
Newcastle upon Tyne · North East England
40ft containers in Newcastle upon Tyne: prices and delivery
In Newcastle upon Tyne, a used 40ft container costs £954 – £2,993, a new one £2,109 – £4,883, and hire £65 – £158 per month (prices excl. VAT). The delivered price depends on your postcode and the supplier’s depot, and is confirmed in the quote.

New or used?
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Prices and budget · 40ft
£954 – £4,883 excl. VAT
ContainerEU barometer guide prices for the container only, excluding VAT, transport and extras. They are not local stock or firm offers.
| New or used? | Prices and budget · excl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Used | £954 – £2,993 |
| One trip | £1,958 – £4,253 |
| New | £2,109 – £4,883 |
Rental · 40ft
£65 – £158 excl. VAT / month
Long-term hire guide price, excluding delivery and collection, placement and deposit. Minimum hire periods vary by supplier.
Dimensions and capacities
12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 m · Equipment and goods
| Specification | Standard dry | High cube |
|---|---|---|
| External length | 12.192 m | 12.192 m |
| External width | 2.438 m | 2.438 m |
| External height | 2.591 m | 2.896 m |
| Internal height | 2.390 m | 2.697 m |
| Internal floor area | 28.3 m² | 28.3 m² |
| Internal volume | 67 m³ | 76 m³ |
Indicative dimensions: confirm the offered model’s specification with the seller.
North East England
Delivery · Newcastle upon Tyne
A container for Newcastle upon Tyne may depart from different depots in North East England or a neighbouring region. Your exact postcode lets the supplier choose a depot and price road distance, vehicle and unloading.
Possible departure areas
Your supplier will confirm available depots for the project. A registered office or sales office does not guarantee a collection point.
Estimate transport
Transport and unloading are quoted for your address, chosen depot, size and vehicle. Ask for the container and delivery services to be priced separately.
Exact postcode required for a quote
Prepare site access
- Truck access and manoeuvring space
- Stable level ground and suitable supports
- Overhead obstacles and crane reach
- Unloading responsibility and delivery slot
Placing a container: the rules in England
GPDO 2015, Pt 1 Class E: if a container counts as a building incidental to enjoying the house: behind the principal elevation, single storey, max 2.5 m high within 2 m of the boundary (≈2.6 m containers exceed this), 3 m elsewhere; max half the curtilage built over; not at listed buildings; stricter on designated land. Temporary building-site use: Pt 4 Class A. Ask your council planning department.
- Official text : GPDO 2015 (England), Sch. 2 Pt 1 Class E
- Official text : GPDO 2015 (England), Sch. 2 Pt 4 Class A (temporary buildings and structures)
- Official text : GPDO 2015 (England), Sch. 1 Pt 1 (article 2(3) land)
- Official text : GPDO 2015 (England), art. 4 (directions restricting permitted development)
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Frequently asked questions · Newcastle upon Tyne
How much does a delivered container in Newcastle upon Tyne cost?
Allow £954 – £2,993 for a used 40ft container or £2,109 – £4,883 new (excl. VAT), plus transport and unloading, priced for your address. The quote sets the final price for your postcode and the supplier’s depot.
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Newcastle upon Tyne · North East England
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