Setting up self-storage for your business is likely going to differ depending on a variety of factors; your location, industry type, and what you intend to store are just a few examples. For businesses in Stoke-on-Trent, we’ve got an excellent, hassle-free solution for you: secure, cost-effective, and business-focused storage in not one, but two of the city’s main areas.
We’ve created this guide for Stoke business owners who may be running out of office space, looking for a new place to store equipment, or want an area outside of their home to base their business from. This guide will cover:
Stoke-on-Trent is one of the Midlands’ key business hubs, with strong transport links via the A500 and M6. Hanley is the city’s main commercial centre, home to brands like Emma Bridgewater and Michelin. For business owners, this makes Stoke a cost-effective location with excellent connections to nearby towns such as Newcastle-under-Lyme and Longton, as well as major cities like Birmingham and Manchester.
Before booking a unit, it’s important to consider the location of the storage facility, and how it will work with your business. For example, you may find one that’s close to home but might not be best placed for the areas you service. Equally, your business might have several retail or office locations, so it’s about finding a storage unit that’s perfectly situated between them.
If you’re unsure, refer to our handy checklist of things to consider:
These are just a few of the top considerations to factor in when choosing where to store and may differ depending on your needs.
Once you’ve decided on the perfect location, it’s now time to choose a unit. Most startup businesses will go for a smaller size to begin with, and upgrade as their requirements grow. Luckily, at Kangaroo, we don’t charge any fees for switching room size, so you’ll have complete flexibility.
| Unit Size | What It Fits | Best For |
| 9 – 35 sqft | Boxes, small equipment, or the contents of a very small office | Startups, sole traders, document or sample storage |
| 50 – 100 sqft | Equivalent to a single garage, fits office furniture, stock, or shelving | Online retailers, small shops, growing businesses |
| 150 – 200 sqft | Larger stock deliveries, multiple pallets, or full office contents | Medium-sized businesses, regional operations |
| 250 sqft | Equivalent to a large double garage, bulk storage, or consolidated inventory | Established retailers, logistics, or multi-site businesses |
Beyond unit size, you’ll also want to consider whether you want a specific type of storage space, or if there’s one that would work particularly well for your business. For example, at Hanley, we also offer drive-up units — ideal for trades and businesses that need to load and unload heavy items daily. Alongside this, you’ll find a choice of ground-floor rooms, upper-floor rooms, and lockers, giving you flexibility based on your business needs.
Now that you’ve got the location and unit, the next steps are all about making your unit work for your needs. We’re storage experts, so take note of our top tips for making the most of what your storage unit has to offer:
For business owners in Stoke and beyond, we hope these tips have been helpful. Ready to book business storage in Hanley or Tunstall? With Kangaroo, you get secure, flexible units and a stress-free setup so you can focus on growing your business.
