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Find the Right Storage Unit Size for Your Needs

Choosing storage should be simple. Whether you need space for a few boxes, the contents of a home, or business stock, our unit size guide helps you compare options and find the right fit.

Every unit includes 24 hour access using your phone, flexible monthly terms, and no hidden fees.

Explore our storage unit sizes below.


Compact Storage Units: 11 to 25 sq ft

Ideal for personal storage, seasonal items, and smaller moves.
Compact units are designed for customers who need practical extra space without paying for more room than they need. They are popular for decluttering, student storage, archive boxes, and small furniture.

Best for storing
  • Boxes and personal belongings
  •  Suitcases and seasonal items
  •  Small furniture
  •  Sports equipment
  •  Student possessions
  •  Business records and archives

What fits
  • Up to the contents of a small room, depending on layout.

Ideal for
  • Students
  •  Flat dwellers
  •  People creating space at home
  •  Customers needing low-cost short-term storage

Available Compact Units
  • 11 sq ft
  •  15 sq ft
  •  20 sq ft
  •  25 sq ft

Why choose a Compact unit
  • Lowest entry cost
  •  Easy to manage
  •  Flexible for short term storage
  •  Great for first time storage users

Small Storage Units: 35 to 50 sq ft

Ideal for one bedroom flats and growing storage needs.
Small units suit customers who have outgrown a locker or compact unit and need room for furniture, appliances, or moving home.
Best for storing
Furniture
 White goods
 Beds and mattresses
 Moving boxes
 Office stock
 Tools and equipment
What fits
Contents of a one bedroom flat.
Ideal for
House movers
 Landlords
 Tradespeople
 Small business users
Available Small Units
35 sq ft
 40 sq ft
 50 sq ft
Why choose a Small unit
Strong value per square foot
 More room to organise belongings
 Good balance of cost and capacity
 Popular for home moves

Medium Storage Units: 55 to 110 sq ft

Ideal for two to three bedroom homes.
Medium units offer the most flexibility. They are often the best choice for customers who want enough room to store larger volumes and still access items easily.
Best for storing
Full household contents
 Furniture sets
 Appliances
 Business inventory
 Renovation storage
 Equipment and stock
What fits
Contents of a two to three bedroom property.
Ideal for
Families
 People renovating
 Growing businesses
 Longer term storage users
Available Medium Units
55 sq ft
 60 sq ft
 65 sq ft
 75 sq ft
 80 sq ft
 90 sq ft
 100 sq ft
Why choose a Medium unit
Most versatile size range
 Popular for house moves
 More access room inside the unit
 Strong long term value

Large Storage Units: 120 to 200 sq ft

Ideal for larger homes and commercial use.
Large units are suited to customers storing significant volumes or using storage operationally for business.
Best for storing
Contents of larger homes
 Business stock
 Trade equipment
 Archived materials
 Bulkier furniture
 Operational supplies
What fits
Contents of a three to four bedroom property, or significant business inventory.
Ideal for
Growing families
 Contractors
 E commerce businesses
 Commercial users
Available Large Units
120 sq ft
 150 sq ft
 200 sq ft
Why choose a Large unit
High capacity
 Efficient for business use
 Strong value at scale
 Suitable for longer stays

Extra Large Storage Units: 220 to 400 sq ft

Ideal for commercial storage and major moves.
Extra large units are built for serious storage requirements. These spaces suit larger operations, pallet storage, and customers needing warehouse style flexibility.
Best for storing
Palletised stock
 Large scale business inventory
 Commercial equipment
 Trade materials
 Full house contents during major moves
What fits
Large property contents or warehouse scale storage requirements.
Ideal for
Businesses
 Contractors
 Distributors
 Customers needing maximum space
Available Extra Large Units
220 sq ft
 400 sq ft
Why choose an Extra Large unit
Commercial scale capacity
 Excellent cost per square foot
 Operational flexibility
 Secure alternative to warehouse space

How to Choose the Right Storage Size

Not sure where to start. Use these simple guidelines.
Need to store boxes and smaller personal items
 Choose Compact
Storing furniture from a flat
 Choose Small
Moving a family home
 Choose Medium or Large
Need stock or equipment storage
 Choose Large or Extra Large
Still unsure. Contact us for help choosing the right fit.
Why Choose Gatehouse Self Storage
24 hour app based access
 Individual intruder alarms on every room
 Flexible monthly contracts
 No hidden fees
 Upgrade deals if you need more space
 Price match promise

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I choose a unit that is too small
You can upgrade to a larger unit, subject to availability.

Can I move to a different unit later
Yes. We offer upgrade options if your needs change.

Are larger units better value
Often yes. Larger spaces can offer lower cost per square foot.

Can I get help choosing a size
Yes. We can recommend the best option based on what you need to store.

Ready to Find Your Storage Space

What Size Unit Suits You Best?

Compact - Small - Medium - Large - Extra Large? Call Us for Price Match.
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Not got a suitable size?

No problem! Request a callback and one of our team will be in touch ASAP to help. When smaller units fully booked, we can try to upgrade you at good rate.
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