In and around Oldham, there are currently 41 storage providers with 61 facilities and 79 unique storage unit types.
| Storage unit type | Size | Average monthly price (city) | Average monthly price (country) | Difference (£) | Difference (%) |
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| Locker | 0–25 ft² | £ 71.21 | £ 77.06 | £ 5.85 | 8.2% |
| Small | 25–50 ft² | £ 108.40 | £ 121.66 | £ 13.26 | 12.2% |
| Medium | 50–100 ft² | £ 175.55 | £ 193.69 | £ 18.15 | 10.3% |
| Large | 100+ ft² | £ 324.51 | £ 318.63 | £ 5.89 | 1.8% |
For locker units (0–25 ft²), the average monthly price is £ 71.21, or £ 5.85 cheaper versus the national rate (8.2%). Comparing this on a ft² basis, locker units are £ 4.77 per ft², which is £ 0.50 cheaper versus the country average.
The average monthly price for a small unit (25–50 ft²) is £ 108.40, which is £ 13.26 cheaper than the national average (12.2%). When looking on a price per ft² basis, this equals £ 3.02 per ft², which is £ 0.17 cheaper than the national average.
A medium-sized unit (50–100 ft²) costs around £ 175.55, that's £ 18.15 cheaper compared to the national average (10.3%). On a ft² basis, medium-sized units in Oldham are £ 2.09 per ft², which is £ 0.21 cheaper than on a country-level.
For large units (100+ ft²), the average monthly price is £ 324.51, or £ 5.89 more expensive versus the national rate (1.8%). Comparing this on a ft² basis, large-sized units are £ 1.76 per ft², which is £ 0.10 more expensive versus the country average.
The cheapest storage unit in Oldham and the surrounding area is already available for rent from £ 27.52. This unit has an approximate size of 16.00 ft² and 42.00 ft³ and is offered by Cheap Storage Manchester. The second cheapest unit in Oldham and the surrounding area is for rent at a price of £ 31.20. This unit has an approximate size of 16.00 ft² and 42.00 ft³ and is offered by Simple Storage.
| Storage provider | City | Address | Zip code | Size |
Price/Month
Some storage providers quote prices on a daily, weekly, or 4-weekly basis instead of monthly basis. The prices shown are the prices recalculated on a monthly basis.
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| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 16.00 ft² | £27.52 / Month | View facility |
| Simple Storage | Rochdale | Queensway | OL11 2PX | 10.00 ft² | £31.20 / Month | View facility |
| Cheshire Storage | Stockport | Reddish Road | SK5 7BW | 20.00 ft² | £36.40 / Month | View facility |
| Storage Manchester | Manchester | 150 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 10.00 ft² | £41.60 / Month | View facility |
| Self Storage Tameside | Manchester | 150 Holland Street West | M34 3GG | 10.00 ft² | £43.33 / Month | View facility |
| Storage provider | City | Address | Zip code | Size |
Price/Month
Some storage providers quote prices on a daily, weekly, or 4-weekly basis instead of monthly basis. The prices shown are the prices recalculated on a monthly basis.
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| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 25.00 ft² | £41.17 / Month | View facility |
| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 35.00 ft² | £45.50 / Month | View facility |
| Shurgard | Manchester | 40-46 Ashton Old Road | M12 6LP | 25.00 ft² | £58.00 / Month | View facility |
| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 50.00 ft² | £63.92 / Month | View facility |
| Shurgard | Manchester | 40-46 Ashton Old Road | M12 6LP | 30.00 ft² | £64.00 / Month | View facility |
| Storage provider | City | Address | Zip code | Size |
Price/Month
Some storage providers quote prices on a daily, weekly, or 4-weekly basis instead of monthly basis. The prices shown are the prices recalculated on a monthly basis.
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| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 75.00 ft² | £84.50 / Month | View facility |
| Shurgard | Salford | North Phoebe Street | M5 4EA | 55.00 ft² | £98.00 / Month | View facility |
| Shurgard | Salford | North Phoebe Street | M5 4EA | 60.00 ft² | £104.00 / Month | View facility |
| TITAN Containers – Self Storage | Manchester | Southmoor Rd, Roundthorn Industrial Estate | M23 9DS | 64.00 ft² | £109.56 / Month | View facility |
| Shurgard | Salford | North Phoebe Street | M5 4EA | 75.00 ft² | £110.00 / Month | View facility |
| Storage provider | City | Address | Zip code | Size |
Price/Month
Some storage providers quote prices on a daily, weekly, or 4-weekly basis instead of monthly basis. The prices shown are the prices recalculated on a monthly basis.
