In our ultimate guide, you will find out everything you need to know about our self storage in Brighton. From pricing to unit sizes, what to look out for and what to avoid. Plus, we will let you know all the areas our Brighton store serves. 

Brighton is a beautiful seaside city, 47 miles south from London. Popular with tourists, it is also a very popular place for students, many of whom never want to leave this vibrant, inclusive city. Home to the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex, over 30,000 students move into the area each year, all of whom could really benefit from our student storage. 

Whether you are student or not, many of those who live in Brighton will find themselves in need of storage due to the houses being compacted Regency terraces or Edwardian semis, both of which can lack in storage. Our units will be great if you just need more space but they are also excellent for renovations of house move storage Brighton. 

Brighton is also home to booming e-commerce and creative industries with many SME businesses who would really benefit from storage for their stock, equipment, creative supplies and business documents. 

As we have already mentioned, Brighton is a major tourist hotspot so there will also be many businesses who cater to tourists and only operate during the tourist season. We will be able to offer seasonal business, either for the months where you have stock that needs storing or during the off months when you need to store all of your equipment and any stock that didn’t sell. 

Our Brighton facility is located at The Depository, South Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 6SB, next to Preston Bowls Club and across the road from Preston Park. We are just a 9 minute drive, via the A23, from the centre of Brighton. Our storage serves Brighton city centre, Hove, Preston Park, and all of East Sussex. 

Our Brighton storage is 4.9 rated on Google and on Trustpilot, we have 2000+ 5-star reviews. Ours is storage that you can trust. 

Our Brighton storage facility 

What Size Storage Unit Do You Need? 

This is always the first question that you should ask yourself as you want to make sure that you rent a unit that fits your needs. You don’t want it to be too big because then you will be paying money for space you aren’t using. You don’t want it to be too small because this could lead to your belongings being damaged if they are squashed into a small unit. 

The table below shows you an estimate of what you can fit within certain size units:

• 15 sq ft (large wardrobe / telephone box) – 20–30 boxes, seasonal items, surfboards, sports equipment
• 25 sq ft (small shed) – Studio flat contents, student belongings over summer, small office clearout
• 50 sq ft (transit van load) – 1-bed flat contents, small business inventory, e-commerce stock
• 75 sq ft (large van) – 2-bed flat contents, tradespeople tools and materials
• 100 sq ft (single garage) – 3-bed house contents, medium business stock, document archive
• 150+ sq ft (double garage) – 4-bed house, large business inventory, pallet storage

At our Brighton store, our units range from 15 sq ft to 150+ sq ft. If you still aren’t certain about which unit will be right for you, our Brighton team is on hand to help you find your perfect unit. 

Along with units, we also have serviced offices available to rent. These have proven to be really helpful for many of your business customers, across all of our stores, including Rhianne Chin-Keow, from Cley Celebrations who had this to say about her unit-office combo:

“I initially went just for a unit, but I explained my needs to the team and they told me about an office which was available and I got it there and then. I knew I was going to be at the unit quite often because I have to dispatch orders every single day. When they said there was an office – there’s heating, electricity, lighting, wifi – it meant I could take all my business operations out of my house and into Cinch Storage. It was just a no brainer.”

Our storage will also be excellent for students studying at the University of Brighton or the University of Sussex. Our 15-25 sq ft units will be perfect for storing items over the long summer holidays or during a year-abroad. 

View available units at our Brighton facility 

How Much Does Self Storage Cost In Brighton? 

When it comes to the price of self storage, the location is a big factor. Storage in Brighton will be 10-20% cheaper than Central London but likely more expensive than that found in surrounding Sussex towns. But, when it comes to price, you should take into consideration the convenience of the location, the level of security and the flexibility of rental contracts. 

The actual price you pay will also depend on:

• The unit size you need
• The duration of you stay
• The access hours you need – standard vs extended
• Whether you take out insurance on your unit 

You should also remember to compare price per sq ft and not just total price. This will help you to get the best value for your money. You should also be on the lookout for hidden fees such as admin fees, mandatory insurance and exit fees. 

At Cinch Storage, we have no hidden fees and you will actually be refunded for any unused days. No competitor in Brighton offers this but we feel it is important that you only pay for what you use. 

We also offer a price match promise so if you do find a cheaper price elsewhere, we will match it. And for the first 8 weeks you will get 50% off. 

Choosing A Secure Storage Facility In Brighton 

When it comes to choosing a storage facility in Brighton, you should be on the lookout for a facility that has a high level of security. Within this section of our guide, we will talk you through the features you should look out for and the things you should avoid. 

Security Checklist 

These are the security features that you should be on the lookout for when looking at storage facilities:

• Monitored 24/7 CCTV surveillance
• Individual unit alarms on every unit
• Fire and smoke detection systems fitted to every unit
• PIN code access control – customer-only entry, all access logged
• Perimeter security and well-lit premises

At Cinch Storage, we have alarms and smoke and fire detectors on every unit. There is monitored 24/7 CCTV surveillance and a high level of perimeter security. We also have pin-code access which allows you access to your unit during our extended opening hours. 

