Rent a garage or lock-up near me in Northampton

Find the Right Garage to Rent in Northampton

Garage rentals in Northampton are a bit of a mixed bag, in the best way possible. Between the historic shoe factories, the commuter villages, and the student-heavy areas, the town’s garage scene changes block by block. Whether you’re after a secure space for a classic car, somewhere to stash your tools, or just a place to offload boxes while moving house, where you look makes all the difference.
 

Let’s start with the city centre, particularly the Shoe Quarter around Far Cotton and NN1. Garages here are often converted from old workshops or factory outbuildings. They’re solid, secure, and close to the action, but that comes with a price. You’re looking at around £191 a month, mostly because there just aren’t that many to go around. University of Northampton students also push up demand in this area, especially for bike storage around Avenue Campus.
 

If you’re after something with a bit more breathing room (and a little less price pressure), commuter villages like Brixworth and Olney are solid choices. In Brixworth, you’ll see garages snapped up by folks connected to Silverstone or Porsche Motorsport, whether they’re storing tools, trailers, or even race gear ahead of the Grand Prix. Olney, on the other hand, attracts Milton Keynes commuters thanks to its quick link to M1 Junction 14, plus a fair few homeowners who simply don’t have the driveway space for a second car or a van.
 

If value’s top of your list, Earls Barton and Wicksteed are where you’ll likely land. Garages here come in closer to £116–£122 a month, mainly because there’s more supply, fewer commuters, and not much student pressure. That said, you still get decent, clean units, especially if you’re just looking for a spot to stash garden tools, motorbikes, or seasonal storage.
 

Northampton’s shoemaking history throws up a few quirks, particularly in the older NN1 units. A lot of these garages were once part of old tanneries or leather workshops, which means moisture can be an issue, especially in winter. Most locals who rent here just run a cheap dehumidifier or throw down some moisture traps to keep fabrics, leather, or wooden furniture in good shape.
 

The River Nene is another thing to keep in mind, but it’s more about being aware than being worried. Garages in places like Moulton Park can be in lower-lying areas, so if you’re renting nearby, it’s always worth checking if the unit has decent drainage or raised flooring. Meanwhile, areas like Hardingstone are up on higher ground, no flood worries there, just good, dry storage.
 

Northampton’s also got its fair share of event-driven demand. Head towards Brixworth in July, and you’ll see garages getting snapped up ahead of the Silverstone Grand Prix, with traders and race crews looking for short-term storage. Over in Wicksteed, demand often ticks up around school holidays , mostly families using garages to stash bikes, garden gear, or clear space for visiting relatives.
 

One thing to check wherever you rent is access, especially in villages like Olney. Some of the lanes are pretty tight, and not every garage will handle a bigger van or SUV. It’s always worth swinging by beforehand just to make sure you can get in and out without a headache.
 

Overall, Northampton’s garage scene is what you’d expect from a town with this much history and variety. You’ve got industrial spaces, village compounds, and inner-city units all jumbled together and if you know where to look (and what questions to ask), you’ll find something that fits.

 

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