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| Junction Self Storage | Manchester | Rake Lane | M27 8LR | 160.00 ft² | £125.00 / Month | View facility |
| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 125.00 ft² | £134.33 / Month | View facility |
| Cheap Storage Manchester | Manchester | 163 Holland Street | M34 3GG | 150.00 ft² | £150.58 / Month | View facility |
| Shurgard | Manchester | 40-46 Ashton Old Road | M12 6LP | 160.00 ft² | £158.00 / Month | View facility |
| Outer Space Storage | Denton | Unit 1 Denton Business Park, Windmill Lane | M34 3QS | 125.00 ft² | £190.00 / Month | View facility |
The surroundings of Oldham also offer storage rentals. Compare units in nearby areas.
Average prices in Rochdale are currently £ 176.84, which is £ 21.99 cheaper compared to Oldham. In Manchester, average prices are currently £ 196.76, which means that, on average, Manchester is £ 2.07 cheaper versus Oldham. Units for rent in Bury have currently an average price of £ 190.61, which is £ 8.22 cheaper than Oldham.
Well-known providers operating in or near Oldham – Apex Self Storage, Safestore Self Storage, and TITAN Containers – Self Storage.







Oldham presents a unique mix of housing, from traditional terraced houses in areas like Waterhead and Shaw to more modern developments in Royton and Chadderton. Many of these properties, particularly the older Victorian terraces, were built without modern storage needs in mind. This often results in limited attic space and a lack of built-in closets or garages. Even residents in newer apartments around the town centre can find themselves short on room for personal belongings, sports equipment, or seasonal items. This common lack of adequate storage space encourages many to seek external solutions to keep their homes organised and clutter-free without having to upsize.
When facing a space deficit, residents have several practical options. Self storage facilities offer secure, private units in various sizes, ideal for personal effects during a life event. For larger requirements, such as storing the entire contents of a home during a move or for business inventory, container storage provides a robust and cost-effective solution. A garage box is another excellent choice, perfect for securing a vehicle, tools, or bulky hobby equipment. Common triggers for renting a unit include renovating an older property, students at University Campus Oldham needing temporary storage, or local businesses requiring flexible storage space for rent for stock management.
Navigating Oldham with large items requires some planning. While major routes like the A62 Oldham Road and proximity to the M60 motorway offer good access to industrial estates where many storage facilities are located, residential streets can be narrow. Moving furniture out of terraced houses in areas like Lees or Glodwick can be challenging due to tight access and limited on-street parking. When choosing a facility, it is wise to consider the ease of vehicle access to the loading bay. For multi-storey units, confirming the availability of large service lifts is essential to avoid difficulties when transporting heavy or awkward possessions.
Deciding on the right unit involves balancing cost, location, and accessibility. A self storage for rent unit close to the town centre might offer maximum convenience but could come at a premium price. Conversely, facilities on the outskirts, perhaps towards Failsworth or Ashton-under-Lyne, may offer more competitive rates. It is important to weigh how often you will need to access your belongings against the potential savings of a less central location. Using a platform like The Storage Scanner allows you to compare various providers across Oldham, filtering by price and features to find a solution that fits your specific budget and needs.
The current average monthly rental price for a storage unit in Oldham and its surroundings is £ 198.83. Compared to the national average of £ 218.29 (9.8%), this means renting in Oldham is £ 19.46 cheaper. Looking at costs per ft², the average in Oldham is £ 2.61 / ft², while the national benchmark stands at £ 2.62 / ft². Put differently, on a per-ft² basis, Oldham is £ 0.01 cheaper compared to the country average (0.5%).
In and around Oldham, there are currently 41 storage providers operating a total of 61 facilities. The largest providers are Apex Self Storage, Safestore Self Storage, TITAN Containers – Self Storage.
