At Accrington Container Storage, a full-size 20ft container costs £150 per month including VAT. The price includes 24/7 drive-up customer access, monitored CCTV, a supplied CISA padlock and steel lockbox protection.
If you are comparing storage costs in Accrington, check the space you need and the full amount payable over your expected stay. A smaller unit may cost less overall, while a larger container can offer useful space for furniture, tools or business stock.
Storage costs: quick answer
- ACS price: £150 per calendar month including VAT for a full 20ft container.
- Rental examples: £450 for three months or £900 for six months at the published rate.
- Included: 24/7 drive-up customer access, monitored CCTV, a CISA padlock and lockbox protection.
- Budget separately: transport, packing materials and any insurance you arrange.
- Comparing providers: check VAT, billing periods, promotional rates, unit size and additional charges.
This guide explains how to calculate your storage budget and compare quotes without relying on headline starting prices.
How Much Does a Storage Container Cost at ACS?
A full 20ft container at ACS costs £150 per calendar month including VAT. You rent the whole unit, advertised at approximately 160 sq ft, rather than paying for an individual storage bay.
At the published monthly rate, your container rent would be:
| Rental period | Total container rent |
|---|---|
| 1 month | £150 |
| 2 months | £300 |
| 3 months | £450 |
| 6 months | £900 |
| 12 months | £1,800 |
These are rental calculations at the current published rate, rather than a prepaid package or a guarantee of future pricing. Confirm the applicable price and rental terms when booking.
What Is Included in the Monthly Price?
- A full-size 20ft container
- 24/7 drive-up access once you are a customer
- Electric gated entry and perimeter fencing
- 24/7 monitored CCTV
- A supplied high-security CISA padlock
- Steel lockbox protection
- Anti-condensation treatment
For the facility details and current availability, visit our Accrington storage units page.
What Affects Storage Costs in Accrington?
1. The Amount of Space You Need
Compare units that can accommodate your actual load. A low starting price for a small room is not a useful comparison if you need somewhere for sofas, wardrobes, appliances and boxes.
Equally, a full container may be more space than you need for a handful of belongings. Measure bulky items and allow room to reach anything you expect to collect during the rental.
Our guide to whether you need a full 20ft container can help you assess suitability.
2. The Facility and Storage Environment
Indoor rooms and outdoor drive-up containers offer different arrangements. Compare loading access, unit condition, security and any temperature or humidity control you need.
Being indoors does not automatically mean a unit is climate-controlled. Likewise, check the condition and condensation protection of a container before choosing it.
Read our container storage and indoor self storage comparison for a fuller explanation.
3. Access and Included Services
Check whether the quoted price includes the access hours, locks and services you need. A cheaper unit may be less convenient if you cannot collect tools before work or move furniture at the weekend.
ACS includes 24/7 customer access and a supplied padlock within its monthly rental price. Staff assistance is separate from customer access, so arrange visits requiring help in advance.
4. Rental Terms and Promotional Pricing
Ask how long an advertised offer lasts, what the standard rate becomes afterwards and how much notice you must give before leaving.
The most useful comparison is the total payable for your likely stay, rather than the first payment alone.
How to Compare Storage Quotes Fairly
Ask providers for a quote covering the same rental period and enough usable space for your belongings.
| Check | Question to ask |
|---|---|
| VAT | Is the advertised price the full amount payable, including VAT? |
| Billing period | Is the charge weekly, every four weeks or per calendar month? |
| Promotional offer | When does the offer finish, and what is the rate afterwards? |
| Extras | Are insurance, locks, administration or access charged separately? |
| Deposit | Is one required, and what are the refund conditions? |
| Ending the rental | What notice is required, and how is the final rental period charged? |
Weekly Prices Are Not the Same as Monthly Prices
Multiplying a weekly price by four gives you the cost of four weeks, not an average calendar month.
For an average monthly comparison, multiply the weekly price by 52 and divide by 12. For example, an illustrative rate of £35 per week works out at approximately £151.67 per calendar month. This is a calculation example, not a quote from a local provider.
For a short stay, ask for the actual total payable over your dates, including any minimum rental period.
What Other Storage Costs Should You Budget For?
Unit rent is only one part of your overall moving and storage budget. Consider:
- Transport: van hire, removal services, fuel and repeat journeys.
- Packing: boxes, tape, protective covers and other materials.
- Insurance: any cover you arrange for stored belongings.
- Rental overlap: time needed before loading or after your move.
ACS’s published £150 monthly price includes VAT, the supplied padlock and customer access. Insurance for your belongings is separate: check your existing policy or arrange suitable cover before storage.
Our guide to insurance for items in storage explains what to ask your insurer.
Is £150 per Month Good Value for Your Storage Needs?
Value depends on how much space you need and how you use it. A full container can be practical for bulky furniture, business stock or equipment, especially when direct vehicle access reduces repeated carrying.
However, the lowest cost per square foot is not necessarily the lowest total bill. If you only need a small room, renting more space than necessary may cost more overall.
A 20ft container can often accommodate the contents of a two to three-bedroom home, depending on furniture size and packing. Treat that as a guide rather than a guaranteed capacity.
Before booking, consider what must fit, how often you need access and whether you want space for a walkway or future additions.
Budgeting for Short-Term and Long-Term Storage
For a house move or renovation, allow for possible delays and check the notice requirements before choosing your start date. ACS rentals are available from one month upwards.
For a longer stay, compare the full projected rental cost and ask how any price changes would be communicated. Do not assume a discount or an introductory rate applies throughout the rental.
At £150 per month, each additional month adds £150 to the container rent. Keeping that calculation separate from transport and insurance makes your budget easier to manage.
Factor in Travel Costs and Convenience
ACS’s facility is at The Stoneyard, Coach Road, Accrington, BB5 0ED, serving customers across Accrington and nearby Hyndburn towns including Oswaldtwistle, Rishton, Great Harwood and Clayton-le-Moors.
If you will visit regularly, consider the journey from home or work. A lower rental price may offer less overall saving once you account for frequent trips.
Drive-up access can also matter when moving heavy items. For more detail, read our guide to how drive-up storage works.
Storage Cost FAQs
How much does a 20ft storage container cost in Accrington?
At Accrington Container Storage, a full 20ft container costs £150 per calendar month including VAT. The price includes 24/7 customer access, monitored CCTV, a supplied CISA padlock and lockbox protection.
How much would three or six months of storage cost?
At the published rate of £150 per month, three months of container rent totals £450 and six months totals £900. Budget separately for transport, packing materials and any insurance you arrange.
Do ACS storage prices include VAT?
Yes. ACS’s published £150 monthly container rental price includes VAT.
Is container storage cheaper than indoor self storage?
It can offer good value for larger loads, but a smaller indoor unit may cost less overall. Compare enough space for your belongings, the full rental-period cost, access arrangements and any additional charges.
Is insurance included in the storage price?
Insurance for your belongings is separate from ACS’s container rental price. Check whether your existing policy covers off-site storage or arrange suitable cover before moving items into the unit.
What is the minimum rental period at ACS?
ACS rentals are available from one month upwards. Confirm the notice requirements and how the final rental period is charged before booking.
Check Container Storage Availability in Accrington
Need space for furniture, stock or equipment? ACS provides full-size 20ft containers for £150 per month including VAT, with 24/7 drive-up customer access and security features included.
Tell us what you need to store and your expected rental period. We can discuss suitability, current availability and the applicable terms.
Or view our storage units in Accrington for the facility details.