Wrexham

As of June 2026, Wrexham, Chester, Llangollen have 467 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Wrexham generates £26K per year. High-performing properties earn £90K/year, while low-performing properties earn £12K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that market performance is highly polarized, with top-tier listings capturing a disproportionate share of demand despite the 31% drop in overall revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Wrexham. Average annual revenue is £26K with 39% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £90K/year. This occupancy level, coupled with a 6% reduction in supply, points to a tightening market where profitability remains attainable for operators who can outperform the current average utilization.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Wrexham is 39%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £165, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £51 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Wrexham, with annual revenue of £62K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Wrexham market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Wrexham area. Wrexham: Lenient. No specific STR licensing required currently. Planning permission needed for change of use in some cases. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Chester: Lenient. No mandatory STR registration. Planning rules apply for primary use changes. Minimal enforcement, market largely self-regulating. Llangollen: Lenient. No STR-specific permits required. Standard planning laws apply. Limited enforcement capacity, hosts operate with few restrictions. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Wrexham Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 32%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The decline in both metrics suggests a contraction in market activity, signaling that demand is softening alongside the reduction in available inventory.

Launch around February, 2-3 months before peak summer season (May peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 25% 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 Wrexham listings include: Tv (84%), Kitchen (78%), Washing Machine (67%), Heating (62%), Pets Allowed (58%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Heating, Washing Machine, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 99% more (£73K/year vs £37K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Wrexham over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £2K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £1K, December: £1K, January: £1K, February: £1K, March: £1K, April: £2K. 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 Wrexham is £165, down 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £107/night, 2-bedroom properties average £127/night, 3-bedroom properties average £183/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £470/night. Rates peak in May and are lowest in September.

Guests in Wrexham book an average of 37 days in advance, down 15% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 36 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 37 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Wrexham Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 32%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates decreased 17%, and lead time decreased 15%. These across-the-board declines indicate a broader cooling period where booking windows are shortening and pricing power is weakening for the average host.

In Wrexham, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 37% higher occupancy than weekdays.