In Oldham and the surrounding area, the most affordable storage unit starts from just £ 27.52 per month. This unit offers approximately 16.00 ft² and 42.00 ft³ and is available from Cheap Storage Manchester.
The average rental price in Rochdale is currently £ 176.84 per month, which is £ 21.99 cheaper compared to Oldham.
In Manchester, prices average £ 196.76 per month, making them £ 2.07 cheaper relative to Oldham.
For Bury, the average unit price is £ 190.61 per month, which is £ 8.22 cheaper than in Oldham.
| Storage provider | Address | City | Zip code | Distance (City center Oldham) | Prices starting from | |
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| Safestore Self Storage | Safestore Self Storage - 189 Manchester Road — Oldham189 Manchester Road | Oldham | OL8 4PS | 2.1 miles | On request | View facility |
| Shire Self Storage | Shire Self Storage - Ram Mill, Gordon Street — ChaddertonRam Mill, Gordon Street | Chadderton | OL9 9RH | 2.9 miles | On request | View facility |
| GB Storage | GB Storage - Unit 8, Duchess Street — OldhamUnit 8, Duchess Street | Oldham | OL2 7UX | 5.3 miles | £ 78.00 / Month | View facility |
| Secure Store Self Storage | Secure Store Self Storage - Morton Street, Failsworth Industrial Estate — ManchesterMorton Street, Failsworth Industrial Estate | Manchester | M35 0BN | 5.6 miles | On request | View facility |
| Meadow Self Storage | Meadow Self Storage - Hobson Street, Failsworth — ManchesterHobson Street, Failsworth | Manchester | M35 0JJ | 5.6 miles | On request | View facility |
| Easy Access Self Store | Easy Access Self Store - Richmond Street — Ashton Under LyneRichmond Street | Ashton Under Lyne | OL6 7ES | 5.8 miles | On request | View facility |
| Sure Store | Sure Store - Rayner Lane — Ashton Under LyneRayner Lane | Ashton Under Lyne | OL7 0FU | 6 miles | £ 81.03 / Month | View facility |
| Ashton Self Store | Ashton Self Store - Bentinck Street — Ashton-Under-LyneBentinck Street | Ashton-Under-Lyne | OL7 0PT | 6.4 miles | On request | View facility |
| ABS Self Storage | ABS Self Storage - 4B Brookside Works, Clough Road — Manchester4B Brookside Works, Clough Road | Manchester | M9 4EQ | 6.4 miles | On request | View facility |
| Storefirst | Storefirst - Crown Business Park — RochdaleCrown Business Park | Rochdale | OL11 2PU | 6.6 miles | On request | View facility |
| Simple Storage | Simple Storage - Queensway — RochdaleQueensway | Rochdale | OL11 2PX | 7.1 miles | £ 31.20 / Month | View facility |
| Simple Storage | Simple Storage - Queensway — RochdaleQueensway | Rochdale | OL11 2PX | 7.1 miles | On request | View facility |
| Secure Store Self Storage | Secure Store Self Storage - Lord North Street — ManchesterLord North Street | Manchester | M40 8HT | 7.7 miles | On request | View facility |
| Phoenix Self Storage | Phoenix Self Storage - Copley Mill, Huddersfield Road — StalybridgeCopley Mill, Huddersfield Road | Stalybridge | SK15 2QF | 7.9 miles | On request | View facility |
| Manchester Storage | Manchester Storage - Barking Street — ManchesterBarking Street | Manchester | M40 7BT | 8.2 miles | £ 160.00 / Month | View facility |
| 365 Self Storage | 365 Self Storage - 6 Whitworth Street — Manchester6 Whitworth Street | Manchester | M11 2GR | 8.9 miles | £ 200.00 / Month | View facility |
| Storage Manchester | Storage Manchester - 150 Holland Street — Manchester150 Holland Street | Manchester | M34 3GG | 9.3 miles | £ 41.60 / Month | View facility |
| Self Storage Tameside | Self Storage Tameside - 150 Holland Street West — Manchester150 Holland Street West | Manchester | M34 3GG | 9.3 miles | £ 43.33 / Month | View facility |
