Nottingham

As of May 2026, Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Loughborough have 1,767 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Nottingham generates £17K per year. High-performing properties earn £33K/year, while low-performing properties earn £6K/year. The wide revenue spread relative to a 40% occupancy rate suggests that top-tier earnings are driven by premium positioning rather than mere market presence, as total market revenue faces an 8% contraction.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Nottingham. Average annual revenue is £17K with 40% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £33K/year. With supply contracting by over 2%, the significant revenue delta between high and average performers highlights a market where efficiency and asset optimization are increasingly separating winners from those struggling with the current 8% decline in per-listing revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Nottingham is 40%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £110, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £33 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Nottingham, with annual revenue of £33K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Nottingham market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Nottingham area. Nottingham: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or licensing. Planning permission may apply for change of use. Minimal enforcement. Derby: Lenient. No dedicated STR rules or permits required. Standard planning laws apply. Light enforcement. Leicester: Lenient. No STR-specific licensing or registration. May need planning permission for primary use change. Minimal enforcement. Loughborough: Lenient. No STR regulations beyond standard planning rules. Article 4 directions limit HMOs but rarely affect STRs. Light enforcement. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Nottingham Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 8%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. While the modest supply contraction provides some stability, the concurrent dip in revenue suggests that current demand levels are insufficient to sustain previous yield growth, forcing a reliance on high-performing assets to anchor market performance.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak fall season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -47% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Nottingham listings include: Tv (95%), Kitchen (87%), Heating (80%), Washing Machine (79%), Parking (40%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Bbq, Air Conditioning, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 79% more (£45K/year vs £25K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Nottingham over the last 12 months: May: £966, June: £984, July: £1K, August: £1K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £985, December: £1K, January: £682, February: £738, March: £947, 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 Nottingham is £110, up 8% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £78/night, 2-bedroom properties average £119/night, 3-bedroom properties average £151/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £238/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in January.

Guests in Nottingham book an average of 25 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 23 days, 2-bedroom: 27 days, 3-bedroom: 26 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 Nottingham Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 2%, revenue per listing decreased 8%, occupancy fell 0%, average nightly rates increased 8%, and lead time decreased 21%. The shift toward shorter booking windows and higher rates against stagnant occupancy reveals a market sensitivity where hosts are testing price elasticity amid tightening competitive conditions.

In Nottingham, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 20% higher occupancy than weekdays.