Aberdeen
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Overview
Annual Rev
£21k
12 mo avg
↓5%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 £1••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
30 days
12 mo avg
↓10 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
£42
12 mo avg
↓23%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Aberdeen market data as of May 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Tub | 33 (5%) | +£81,662 (+270%) | £111,907 | £30,244 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
1 bedroom (5.3 nights)
4+ bedrooms (5.2 nights)
2 bedrooms (5.0 nights)
3 bedrooms (4.8 nights)
Studio (3.0 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (£113)
3 bedrooms (£75)
2 bedrooms (£65)
1 bedroom (£48)
Studio (£0)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (71%)
Independent hosts (29%)
As of May 2026, Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Banchory have 798 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Aberdeen generates £19K per year. High-performing properties earn £32K/year, while low-performing properties earn £6K/year. The wide revenue variance suggests that profitability is highly dependent on specific asset positioning rather than general market trends, even as total supply remains stable.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Aberdeen. Average annual revenue is £19K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £32K/year. An occupancy rate of 38% alongside a 14% revenue decline indicates that current demand is struggling to absorb existing inventory levels.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Aberdeen is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £127, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £36 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Aberdeen, with annual revenue of £34K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Aberdeen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Aberdeen area. Aberdeen: Moderate. Short-term let license required since 2023 under Scottish regulations. Planning permission needed for frequent rentals. Moderate enforcement through council monitoring. Stonehaven: Moderate. Same Scottish licensing scheme applies - STL license mandatory, safety standards required. Enforcement developing as system matures. Banchory: Moderate. Scottish STL licensing required, council approval needed. Rural location means lighter scrutiny but legal framework identical to Aberdeen area. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Aberdeen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in supply and revenue suggests a natural market correction as hosts exit due to reduced yield potential.
Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak fall season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 8% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Aberdeen listings include: Tv (94%), Washing Machine (93%), Kitchen (93%), Heating (79%), Parking (41%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Tv, Heating, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 525% more (£200K/year vs £32K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Aberdeen over the last 12 months: May: £1K, June: £1K, July: £1K, August: £1K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £970, December: £894, January: £637, February: £754, March: £974, April: £1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.
The overall average nightly rate in Aberdeen is £127, up 8% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £90/night, 2-bedroom properties average £117/night, 3-bedroom properties average £164/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £264/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.
Guests in Aberdeen book an average of 30 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Aberdeen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 4%, revenue per listing decreased 14%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 8%, and lead time decreased 24%. The trend of shorter lead times and higher rates despite falling occupancy reveals a market shifting toward last-minute, price-sensitive booking behavior.
In Aberdeen, Wednesday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday.