Shipping container 40 feet used in London: price range £2,300 – £4,550
Are you looking for a shipping container 40 feet used in London (Greater London)? Global financial hub (City), tech district (Shoreditch), leading tourism and culture. Strong event demand, ongoing construction industry activity (Crossrail Elizabeth Line, HS2). Market affected by Brexit (enhanced customs formalities since 2021). Our nearest depot partner is London Gateway port (Thurrock) or Tilbury. Delivery 48-72 h from London Gateway or Tilbury. Rate £400-£800. ULEZ and Congestion Charge active 24/7, extended pedestrian zones. Prefer Euro 6 trucks and drop-off in M25 perimeter.
Price for 40 feet used container in London
Rates for London (regional coefficient ×1.20 applied to the national grid).
| Status | Price Excl. VAT | For what use |
|---|---|---|
| 40 feet standard class A | £3,675 – £4,778 | Volume storage, entry-level fit-out — typical use in London: finance |
| 40 feet standard class B/C | £2,415 – £4,043 | Invisible storage, back of construction site — typical use in London: tech |
| 40 feet high cube class A | £4,043 – £5,303 | Habitable fit-out, office, workshop — typical use in London: finance |
Indicative prices for London (regional coefficient ×1.20, rounded up by 50 €). Excluding delivery (£250 – £900 depending on postcode). Source depot: London Gateway port (Thurrock) or Tilbury.
Why choose a 40 feet used container in London?
Local specificity
London Gateway, opened in 2013, is the most modern container port in the UK and receives ULCVs directly (>20,000 TEU). Container stock is highly available, but Greater London delivery costs are among the highest in Europe.
The dominant sectors in London (Finance (City, Canary Wharf), Tech (Shoreditch, King's Cross), Tourism and creative industries, Construction industry (Crossrail, HS2)) have recurring needs for 40 feet shipping containers for finance: temporary construction site storage, site accommodation units, archives, equipment.
Population: 8,900,000 inhabitants · County LDN (Greater London) · Region Greater London.
Delivery to London
Postcodes served: EC1A, WC1, SW1A, E1, N1.
Lead time from London Gateway port (Thurrock) or Tilbury: 5-10 working days.
Delivery 48-72 h from London Gateway or Tilbury. Rate £400-£800. ULEZ and Congestion Charge active 24/7, extended pedestrian zones. Prefer Euro 6 trucks and drop-off in M25 perimeter.
Estimated delivery cost: £250 to £900 depending on your postcode.
Frequently Asked Questions — 40 feet shipping container in London
What is the delivery cost for a 40 feet shipping container to London?+
Delivery costs range from £250 to £800 depending on your postcode (EC1A, WC1, SW1A, E1…) and distance from the depot London Gateway port (Thurrock) or Tilbury. Delivery 48-72 h from London Gateway or Tilbury. Rate £400-£800. ULEZ and Congestion Charge active 24/7, extended pedestrian zones. Prefer Euro 6 trucks and drop-off in M25 perimeter. Standard lead time: 5-10 working days.
Is there a container depot for 40 feet near London?+
Yes — the nearest partner depot for 40 feet used is London Gateway port (Thurrock) or Tilbury. Towns served around London without surcharge: Croydon, Bromley, Barnet, Ealing. For other towns within Greater London, a per-kilometre surcharge applies based on road distance.
What is the regional price coefficient for London?+
Pricing for London is adjusted by a regional coefficient of ×1.20 (national average = 1.00). Against a national range of £1,995 – £3,990, the local estimate for London works out to £2,415 – £4,778. This coefficient reflects regional logistics costs, demand from local sectors (notably finance), and depot stock availability nearby.
Which neighbouring towns are served from the same depot as London?+
From the London Gateway port (Thurrock) or Tilbury depot, we deliver to London and the neighbouring towns: Croydon, Bromley, Barnet, Ealing. Any other town in Greater London remains accessible with a per-kilometre surcharge based on road distance. To check availability for your postcode (EC1A, WC1, SW1A, E1…), request a free quote in just a few clicks.
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