Anglesey

As of May 2026, Holyhead, Beaumaris, Menai Bridge have 2,125 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 8% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Anglesey generates £23K per year. High-performing properties earn £65K/year, while low-performing properties earn £12K/year. This wide revenue spread suggests that market rewards are heavily concentrated among top-tier assets, as the broader market experiences significant downward pressure on earnings despite a contraction in available supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Anglesey. Average annual revenue is £23K with 37% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £65K/year. The delta between average and high performance indicates that profitability remains highly sensitive to specific property positioning, even as the overall market faces a sharp correction in revenue generation.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Anglesey is 37%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £163, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £45 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Anglesey, with annual revenue of £35K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Anglesey market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Anglesey area. Holyhead: Lenient. Wales planning permission required for primary STRs since 2023, but enforcement minimal. Most hosts operate without formal compliance checks. Beaumaris: Lenient. Same Wales regulations apply - planning permission technically needed, but limited active enforcement. High STR concentration continues unchecked. Menai Bridge: Lenient. Wales planning rules in effect but rarely enforced locally. Hosts commonly operate without permits due to resource constraints. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Anglesey Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 42%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent drop in supply and revenue suggests that demand has likely softened more aggressively than the reduction in inventory, preventing market tightening.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -4% 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 Anglesey listings include: Tv (88%), Washing Machine (72%), Pets Allowed (65%), Kitchen (60%), Heating (44%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Gym, Heating, Hot Tub, with Gym properties earning approximately 74% more (£72K/year vs £42K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Anglesey over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £2K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £704, December: £960, January: £620, February: £874, March: £1K, April: £2K. 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 Anglesey is £163, down 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £105/night, 2-bedroom properties average £126/night, 3-bedroom properties average £164/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £327/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in November.

Guests in Anglesey book an average of 42 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 38 days, 2-bedroom: 41 days, 3-bedroom: 43 days, 4+ bedroom: 50 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Anglesey Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 8%, revenue per listing decreased 42%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates decreased 23%, and lead time decreased 19%. These collective shifts point toward a market adjusting to reduced traveler urgency and lower price elasticity, forcing a recalibration of revenue expectations.

In Anglesey, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 20% higher occupancy than weekdays.