Whether you’re between house moves, decluttering before selling, or storing furniture during a renovation, Birmingham and the wider West Midlands offer plenty of storage options. This guide covers the main self-storage facilities serving the city, from central Birmingham locations to budget-friendly options in surrounding towns like Oldbury and Kidderminster.
What to Look for in a Storage Facility
Before choosing a facility, consider how often you’ll need access, how long you’ll be storing, and whether you need drive-up access for heavy items. Most Birmingham storage providers offer flexible monthly contracts with no long-term commitment, but pricing varies significantly based on location, security features, and unit size. Central Birmingham facilities tend to cost more than those in Oldbury, Kingswinford, or Kidderminster, though the latter may require a longer drive when you need to collect items.
Security should be a priority. Look for 24-hour CCTV, individual unit alarms, PIN or key fob entry systems, and staff presence during business hours. Climate control matters if you’re storing wooden furniture, electronics, or documents—temperature fluctuations can cause warping, condensation, and mould.
Big Yellow Self Storage Birmingham
Big Yellow operates one of the most established storage facilities in central Birmingham, located at 20 Adams Street, off Dartmouth Middleway (B7 4LT). The site sits just outside the Clean Air Zone boundary, near Aston University and about a mile from the city centre. It has been open since 2009 and serves areas including Hall Green, Selly Oak, and the inner ring road corridor.
Units range from 10 square feet (small locker size) up to 500 square feet for larger household or business storage. Big Yellow offers 50% off for up to eight weeks for new customers. Access is controlled via PIN code with 24-hour CCTV monitoring. The facility includes free trolleys and loading bays, plus packing materials available for purchase or delivery.
Big Yellow also supports local charities including Anawim and Stage2 Youth Theatre, which may appeal to community-minded customers.
Safestore Self Storage
Safestore has the largest footprint in Birmingham with seven facilities across the city and surrounding areas. Key locations include Birmingham Central on Sherlock Street, Birmingham Middleway in Highgate, plus branches in Yardley, Sheldon, and Wednesbury. This spread makes Safestore convenient regardless of which part of Birmingham you’re moving from.
Units range from 16 square feet (locker size, good for student storage) up to 850 square feet (small warehouse size for business stock or complete household contents). Safestore offers a Lowest Price Guarantee—they’ll beat any comparable local quote by 10% for the first eight weeks, then price-match for your expected stay. All facilities feature 24-hour CCTV, intruder alarms, and key fob entry systems.
Booking can be completed online or by phone, though you’ll need to present ID documents in person before gaining access. Extended hours are available on request at some locations for an additional fee.
Access Self Storage
Access Self Storage operates three facilities in the Birmingham area: Birmingham Central at 180 Sherlock Street (B5 7EH), Birmingham Selly Oak at The Old Bus Garage on Harborne Lane (B29 6SN), and Birmingham Erdington at Kingsbury Trading Estate, 627 Kingsbury Road (B24 9PP).
The Selly Oak branch is particularly well-positioned for students and residents in the south of the city, sitting between Selly Oak Park and Selly Oak railway station. Access currently offers 50% off for the first 13 weeks for new customers, plus a price-match promise against comparable local quotes.
All three locations provide 24-hour access, drive-in loading bays, free trolleys and pallet trucks, and rolling monthly contracts with no long-term commitment. The minimum rental period is just seven days, making Access a good option for short-term storage during house moves. Standard reception hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am–6pm, Saturday 8:30am–5pm, and Sunday 10am–4pm.
Space Station Self Storage
Space Station is a regional operator with strong coverage across Birmingham and the Midlands. Their Birmingham-area facilities include Kings Heath (Warstock Road, B14 4ST), Stirchley (1581 Pershore Road, B30 2JF), Handsworth/West Bromwich (311 Middlemore Road, B21 0AL), and Solihull (16 Highlands Road, B90 4ND). The Kings Heath branch opened in 2005 and sits about four miles south of the city centre.
Space Station’s standout feature is their free removal service. If your items are within a 10-mile radius of your chosen facility, their team will collect, transport, and unload your belongings into your unit at no extra charge. This removes the need to hire a van or make multiple trips yourself.
