Middlesbrough

As of May 2026, Middlesbrough, Durham, Darlington, Whitby have 1,853 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Middlesbrough generates £18K per year. High-performing properties earn £42K/year, while low-performing properties earn £9K/year. This wide earnings gap suggests that revenue is highly sensitive to specific property attributes, as the overall market experiences a 23% revenue contraction despite stable supply levels.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Middlesbrough. Average annual revenue is £18K with 41% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £42K/year. The disparity between top-tier earnings and the 41% average occupancy rate highlights a market where superior yield is concentrated in a small segment despite broader downward revenue pressure.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Middlesbrough is 41%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £116, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £35 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Middlesbrough, with annual revenue of £32K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Middlesbrough market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Middlesbrough area. Middlesbrough: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or licensing requirements. Planning permission may apply for change of use. Minimal enforcement. Durham: Lenient. No dedicated STR licensing scheme. Standard planning and tax rules apply. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Darlington: Lenient. No STR-specific regulations or permits required. General planning laws apply. Minimal enforcement activity. Whitby: Moderate. No formal licensing but Article 4 Direction restricts new holiday lets in some areas. Planning permission required for conversions. Moderate enforcement due to tourism concerns. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Middlesbrough Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 23%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous decline in both supply and revenue suggests the market is correcting for reduced demand without creating an oversupply surplus.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -42% 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 Middlesbrough listings include: Tv (90%), Kitchen (83%), Washing Machine (79%), Heating (69%), Pets Allowed (56%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Heating, Bbq, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 281% more (£134K/year vs £35K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Middlesbrough over the last 12 months: May: £1K, June: £1K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £786, December: £886, January: £630, February: £765, March: £906, 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 Middlesbrough is £116, down 3% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £84/night, 2-bedroom properties average £104/night, 3-bedroom properties average £129/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £220/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Guests in Middlesbrough book an average of 31 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 31 days, 4+ bedroom: 32 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Middlesbrough Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 2%, revenue per listing decreased 23%, occupancy fell 3%, average nightly rates decreased 3%, and lead time decreased 19%. These indicators reflect a compressed market where bookings are occurring with less advanced notice and lower yield per unit.

In Middlesbrough, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 7% higher occupancy than weekdays.