Shurgard Self Storage - South Croydon Reviews 

107
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

491 Brighton Rd, CR2 6EW South Croydon, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful courteous manager. Instructions were clear and everything just worked. Unit spotlessly clean.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with the customer service so far. Matthew was polite and professional. Served me at the front desk, recommended two unit sizes, demonstrated how to use the app whilst taking me around to vi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having had my unit for close to twelve years, I can safely say that the service has been exceptionally good; When I've needed to contact the staff, they've been approachable, professionable, and easy... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The guys at Shurgard (South Croydon) have been terrific. From helping me sort out my unit, getting my security sorted out, to assisting me to fix my trike & letting me ride in their car park to gain m... See more


Company details

  1. Self-Storage Facility
  2. Storage Facility
  3. Warehouse

About Shurgard Self Storage - South Croydon

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Shurgard is a leading self storage provider, offering secure and affordable storage solutions for both individuals and businesses. With more than 350 locations across Europe, including France, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, Belgium and Denmark, we provide convenient access to storage space tailored to your needs.

At Shurgard, we understand that everyone's storage needs are different. That's why we offer a variety of unit sizes and features to choose from. Whether you're storing furniture for a move, seasonal items, or business inventory, we have a solution for you.

Our facilities are clean, well-lit, and secure. We offer large access hours to your unit, so you can come and go as you please. We also have a variety of security features in place to protect your belongings, including CCTV cameras, gated entry, and app access.

Shurgard is committed to providing our customers with the best possible storage experience. That's why we offer a variety of convenient features, such as online reservations and online bill pay.

If you're looking for a secure and affordable storage solution, Shurgard is the right choice for you.

Contact us today to learn more about our storage options and to reserve a unit on our website.

For Every Move In Life

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350+ self storage stores across Europe
We operate in urban areas with the majority of our stores located in capital and major cities across Europe.
Access 7 days a week
Access your storage unit via the Shurgard App, and rest assured that only you hold the key to enter your unit.
Moving boxes and storage supplies
We offer moving boxes and storage boxes in different sizes as well as bubble wrap, tape and protection covers at most of our branches.
Expert advice
Over 30 years of experience in the self-storage industry.
Online contract
Experience a fully digital move-in: book your unit and complete your payment online to head straight to your storage unit.
Our App simplify your storage experience
Open gates. Pay invoices. Manage your account. Do it all with your phone.
Free online reservation
All our storage unit prices are displayed online and the reservation on our website is entirely free. No credit card needed.

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  • 491 Brighton Rd, CR2 6EW, South Croydon, United Kingdom

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unorganised, unhelpful & stressful company to deal with.

Everything was fine - until I left!
I emailed them confirming I will be closing my account & emptying my unit on the 3/7/22 (which I did).

Carried on with my life as you do ..

I then received an invoice (2 weeks later!?!) asking for £320 roughly.. which I then questioned why I received this... for me to get a reply to remove my lock even though I took it with me on the 3rd...? Very confused by this point!

After explaining numerous times that lock was not mine as I took it on the 3rd, 3 months later.. I am getting harassed to pay over £400 by their dept collectors!!!! (yeah the price somehow went up nearly £100 out of nowhere?!?) as apparently I didn't clear my unit till the 20th?!

As I haven't set foot in the building since the 3rd I asked them to provide proof to show that it was ME using that unit after that date yet they can't do this (would be some sort of miracle if they did!) Yet they refuse to budge and insist that I owe that money..

Their emails/ staff are less than helpful and even though I told them I was emptying my unit and closing my account as of the 3rd not one of them notified me the lock was (apparently) still on the door after this until I chased THEM?

So they are quite happy to rack up charges on your account with out the courtesy of contacting you if something doesn't seem right!..

Communication is the worst I have ever experienced in my 35 years.

I have been harassed by them for 3 months now (still ongoing) by email and threatening letters from their dept collectors for money that I definitely do not owe!!

Apparently even if you do everything right i.e confirm closure of the account by email, clearing on the unit on the confirmed date (taking the lock with me as advised) you still get a a tonne of stress.

So yeah.. if you don't fancy dealing with all this I would keep well away!

UPDATE: Went in this weekend to finally resolve with the manager & we agreed to paid them till 'they' believe the lock was removed but as that was 5 days after the 15 days notice we owed anyway (which is fine as we knew the rules) we decided to pay it to basically get them off our backs as this wasn't worth the terrible amount of stress they were causing me at this point.

Am I now a happy customer? Not at all as we still payed more than what was rightfully owed even though if their communication was half decent in the first place this wouldn't have happened.. as I would have gone straight back on the 4th to prove to them the lock was not mine..

Yet even though they also couldn't prove the lock was mine (as CCTV records were no longer available that far back(?) & Also couldn't access the information to see when my personal code was last used to access the building (which was the 3rd) apparently we still have to pay for this?

The staff were less than helpful & even though the manager finally resolved it with us (reluctantly) there was little to no apology for the lack of communication received from them.. and still was made to feel like I was the liar and they done me a favour..

Anyway at the point I'm just glad to have their dept collectors off my back and forget this company ever existed.

3 July 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have been on a 50% discount rental…

I have been on a 50% discount rental for years. I currently pay £444 per month (this would be £888 if I did not have the special deal. If I was applying for the same unit at the moment I have been quoted £70 per week increasing to £94 per week. This is a massive difference in cost . I spoke to South Croydon branch about it but the girl was rude and unhelpful. Apparently I cannot even transfer to a new unit, if I do then they will cancel my contract. I thought I was saving money but clearly my years of loyalty have cost me a lot.

3 October 2022
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - South Croydon

Dear customer, we always try to provide our customers the best value for money and understand that a rent increase is never welcome. We invite you to your storage center to go through the different options and maybe move to a cheaper unit. Sure we will be able to find a solution together.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rory at South Croydon was exceptionally…

Rory at South Croydon was exceptionally helpful to me earlier today. Many, many thanks.

19 April 2022
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - South Croydon

Hello B & J Jenkins. Thank you so much for your positive feedback! Our team will be delighted to read it. Have a wonderful day, and don't hesitate to let us know if we can help you in the future! Your Shurgard Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Appalling Customer Service

Appalling customer service. I bought a roll of bubble wrap, which, after the first couple of lengths, had no bubbles and was just flat plastic. I took it back but was refused a refund. I'm not sure why - because I'd used some of it I think. I'm having to take things further because they are in breach of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 which states goods must be fit for purpose. They kept saying they'd look into it (?) and get back to me but they never did. I really don't understand what the problem is. I'm awaiting a response from their Head Office. This relates to the Brighton Road store, South Croydon. As this was a one off purchase I do not have a customer number.

4 March 2022
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - South Croydon

Hello, thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. In order to help us improve our services in the future, please send your customer ID and phone number to so we can get in touch and help you. Kind regards, Shurgard Customer Service Team.

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