Doncaster
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Overview
Annual Rev
£19.3k
12 mo avg
↑16%
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
22 days
12 mo avg
↓5 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
£36
12 mo avg
↓9%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Doncaster 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 | 18 (8%) | +£13,897 (+51%) | £41,014 | £27,117 |
| 🔒 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
Studio (6.6 nights)
3 bedrooms (5.1 nights)
4+ bedrooms (5.0 nights)
2 bedrooms (5.0 nights)
1 bedroom (4.5 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (£113)
3 bedrooms (£65)
2 bedrooms (£55)
1 bedroom (£46)
Studio (£35)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (67%)
Independent hosts (33%)
As of May 2026, Doncaster, Sheffield, Rotherham have 323 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 16% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Doncaster generates £18K per year. High-performing properties earn £33K/year, while low-performing properties earn £6K/year. This significant revenue variance suggests a market where top-tier listings capture disproportionate value despite a 16% contraction in total supply, highlighting a widening divide between optimized and stagnant assets.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Doncaster. Average annual revenue is £18K with 41% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £33K/year. While the market has experienced a 10% dip in revenue, the gap between average and high-performing earners indicates that localized demand remains concentrated among specific listing types.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Doncaster is 41%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £113, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £33 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Doncaster, with annual revenue of £34K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Doncaster market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Doncaster area. Doncaster: Lenient. No specific STR licensing or registration required. Must comply with general planning laws and building regulations. Minimal enforcement; hosts operate freely with standard tax obligations. Sheffield: Lenient. No STR-specific permits required. Planning permission needed only if property becomes primarily commercial use (90+ nights). Light enforcement; hosts self-regulate. Rotherham: Lenient. No dedicated STR regulations or licensing. Standard planning and safety rules apply. Minimal enforcement; market operates with little restriction beyond general property law. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Doncaster Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 16% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 10%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent drop in both metrics suggests an orderly market adjustment as less competitive inventory exits, stabilizing the broader sector against further volatility.
Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak fall season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -22% 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 Doncaster listings include: Tv (95%), Kitchen (92%), Washing Machine (81%), Heating (76%), Parking (44%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Washing Machine, Tv, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 52% more (£42K/year vs £27K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Doncaster over the last 12 months: May: £925, June: £906, July: £1K, August: £1K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £1K, December: £944, January: £751, February: £833, March: £1K, 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 Doncaster is £113, up 5% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £81/night, 2-bedroom properties average £108/night, 3-bedroom properties average £119/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £206/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.
Guests in Doncaster book an average of 24 days in advance, down 18% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 24 days, 2-bedroom: 23 days, 3-bedroom: 22 days, 4+ bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Doncaster Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 16%, revenue per listing decreased 10%, occupancy rose 5%, average nightly rates increased 5%, and lead time decreased 18%. These shifts reflect a tightening market where guests book closer to their stay dates, favoring hosts who maintain higher utilization rates.
In Doncaster, Wednesday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday.