Warehouse Space Near East London In Grays, Essex, 37 Minutes via the A13
Warehouse space in East London is expensive, scarce, and almost always tied to long leases. Our site in Grays, Essex is 22 miles from East London, 37 minutes via the A13, and offers space from 2,000 to 20,000 sqft on contracts from one month, at a fraction of the cost of an equivalent London unit. For businesses whose operations are East London-based but whose goods do not need to be stored in London, our location is a practical and cost-effective answer.
- 22 miles from East London only 37 minutes via the A13 in normal traffic
- Warehouse space from 2,000 to 20,000 sqft, contracts from 1 month
- Significantly lower cost than equivalent East London warehouse space
- No long lease, no 6-month minimum, no complex onboarding
- Forklift, labour team, and haulage partner network on-site
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The Problem With Warehouse Space in East London
East London is one of the most sought-after logistics locations in the UK. Proximity to the City, Canary Wharf, and the wider London market makes it commercially attractive which is exactly why warehouse space there is expensive, in short supply, and tied to lease terms that most businesses cannot justify.
East London Warehouse Rents Run Significantly Higher Than Essex
Commercial warehouse rents in East London across areas such as Barking, Stratford, Beckton, and Silvertown typically run significantly higher per square foot than equivalent space in Essex. For a business needing 5,000 sqft, the cost difference over 12 months can be substantial. For a business needing that space for 3 months, the economics of a long London lease make even less sense.
Most East London Warehouse Space Is 3 Years Minimum
Most commercial warehouse space in East London is available only on leases of 3 years or longer. Industrial agents are not set up for short-term requirements. If you need space for a project, for seasonal overflow, or while you find a longer-term solution, East London will not accommodate you on flexible terms.
Vacancy Rates in East London Are Consistently Low
Vacancy rates for commercial warehouse space in East London are consistently low. When space does come available, competition for it is high. Waiting for the right unit at the right price in the right location takes time that most businesses do not have.
Why Grays, Essex via the A13 Is the Practical East London Warehouse Alternative
Our site in Grays is 22 miles from East London and only 37 minutes via the A13 in normal traffic. That is a practical commute for a driver making deliveries or a manager checking on stock. It is not a distant, unfamiliar location and it is the first major junction off the A13 heading east.
The A13 Makes the Distance Irrelevant for East London Businesses
The A13 is a fast, direct dual carriageway from East London into Essex. From Barking or Dagenham, our site in Grays is under 30 minutes. From Stratford or the City, it is 37 to 40 minutes. There are no complex routes, no town centre navigation, and no significant pinch points on a standard working day morning. For a delivery driver leaving our site to serve East London customers, the A13 means fast, predictable journey times.
Cost Is Significantly Lower Than East London Warehouse Space
We do not publish fixed rates because requirements vary but as a general principle, commercial warehouse space in Grays costs significantly less per square foot than equivalent space in East London. For businesses that need flexibility as well as cost savings, the combination of lower rates and short-term contracts makes the comparison straightforward.
Contracts From One Month With No Lease Negotiation, No Solicitors
We offer contracts from one month. If your requirement is a 3-month overflow while you find a permanent London solution, a 6-month project storage requirement, or an ongoing arrangement that you want to keep flexible, we can accommodate it. No lease negotiation, no solicitors, no lengthy onboarding.
Journey Times From East London to Our Grays Warehouse
Here are the approximate drive times from East London locations to our site in Grays, Essex via the A13. All times are based on normal traffic conditions. The A13 is a direct dual carriageway for the majority of this journey.
| Location | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Barking | 14 miles | Approx. 25 minutes via A13 |
| Dagenham | 16 miles | Approx. 28 minutes via A13 |
| Beckton | 17 miles | Approx. 28 minutes via A13 |
| Stratford | 21 miles | Approx. 40 minutes via A13 |
| Canary Wharf | 22 miles | Approx. 37 minutes via A13 |
| The City | 24 miles | Approx. 40 minutes via A13/A1203 |
All times are approximate and based on normal traffic conditions via the A13 dual carriageway.
Warehousing and Logistics Services Available Near East London via the A13
All of our warehousing and logistics services are available from our Grays site and are accessible to East London businesses via the A13. All run from one site — no transfers between facilities.
Flexible and Short-Term Warehouse Space Near East London - From 1 Month
Space from 2,000 to 20,000 sqft, available quickly, on contracts from one month. The most direct answer to the East London warehouse cost and availability problem.