Access Considerations

There are also many access features that you should take into consideration when looking at storage because you want to know that you can gain access when you need it. 

At our Brighton facility, we have two types of access:

• Standard opening hours when the Brighton team is in store
• Extended opening hours when you gain access with your pin-code 

Our extended opening hours are available at the customers request and at the stores discretion so you will need to speak with the Brighton team if you feel they would be helpful. 

Our Brighton store also has drive-up units where you can gain easy access in your car/van to load and unload your unit. We have loading bays and trolleys which are free to use. 

Red Flags To Avoid

Along with their being things you should be on the lookout for, there are some things that you should definitely avoid. These include:

• Long minimum stays
• Excessive admin fees 
• Mandatory insurance at inflated rates
• Hidden exit charges

At Cinch Storage, we have no hidden fees of any sort and, although we offer insurance, it is not mandatory for you to take it out. 

We have no minimum stay. All of our storage comes with flexible rental terms. This means that you can change your storage at any time. You are even free to leave your unit before your rental period has ended. We just need a short period of notice and you will be refunded for any unused days (please speak to your Brighton team for full details). This is completely unique to Cinch Storage and not offered by any of our competitors. 

See our Brighton facility’s security features 

Find Cinch Storage Brighton

Our Brighton store is located at The Depository, South Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 6SB, right next to Preston Park in central Brighton. We are the closest storage facility to the city centre. 

Our contact information is:  

Phone: 01273 560 660

Email: brighton@cinchstorage.co.uk

Our Brighton facility can be easily accessed by car or public transport and, within this section, we are going to look at how easy it is to find us. 

By Car

From A23 (London Road): 

Head up London Road and turn onto Preston Road at Preston Circus. Head up Preston Road, past Preston Park, and then turn left onto South Road at the traffic lights. 

From A27 (east or west): 

Exit at Brighton, follow signs towards the city centre via Preston Road. Drive up Preston road, past Preston Park, and turn left onto South Road. 

From A270 (Lewes Road): 

Head up Grove Crescent and turn right onto The Droveway, driving past Tesco Express. When you reach South Road, drive down it and turn right into The Depository. 

We have free on-site parking for our customers, including wide access for vans and lorries. We also have loading bays making loading and unloading you unit much easier. 

By Public Transport

Brighton Station: 

A 30-minute walk north via Station Street, Argyle Road and Preston Road. Or a 13 minute bus ride on the 5, 5A, 270 or 271 buses. 

Preston Park Station: 

8-minute walk, via Claremont Terrace and Holme Road, making our storage ideal for customers arriving from Hassocks, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath

London Road Station: 

22-minute walk east, via Preston Road (A23). Or a 13 minute bus ride on the 5, 5A or 271 buses. 

Bus routes: 5, 5A, 5B serve Preston Road; 46, 46A along London Road

There are frequent trains from London Victoria and London Bridge which will have you in Brighton in under 60 mins. 

By Bike

Our Brighton facility is located on a National Cycle Route and we have secure bike parking available. You can arrive by bicycle, from the centre of Brighton, via the A23 in 13 minutes. 

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Self Storage For Brighton, Hove And East Sussex 

Within this section, we will guide you through all the areas our storage serves in Brighton and the surrounding areas. 

Brighton Neighbourhoods (Primary Coverage)

• Preston Park (BN1) – This is our home neighbourhood and just 2 minutes from our  facility. Our storage will be perfect for residents living in the Victorian and Edwardian terraces around Preston Drove and Surrenden Road who are lacking in storage space. 
• North Laine & City Centre (BN1) – 11 minute drive south, down A23. This is Brighton’s creative quarter and is packed with independent shops and market traders in need of business storage.
• Patcham & Hollingbury (BN1) – 3-9 minutes north via the A23. Many family homes in the area with storage needs due to renovations and loft conversions. 
• Hanover & Elm Grove (BN2) 10 minutes south from our facility, this area is the student heartland as it is very near to University of Brighton campuses. There will be high demand for summer and inter-term student storage.
• Kemptown (BN2) – 14 minutes south-east, the area is located along the coast. Filled with period properties and flats, it would benefit from our storage. 
• Moulsecoomb & Bevendean (BN2) – 13 minutes north, via A270, this area is home to the University of Brighton’s Moulsecoomb campus. We will help students with their student storage needs year round. 
• Falmer (BN1) – Home to University of Sussex’s main campus. Our storage will help students and staff in need of convenient, secure storage close to campus.
• Fiveways & Preston Village (BN1) – Walking distance from our facility. This is a popular residential area with families needing storage after decluttering and/or renovating. 

