Singapore’s self-storage operators have been ranked first in Asia for their adoption of energy- and water-saving environmental features, according to the latest survey by JLL and the Self Storage Association Asia (SSAA). Released on 21 November 2025, the survey reveals key insights into consumer preferences and industry trends, highlighting Singapore’s leadership in sustainability within the sector.
The SSAA Annual Survey report for 2024 underscores the self-storage industry’s optimism for medium-term growth. “Self storage continues to provide immense and growing value for business customers, personal users, and investors,” said Helen Ng, Chairman of SSAA. The report indicates that Singapore’s self-storage market is heavily dominated by institutional-grade properties, with retailers and start-ups being the largest business users.
Key findings from the survey show that Singapore, alongside Hong Kong, has the highest proportion of self-storage facilities in industrial buildings. Climate-controlled storage is gaining popularity in Singapore, and occupancy rates remain robust at over 84%. The city-state also enjoys healthy rental growth at 5.3%, with expectations of further increases in the next three to five years.
Across the Asia-Pacific region, self-storage stock has grown to 16.3 million square feet, with significant new supply expected in 2025. The survey highlights strong rental growth in Vietnam, the Middle East, and the Philippines, whilst India faces some rental rate compression. The demand from household users is rising sharply in markets including China, South Korea, Singapore, and Thailand.
The survey also notes the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the industry, with many operators implementing AI for access control, electronic locks, and customer-facing applications. Despite challenges in finding suitable real estate, investment in the sector is picking up pace, although operators remain cautious about seeking external investment.
The comprehensive data provided by the survey is invaluable to self-storage companies, investors, and other stakeholders, offering insights into operational success and future prospects.