Last Mile Warehousing for East London Customers With Same and Next Day Dispatch via A13
Stock held at our Grays site and dispatched same or next day into East London, the City, and the wider South East. For ecommerce brands and distributors with East London customers, holding stock in Grays and delivering via the A13 cuts cost compared to holding stock in an expensive London unit.
Full details on last mile warehousing for London, Essex, and Kent
Bulky Goods Fulfilment Near East London With Essex Costs And A13 Delivery Access
Pick, pack, and dispatch for furniture, appliances, garden goods, mattresses, and large electricals. For East London-based brands selling bulky goods, we provide fulfilment infrastructure at Essex costs with A13 delivery access into London.
Container Devanning for East London Importers That Is Closer to the Ports Than Any London Warehouse
If your goods arrive in containers at Tilbury Port or London Gateway, we are closer to both ports than any East London warehouse. Containers received, unloaded, and stored the same day — with A13 access back into London for onward delivery.
Satellite Warehouse and South East Distribution - Stock in Grays, Dispatched Into London
For businesses with a main warehouse elsewhere that need a South East distribution point, our Grays site functions as a satellite hub — stock received overnight, dispatched into London and the South East the following morning via the A13 and M25.
Full details on satellite warehouse and South East distribution
What Our Grays, Essex Warehouse Offers East London Businesses
Everything below is at our single site in Grays, RM17 just 37 minutes from Canary Wharf via the A13. A working warehouse with a team on-site and full handling capability.
From 2,000 to 20,000 sqft, Floor and Racked Pallet Storage
From 2,000 to 20,000 sqft. Floor storage and racked pallet storage. Space can be sectioned off for smaller requirements. Best suited to stackable goods and palletised cargo.
Forklift, Labour Team, and Loading Bay On-Site
Forklift on-site. Labour team available for receiving, sorting, devanning, and moving goods. Loading bay access. We are a working warehouse and not an empty unit with a padlock.
Alarmed, CCTV, Fenced, and 24/7 Surveillance
Alarmed, CCTV, fenced yard, 24/7 surveillance. Goods are secure from the moment they arrive.
Nationwide and East London Delivery Arranged From Our Site
Nationwide delivery via our haulage partner network. For East London deliveries, the A13 route is fast and predictable for our drivers.
Contracts From 1 Month, Month-to-Month, No Minimum Lease
From one month. Month-to-month after that, or fixed-term if preferred.
Unit 53, Tower Road, Globe Industrial Estate, Grays, Essex RM17 6ST
Warehouse Space Near East London - Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from East London-based businesses considering warehouse space in Grays, Essex as an alternative to costly and scarce East London units.
How far is your warehouse from East London?
22 miles from Canary Wharf and the Docklands area, approximately 37 minutes, via the A13 in normal traffic. From Barking and Dagenham, the journey is closer to 25 minutes.
Is 22 miles too far for practical warehouse use near East London?
For many operations, no. The A13 is a fast, direct route with predictable journey times. Delivery drivers can reach East London customers from our site quickly, and staff who need to visit periodically find the journey straightforward. For businesses paying London warehouse prices for a unit they rarely visit, the case for moving storage to Grays is often compelling on cost alone.
How much cheaper is warehouse space in Grays compared to East London?
We do not publish fixed rates because requirements vary. What we can say is that commercial warehouse space in Grays costs significantly less per square foot than equivalent space in East London and our short-term contracts mean you are not locked into a long lease on top of that.
Can you dispatch into East London from your Grays site?
Yes. The A13 gives fast, direct access into East London. Same-day and next-day delivery into Barking, Dagenham, Stratford, the City, and Canary Wharf is operationally straightforward from our site. See our last mile warehousing service for full details.
What is the minimum contract term?
One month. Contracts run month-to-month after that unless a fixed term is agreed.
Do you have space available now?
Yes. Contact us with your size requirement and move-in date and we will confirm availability and come back to you within 2 hours on a working day.
Can you receive container imports for East London-based businesses?
Yes. Our site is 2.5 miles from Tilbury Port, and 20 miles from London Gateway, closer to both ports than any East London warehouse. For East London businesses receiving container imports, our location removes a step from the supply chain. See our container devanning service for details.
Explore Our Other Warehousing and Logistics Services
Looking for a specific service rather than just warehouse space? We offer last mile warehousing, bulky goods fulfilment, container devanning near Tilbury and London Gateway, call-off storage for construction and hotel projects, and satellite distribution all from our single site in Grays, 37 minutes from East London via the A13.
Or browse our warehousing and logistics case studies to see the real operations we have delivered from our Grays site.
Tell us your East London warehousing requirement
We respond to every enquiry within 2 hours on working days, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.