| Cheap Storage Manchester | Cheap Storage Manchester - 163 Holland Street — Manchester163 Holland Street | Manchester | M34 3GG | 9.4 miles | £ 27.52 / Month | View facility |
| Storage Time | Storage Time - Ashton Old Road — ManchesterAshton Old Road | Manchester | M11 2DW | 9.4 miles | £ 151.67 / Month | View facility |
| Safestore Self Storage | Safestore Self Storage - 202-208 Cheetham Hill Road, Cheetham Hill — Manchester202-208 Cheetham Hill Road, Cheetham Hill | Manchester | M8 8LW | 9.4 miles | On request | View facility |
| Pink Storage | Pink Storage - Gorton Road — ManchesterGorton Road | Manchester | M11 2DZ | 9.4 miles | On request | View facility |
| Shurgard | Shurgard - 40-46 Ashton Old Road — Manchester40-46 Ashton Old Road | Manchester | M12 6LP | 9.6 miles | £ 52.00 / Month | View facility |
| Outer Space Storage | Outer Space Storage - Unit 1 Denton Business Park, Windmill Lane — DentonUnit 1 Denton Business Park, Windmill Lane | Denton | M34 3QS | 9.9 miles | £ 55.00 / Month | View facility |
| Storebox | Storebox - 12 William Street — Manchester12 William Street | Manchester | M12 5FX | 9.9 miles | £ 111.93 / Month | View facility |
| White Self Storage | White Self Storage - 69 Manchester Road — Hyde69 Manchester Road | Hyde | SK14 2BT | 10 miles | On request | View facility |
| Ready Steady Store | Ready Steady Store - 1 Willerby Road — Manchester1 Willerby Road | Manchester | M8 9YG | 10.2 miles | On request | View facility |
| Apex Self Storage | Apex Self Storage - 2 Devonshire Street North, Ardwick — Manchester2 Devonshire Street North, Ardwick | Manchester | M12 6JQ | 10.2 miles | On request | View facility |
| TITAN Containers – Self Storage | TITAN Containers – Self Storage - Southmoor Rd, Roundthorn Industrial Estate — ManchesterSouthmoor Rd, Roundthorn Industrial Estate | Manchester | M23 9DS | 10.8 miles | £ 82.17 / Month | View facility |
| LoveSpace | LoveSpace - Pickup and Delivery - ManchesterPickup and Delivery | Manchester | — | 10.8 miles | On request | View facility |
| The Box Co | The Box Co - Pickup and Delivery - ManchesterPickup and Delivery | Manchester | — | 10.8 miles | On request | View facility |
| Spaces and Places | Spaces and Places - 60 Bury Old Road — Whitefield60 Bury Old Road | Whitefield | M45 6TL | 11.1 miles | On request | View facility |
| Sure Store | Sure Store - Units 5 & 6, Park 66, Pilsworth Road — BuryUnits 5 & 6, Park 66, Pilsworth Road | Bury | BL9 8RZ | 11.2 miles | £ 105.30 / Month | View facility |
| Cuboid Self Storage | Cuboid Self Storage - Turner Lane, Bredbury — StockportTurner Lane, Bredbury | Stockport | SK6 2SB | 11.7 miles | On request | View facility |
| Big Yellow Self Storage | Big Yellow Self Storage - 1 New Elm Road — Manchester1 New Elm Road | Manchester | M3 4JH | 11.8 miles | On request | View facility |
| Safestore Self Storage | Safestore Self Storage - Reddish Road, Reddish — StockportReddish Road, Reddish | Stockport | SK5 7BW | 12 miles | On request | View facility |
| Cheshire Storage | Cheshire Storage - Reddish Road — StockportReddish Road | Stockport | SK5 7BW | 12.1 miles | £ 36.40 / Month | View facility |
| Secure Store Self Storage | Secure Store Self Storage - 574 Manchester Road — Bury574 Manchester Road | Bury | BL9 9SW | 12.2 miles | On request | View facility |
| GRG Storage | GRG Storage - Cobden Street — SalfordCobden Street | Salford | M6 6NA | 12.2 miles | On request | View facility |
| Apex Self Storage | Apex Self Storage - 130 - 140 Princess Road, Hulme — Manchester130 - 140 Princess Road, Hulme | Manchester | M16 7BY | 12.4 miles | On request | View facility |
