Tendring

As of May 2026, Clacton-on-Sea, Frinton-on-Sea, Walton-on-the-Naze have 998 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Tendring generates £15K per year. High-performing properties earn £40K/year, while low-performing properties earn £7K/year. This wide revenue spread indicates that market returns are highly sensitive to property-specific positioning rather than broad market averages, especially as overall revenue levels have contracted.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Tendring. Average annual revenue is £15K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £40K/year. The performance gap between top earners and the average suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a subset of listings that effectively capture demand despite a broader decline in market-wide revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tendring is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £135, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £29 per day.

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

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Tendring area. Clacton-on-Sea: Lenient. No specific STR licensing. Planning permission needed for change of use if primary residence becomes rental. Light enforcement, many operate without issues. Frinton-on-Sea: Lenient. Same as Clacton - no STR permits required. Tendring District Council oversight minimal. Hosts operate freely with standard business rates. Walton-on-the-Naze: Lenient. Part of Tendring District, no STR registration system. Planning rules rarely enforced unless complaints arise. Active STR market. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Tendring Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 26%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent drop in supply and revenue suggests that while competition is thinning, the remaining hosts face a challenging environment with reduced overall demand capacity.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -37% 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 Tendring listings include: Tv (89%), Kitchen (84%), Heating (71%), Washing Machine (59%), Pets Allowed (48%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 92% more (£48K/year vs £25K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Tendring over the last 12 months: May: £1K, June: £935, July: £1K, August: £1K, September: £825, October: £819, November: £606, December: £765, January: £555, February: £600, March: £840, 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 Tendring is £135, up 8% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £102/night, 2-bedroom properties average £120/night, 3-bedroom properties average £135/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £335/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in November.

Guests in Tendring book an average of 31 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 34 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Tendring Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 26%, occupancy fell 14%, average nightly rates increased 8%, and lead time decreased 21%. These metrics point to a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher price sensitivity, reflecting a market adjusting to lower utilization.

In Tendring, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 25% higher occupancy than weekdays.