Rent a Garage or Lock-Up Near Me in London

Yes, renting a garage space in London is actually pretty common. There are two main ways to go about it: you can try through your local council, or check out private listings on sites like Stashbee

Council garages are generally older lock-ups owned by local authorities. You'll find them scattered around residential areas, and they're usually decent value for money, but availability can be a real pain. Loads of councils have long waiting lists. In some areas like Southwark or Waltham Forest, you might even need to be a local resident or meet some other criteria just to get on the list.

Private garages - like the ones you'll see on Stashbee - are a bit different. You can book them right away without waiting around or jumping through hoops. These are owned by individuals or businesses across London, from up in Enfield all the way down to Battersea. The nice part is you can compare prices, see actual photos and pick exactly what size or access type works for you. It's definitely more flexible if you're in a hurry or don't fancy waiting forever.

The cost really depends on which part of London you're looking at, but you're typically looking at somewhere between £160 to £350 a month. In the outer boroughs like Havering, Lewisham, or Barking and Dagenham, you can usually find stuff toward the cheaper end - especially if you're willing to commit for more than three months. These places tend to give you more space, it's easier to get a van in and out, and there’s generally more availability.

When you get closer to Central London, in places like Camden, Islington, or Lambeth, the prices shoot up - no surprises there! But you are paying for convenience. Most people are happy to fork out a bit more if it means they can walk to their garage from home or work, particularly when they're storing things they need to grab regularly - business inventory, tools, that sort of thing.

If you compare it to traditional self-storage units, garages usually work out as better value per square metre, plus you get the bonus of being able to drive right up to it, having your own private space, and often getting in whenever you want, 24/7.

It really depends on which route you take - council or private.

For council garages, you'll need to get in touch with your local borough first to see what's available. Most let you apply online or give them a call, but be prepared to join a waiting list. Some boroughs will prioritise residents or people already in council housing. The whole process can drag on for weeks - sometimes much longer depending on how in-demand they are.

If you go with Stashbee, things move a lot quicker. Just pop in your postcode, have a browse through what's available, and compare things like how big the door is, when you can access it, and security features. Once you spot one that works for you, you can message the owner directly or just book it online there and then. Stashbee handles all the payment stuff securely, and the support team has your back throughout the whole rental. There's no mountains of paperwork and you don't have to be fixed in contract for ages - just stay as long as you need to.

You can find spaces to rent pretty much everywhere in London - though the type, price, and whether you can actually get one varies massively depending on where you're looking.

In the outer boroughs like Bexley, Harrow, and Enfield, you'll generally find bigger garages that won't break the bank, often attached to someone's driveway or small business premises. These are perfect if you're after long-term storage for furniture, personal bits and bobs, or equipment you don't need to get to every day.

You’ll often find that Zone 1 has a limited number of garages. This along with it’s central location mean that they come at a big premium. No surprises there.

In Zone 2–3 boroughs like Hackney, Hammersmith, or Greenwich, there's more competition, but also more options to choose from. These areas are popular with people who need to access their stuff frequently and want to stay close to where they live or work.

With Stashbee, you can filter your search by borough, postcode, or even specific features like "CCTV" or "on-site staff" - makes it loads easier to find somewhere that's in the right location and suits what you need it for.

A proper lock-up typically sets you back between £160 and £350 per month in London. These are brilliant for secure, long-term storage and are by far the most popular type people book through Stashbee.

You'll notice that older council lock-ups (usually brick-built with those manual up-and-over doors) are cheaper, but private lock-ups, especially in newer developments or gated communities, tend to be a bit more modern - some even come with lighting, easy drive-up access, and we've even seen some with EV charging points. The extra bells and whistles make them ideal for storing valuable stuff, stock if you run an online shop, bikes, tools, or just all the clutter that won't fit in your flat anymore.