| Ela Self Storage | Ela Self Storage - Ela Mill, Cork Street — BuryEla Mill, Cork Street | Bury | BL9 7BW | 12.5 miles | On request | View facility |
| Shurgard | Shurgard - North Phoebe Street — SalfordNorth Phoebe Street | Salford | M5 4EA | 12.6 miles | £ 67.00 / Month | View facility |
| Apex Self Storage | Apex Self Storage - Etherow House, Woolley Bridge Road — HadfieldEtherow House, Woolley Bridge Road | Hadfield | SK13 2NS | 12.6 miles | On request | View facility |
| Secure Store Self Storage | Secure Store Self Storage - 52 Wash Lane — Bury52 Wash Lane | Bury | BL9 6AS | 12.6 miles | On request | View facility |
| Meadow Self Storage | Meadow Self Storage - Unit 1, York Street — BuryUnit 1, York Street | Bury | BL9 7AR | 12.7 miles | On request | View facility |
| Easy Access Self Store | Easy Access Self Store - Oldmoor Road, Bredbury — StockportOldmoor Road, Bredbury | Stockport | SK6 2QE | 12.9 miles | On request | View facility |
| Junction Self Storage | Junction Self Storage - Rake Lane — ManchesterRake Lane | Manchester | M27 8LR | 13 miles | £ 125.00 / Month | View facility |
| Safestore Self Storage | Safestore Self Storage - City Park, 34 Brindley Road, Old Trafford — ManchesterCity Park, 34 Brindley Road, Old Trafford | Manchester | M16 9HQ | 13.2 miles | On request | View facility |
| Big Yellow Self Storage | Big Yellow Self Storage - Bailey Road, Portwood — StockportBailey Road, Portwood | Stockport | SK1 2AD | 13.8 miles | On request | View facility |
| Safestore Self Storage | Safestore Self Storage - Crostons Road — BuryCrostons Road | Bury | BL8 1AF | 14.1 miles | On request | View facility |
| Storage Time | Storage Time - Vernon Mill, Mersey Street — StockportVernon Mill, Mersey Street | Stockport | SK1 2HX | 14.2 miles | £ 65.00 / Month | View facility |
| Safestore Self Storage | Safestore Self Storage - Bryant House, 61-63 Wellington Road North — StockportBryant House, 61-63 Wellington Road North | Stockport | SK4 1HS | 14.5 miles | On request | View facility |
| Manchester Self Storage | Manchester Self Storage - Tratford Park, Blackmore Park Road — ManchesterTratford Park, Blackmore Park Road | Manchester | M17 1AW | 14.7 miles | On request | View facility |
| Pink Storage | Pink Storage - Trafford Park Road — ManchesterTrafford Park Road | Manchester | M17 1HG | 14.9 miles | On request | View facility |
| Sure Store | Sure Store - 72 Burleigh Road — Stretford72 Burleigh Road | Stretford | M32 0GA | 15 miles | £ 43.68 / Month | View facility |
| The Store Room Self Storage | The Store Room Self Storage - 671 Eccles New Road — Manchester671 Eccles New Road | Manchester | M50 1AY | 15 miles | On request | View facility |
| A1 Secure Storage | A1 Secure Storage - Unit 5, Monde Industrial Estate, Trafford Park — ManchesterUnit 5, Monde Industrial Estate, Trafford Park | Manchester | M17 1LP | 16.2 miles | On request | View facility |
| Pickfords Self Storage | Pickfords Self Storage - The Furrows, Trafford Park, Stretford — ManchesterThe Furrows, Trafford Park, Stretford | Manchester | M32 0SZ | 16.4 miles | On request | View facility |
| Easy Access Self Store | Easy Access Self Store - Barton Dock Road, Trafford Park — ManchesterBarton Dock Road, Trafford Park | Manchester | M41 7ZA | 16.5 miles | On request | View facility |
| Storefirst | Storefirst - St Modwen Road — ManchesterSt Modwen Road | Manchester | M32 0ZF | 16.8 miles | On request | View facility |
| M60 Self Storage | M60 Self Storage - Dane Road — SaleDane Road | Sale | M33 7BP | 17.7 miles | On request | View facility |
Last updated: Wednesday 18 March
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