Chiswick

As of May 2026, Chiswick, Richmond, Kew, Hammersmith have 2,739 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 22% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Chiswick generates £28K per year. High-performing properties earn £72K/year, while low-performing properties earn £11K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that the top tier of the market is effectively capturing a disproportionate share of demand, highlighting a polarized landscape where asset positioning dictates financial outcomes.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Chiswick. Average annual revenue is £28K with 40% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £72K/year. Given the 40% occupancy rate, the revenue gap between average and top-tier units points to significant variance in yield potential, likely driven by specific asset utilization rather than broad market demand.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Chiswick is 40%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £197, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £50 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Chiswick, with annual revenue of £58K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Chiswick market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Chiswick area. Chiswick: Strict. Part of Hounslow Borough requiring 90-day annual limit for entire homes unless planning permission obtained. Active enforcement through Airbnb data sharing. Fines issued regularly. Richmond: Strict. 90-day annual cap on entire homes, planning permission needed beyond that. Council actively monitors listings and prosecutes violators. Heavy fines enforced. Kew: Strict. Same as Richmond (Richmond Borough). 90-day limit, planning permission required otherwise. Active enforcement with monitoring and penalties. Hammersmith: Strict. Part of Hammersmith & Fulham with 90-day cap. Council uses automated monitoring, issues fines frequently. High compliance pressure from enforcement. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Chiswick Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 22% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized contraction in supply and revenue suggests a market recalibrating toward a new equilibrium, where reduced inventory is not yet resulting in improved per-unit performance.

Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak fall season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -40% 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 Chiswick listings include: Kitchen (94%), Washing Machine (91%), Tv (87%), Heating (79%), Parking (41%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, with Bbq properties earning approximately 68% more (£79K/year vs £47K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Chiswick over the last 12 months: May: £1K, June: £2K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £2K, October: £2K, November: £2K, December: £2K, January: £1K, February: £930, 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 Chiswick is £197, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £130/night, 2-bedroom properties average £233/night, 3-bedroom properties average £319/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £506/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Chiswick book an average of 34 days in advance, down 22% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 35 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Chiswick Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 22%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 22%. Increased nightly rates alongside lower lead times reveal a shift toward shorter-term, more spontaneous booking patterns despite the overall supply reduction.

In Chiswick, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 14% higher occupancy than weekdays.