For storage like that, garages start from around £102 a month. Some private owners are fine with lighter use, so it's worth asking. If you need a proper workshop, the railway arches running out of London Bridge through Bermondsey are let as commercial units.

 

Can I store a car in a garage in Southwark?

Yes. Most garages were built with cars in mind, and a standard single can be as small as 2.4 metres wide, so a small or mid-sized car will usually fit. Just measure the door if you drive something bigger. If you'll be driving regularly, a garage outside the Congestion Charge zone (east of Tower Bridge Road or south of New Kent Road) saves you £18 every day you drive during charging hours.