Cinderford

As of May 2026, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Bristol, Bath have 1,761 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cinderford generates £27K per year. High-performing properties earn £68K/year, while low-performing properties earn £11K/year. The substantial variance between top and bottom tiers suggests that market success is heavily dependent on specific asset-level performance rather than broad market conditions.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cinderford. Average annual revenue is £27K with 42% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £68K/year. This wide revenue spread indicates that while the broader market faces downward pressure, top-tier inventory retains significant earning potential.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cinderford is 42%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £166, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £50 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cinderford, with annual revenue of £65K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cinderford market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cinderford area. Cheltenham: Lenient. Planning permission required for change of use if entire property let short-term. Light enforcement, many hosts operate without permission. Gloucester: Lenient. Planning permission needed for material change of use. Minimal enforcement, hosts commonly operate informally. Bristol: Moderate. Planning permission required for STRs over 90 days/year. Growing enforcement with compliance checks and enforcement notices. Bath: Strict. Planning permission mandatory, 90-day limit, Article 4 direction removes permitted development rights. Active enforcement with fines and prosecutions. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Cinderford Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 21%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in supply alongside lower revenues reflects a period of market adjustment where lower-performing units are likely exiting the ecosystem.

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 (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Cinderford listings include: Tv (86%), Kitchen (82%), Heating (72%), Washing Machine (66%), Private Yard (55%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Heating properties earning approximately 82% more (£62K/year vs £34K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cinderford over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £2K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £2K, November: £1K, December: £1K, January: £994, February: £1K, March: £2K, 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 Cinderford is £166, up 2% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £110/night, 2-bedroom properties average £136/night, 3-bedroom properties average £192/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £481/night. Rates peak in June and are lowest in September.

Guests in Cinderford book an average of 37 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 34 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 48 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Cinderford Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 21%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 2%, and lead time decreased 21%. These shifts suggest a tightening market where shorter booking windows and lower occupancy are challenging previous revenue benchmarks.

In Cinderford, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 32% higher occupancy than weekdays.