Units range from 10 square feet up to 3,000 square feet, with 24-hour CCTV, individually alarmed units, and PIN or app-based access depending on location. Some sites offer drive-up units for easier loading of heavy furniture. The company has been operating since 1983 and now runs 18 locations across the UK.
Storage Giant
Storage Giant offers some of the most affordable self-storage in the Birmingham area, with facilities in Oldbury, Kingswinford, and Cannock currently open, plus a new Kidderminster branch opening soon.
Oldbury
The Oldbury facility at The Court House, Oldbury Ringway (B69 4JN) is about 20 minutes from the University of Birmingham and convenient for the western side of the city. Student storage lockers start from just £3.75 per week. The site features 24-hour CCTV, individually alarmed units, gated access, and on-site staff during business hours. Office space is also available for small businesses.
Kingswinford
The Kingswinford branch is around 30 minutes from Birmingham city centre, making it a budget option for those who don’t need frequent access. The site covers more than 40,000 square feet with over 40 different unit sizes, from 10 square foot lockers to 360 square foot mini-warehouse units. Business perks include free parking, office space rental, mailbox services, and around-the-clock access.
Kidderminster (Opening Soon)
Storage Giant’s new Kidderminster facility is currently taking bookings ahead of opening. Located at Ratio Park on the South Kidderminster Enterprise Park, adjacent to the A451 Stourport Road and near the Wyre Forest District Council offices, this purpose-built site will offer over 35,000 square feet of storage space across 514 individual units.
Prices will start from less than £5 per week, making it one of the cheapest options in the wider Birmingham and Worcestershire area. The location is easily accessible from the A451 and suits customers in Stourport, Droitwich Spa, Worcester, and the western fringes of the West Midlands who want lower prices in exchange for a slightly longer drive.
Storage Giant’s expansion into Kidderminster is part of a broader growth plan that includes new sites in Willenhall and Witney during 2025, with eight more locations planned across the North West over the following three years.
Shurgard Oldbury
Shurgard operates a modern facility in Oldbury with a particularly attractive introductory offer: just £1 for your first month’s rent, with no deposit required. After the first month, pricing depends on unit size and availability.
The facility offers seven-days-a-week access with extended hours, 24-hour CCTV surveillance, and personal locks and keys for each unit. Shurgard uses an app-based system for account management and facility access, which some users find convenient once set up, though there can be a short delay between signing up and gaining access while verification completes.
Choosing the Right Size
Most storage providers offer online size estimators, but as a rough guide: a 25 square foot unit holds the contents of a small room or about 20–25 boxes. A 50 square foot unit suits a studio or one-bedroom flat (roughly the size of a Transit van load). A 100 square foot unit accommodates a one to two-bedroom flat, while 150–200 square feet handles a three-bedroom house.
If you’re unsure, most facilities allow you to upsize or downsize during your rental period. It’s often better to start slightly smaller and move to a larger unit if needed than to pay for space you don’t use.
Tips for Moving Items Into Storage
Pack heavier items in smaller boxes to keep them manageable. Use bubble wrap and packing paper for fragile items, and clearly label each box on multiple sides. Disassemble flat-pack furniture where possible to save space. Store items you’ll need to access at the front of the unit, and leave a narrow walkway if your unit is large enough.
If you’re using a man and van service to transport items to storage, choose a facility with good vehicle access and loading bays. Ground-floor or drive-up units save time compared to using lifts and trolleys through corridors.
Summary
Birmingham has no shortage of storage options across all price points. Central facilities like Big Yellow and Safestore offer convenience and established security, while operators like Storage Giant in Oldbury and the upcoming Kidderminster branch provide budget-friendly alternatives for those willing to travel slightly further. Space Station’s free collection service within 10 miles removes the logistics headache entirely if you’re within range of one of their branches.
Compare current offers before committing—introductory discounts of 50% off or £1 first months are common and can significantly reduce costs for the first few months. Most facilities offer flexible monthly contracts, so you’re not locked in if your circumstances change.