Hove & Portslade (BN3, BN41)

• Central Hove (BN3) – 8 minutes west via B2185. Home to many regency townhouses and period conversions with minimal built-in storage, making a high demand for personal storage. 
• Portslade & West Hove (BN41, BN3) – 11 minutes drive, via Dyke Road Avenue, this area is a mix of Industrial and residential. We will provide business storage for local SMEs and tradespeople along the Old Shoreham Road corridor.
• Aldrington & Hangleton ​​(BN3) – Residential areas with families needing seasonal and home improvement storage.

Wider East Sussex Coverage

• Lewes (BN7) – 20 minutes, via A27, from our facility. This county town has many period homes and antiques trade. Our storage will be excellent for personal and furniture storage. 
• Peacehaven & Newhaven (BN9, BN10) – 30 minutes east along the A259 coast road. These are growing residential areas and we are ready to help residents with their storage needs. 
• Hassocks, Burgess Hill & Haywards Heath – Mid-Sussex towns 15–25 minutes north of our facility. There are direct rail links to Preston Park Station.
• Rottingdean & Saltdean (BN2) – Coastal villages east of Brighton Marina, 20 minutes from our storage facility which will be excellent for storing sport equipment and surfboards. 

Business Storage in Brighton

• North Laine & The Lanes creative businesses – This area is filled with independent retailers, market traders, artists needing storage for stock, art materials and equipment. 
• Brighton Marina businesses – Home to many marine trades, leisure businesses, hospitality operators, all of whom could benefit from storage. 
• Preston Road commercial corridor – Home to many local businesses, tradespeople, and e-commerce sellers who could use storage for stock, equipment or business documents. 
• Hollingbury Industrial Estate – Many businesses run from within this industrial estate. We would provide storage overflow stock or archive storage.
• Tourism and events businesses – Seasonal stock storage for Brighton Festival, Pride, Conferences etc. 

Our Brighton facility covers the following postcodes: BN1, BN2, BN3 (primary); BN41, BN43 (Portslade/Shoreham); BN7, BN9, BN10, BN25 (wider Sussex).

Frequently Asked Questions About Self Storage In Brighton 

1. How much does self storage cost in Brighton? 

How much your self storage will cost is dependent on a range of factors including:

• Unit size
• The duration of you stay
• What access hours you need – standard vs extended 
• Whether you take out insurance for your unit

With our storage, we offer 50% off for your first 8 weeks on all of our units and we will price match if you get a cheaper quote from one of our competitors. 

We will refund you for unused days so you will only pay for what you use. This is unique to Cinch Storage and not offered by any of our competitors. 

2. What size storage unit do I need? 

The size unit you need will depend on what you need to store. This is what can be stored in the following unit sizes:

• 15 sq ft (large wardrobe) – 20-30 boxes, seasonal items, sports equipment
• 25 sq ft (small shed) – Studio flat contents, small office clearout
• 50 sq ft (transit van) – 1-bed flat contents, small business inventory
• 75 sq ft (large van) – 2-bed flat contents, tradespeople tools & materials
• 100 sq ft (single garage) – 3-bed house contents, e-commerce stock
• 150+ sq ft (double garage) – 4-bed house, business inventory, pallet storage

Our self storage in Brighton ranges from 15 sq ft to 150+ sq ft so we are certain to have aunty to suit your needs.  

3. Is my storage unit secure? 

At our Brighton facility, all of our units are fitted with an alarm and smoke and fire detectors. There is monitored 24/7 CCTV surveillance and the perimeter is secure and well-lit. 

We have pin-code access which will allow you convenient access to your unit whilst keeping other people’s units safe and secure. 

4. What can’t I store? 

You cannot store any of the following:

• Hazardous materials
• Perishable food items
• Illegal substance or Stolen goods
• Weapons and Ammunition
• Living things
• Scented or Wet items
• Medial supplies
• Combustible or Pressurised items
• High value items without proper insurance 

5. What are your access hours? 

Our standard opening and extended opening hours can be found on our main facility page here. 

6. Do you offer student storage?

Yes, we offer student storage Brighton. We have affordable units, ranging from 15 sq ft, ready to be used by University of Brighton and University of Sussex students. 

7. Can you accept deliveries for me? 

Yes, we will accept deliveries for you. We will be in when you are out, allowing you to get on with your day. 

Ready For Self Storage In Brighton And Hove? 

With our self storage in Brighton, you will find your ideal storage unit that is safe and secure and which comes with completely flexible rental terms. You will never be locked into a contract and you will be refunded for any unused days. 

Our storage is also cost effective and we offer a price match promise. This means that if you do find cheaper storage with one of our competitors, we will match the price. You will also receive 50% off for your first 8 weeks renting with us. 

Rated 4.9 on Google and with over 2000 5-star reviews on Trustpilot, our storage has been serving Brighton, Hove and the surrounding area to a high standard since we acquired the facility. We offer the best storage to help local people and businesses.

Explore our storage units in our Brighton facility or give us a call on: 01273 560 660 for more information.