The Self Storage Association (SSA UK) is the principal trade association representing both self storage operators and industry supplier members’ interests in the UK.

The mission of the SSA UK is to:
	•	Set the standard for the industry
	•	Promote the self storage industry in the UK
	•	Provide industry-specific research
	•	Provide a lobbying forum to promote industry interests with statutory bodies
	•	Provide a forum for discussion and debate between members through a network of events, including the annual conference and regional member meetings
	•	Raise awareness of the benefits of self storage
	•	Promote best practice within the industry

The SSA UK currently has a membership of around 700 storage operators and suppliers to the industry, with membership continuing to grow in line with the industry.

Nationally, there are more than 2,900 facilities, offering approximately 64 million square feet of rentable space (Source: Cushman & Wakefield/SSA UK 2025).

The SSA UK is directed by an experienced board of non-executive Directors from member organisations and has close affiliations with the Federation of European Self Storage Associations (FEDESSA). The professional management team of the Association is led by the CEO.

For further information about the SSA UK, or if you are interested in becoming a member, please contact us and we will be happy to help.

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