Camden - Islington

As of June 2026, Camden, Islington, King's Cross have 2,142 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 12% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Camden - Islington generates £42K per year. High-performing properties earn £89K/year, while low-performing properties earn £16K/year. Supply contraction of 11.8% YoY suggests tightening market conditions, yet flat revenue indicates this hasn't translated to pricing power. The 5.6x performance gap between high and low earners reveals substantial operational variance within a constrained, competitive market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Camden - Islington. Average annual revenue is £42K with 50% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £89K/year. Declining supply year-over-year suggests tightening availability, while flat revenue indicates a market where improved performance comes from operational execution rather than rising demand—evidenced by the substantial gap between average and top-performing properties.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Camden - Islington is 50%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £211, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £80 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Camden - Islington, with annual revenue of £85K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Camden - Islington market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Camden - Islington area. Camden: Strict. 90-day annual limit, registration required, principal residence only. Active enforcement with fines and platform data monitoring. Islington: Strict. 90-day cap, registration mandatory, primary residence rule. Proactive enforcement using Airbnb data and compliance teams. King's Cross: Strict. Falls under Camden/Islington rules depending on location. 90-day limit, registration required. Active enforcement in both boroughs. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Camden - Islington Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 12% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 0%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($42,155) and high performers ($88,711) suggests considerable performance variance, reflecting selective demand for premium properties despite moderate 50% occupancy rates.

Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak fall season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -3% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Camden - Islington listings include: Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (91%), Tv (85%), Heating (80%), Parking (31%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, Tv, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 47% more (£61K/year vs £41K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Camden - Islington over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £3K, July: £3K, August: £2K, September: £3K, October: £3K, November: £3K, December: £3K, January: £2K, February: £2K, March: £2K, April: £3K. 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 Camden - Islington is £211, up 7% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £153/night, 2-bedroom properties average £264/night, 3-bedroom properties average £373/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £500/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in February.

Guests in Camden - Islington book an average of 38 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 36 days, 2-bedroom: 41 days, 3-bedroom: 46 days, 4+ bedroom: 49 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Camden - Islington Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 12%, revenue per listing decreased 0%, occupancy rose 3%, average nightly rates increased 7%, and lead time decreased 17%. The supply contraction combined with rising nightly rates suggests tightening supply-demand dynamics, though the substantial gap between average ($42,155) and high-performing listings ($88,711) indicates highly fragmented market conditions where property positioning significantly influences returns.

In Camden - Islington, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 19% higher occupancy than weekdays.