Tor Bay

As of May 2026, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham have 2,433 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 15% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Tor Bay generates £19K per year. High-performing properties earn £49K/year, while low-performing properties earn £10K/year. This wide revenue spread indicates that market returns are highly sensitive to property-specific variables rather than broad market trends, despite an overall contraction in total revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Tor Bay. Average annual revenue is £19K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £49K/year. The delta between average and top-tier earners highlights a market where occupancy and revenue capture are heavily concentrated among a specific segment of existing inventory.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tor Bay is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £152, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £36 per day.

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

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Tor Bay area. Torquay: Lenient. Part of Torbay Council area. Planning permission required for change of use if entire property rented short-term. No registration system. Light enforcement, many operate without permission. Paignton: Lenient. Same Torbay Council rules as Torquay. Planning permission needed for whole-property STRs. No licensing or caps. Minimal enforcement, widespread unlicensed operation. Brixham: Lenient. Under Torbay Council jurisdiction. Planning permission required for material change of use. No registration or owner-occupancy rules. Limited enforcement capacity, hosts commonly operate informally. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Tor Bay Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 34%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests that market demand is adjusting downward, preventing an oversupply crisis despite lower earnings.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -17% 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 Tor Bay listings include: Tv (88%), Kitchen (72%), Washing Machine (71%), Heating (54%), Pets Allowed (46%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Heating properties earning approximately 48% more (£46K/year vs £31K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Tor Bay over the last 12 months: May: £1K, June: £1K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £970, November: £551, December: £872, January: £494, February: £599, March: £844, 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 Tor Bay is £152, down 11% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £102/night, 2-bedroom properties average £140/night, 3-bedroom properties average £183/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £355/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in November.

Guests in Tor Bay book an average of 37 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 45 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Tor Bay Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 15%, revenue per listing decreased 34%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates decreased 11%, and lead time decreased 21%. These metrics point to a tightening environment where shorter booking windows and reduced pricing power are compressing overall margins.

In Tor Bay, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 16% higher occupancy than weekdays.