38 Guests Haven in Stoneygate Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £166,191
- Occupancy
- 35.4%
- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Leicester, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Leicester brought in £9,060 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 57% less than the England average of £21,011.
The short answer
Leicester Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the England average. Listings averaged £117 a night and were booked on 33% of available nights, against £195 and 41% for the England average.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 74% more per listing than November, usually the slowest.
With 555 active listings, Leicester is the 60th-largest of 1,108 England markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 24%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Leicester?
Gross bookings per Leicester listing averaged £9,060 over the 12 months to October 2026 (England average: £21,011), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Leicester listing brings in £1,640 in July, its best month, and £946 in November, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 30% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £2,920+ a month, about 3.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £1,780 or more, roughly £870 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £909 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £395 or less, about 43% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 1.7 times what November does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £1,710 £866
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £1,280. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Leicester Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in September 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £1,401 | 37.1% | £113 | £45 | 36 days | 4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,027 | 30.6% | £111 | £34 | 29 days | 3.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,283 | 34.1% | £110 | £41 | 25 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,160 | 32.4% | £108 | £37 | 22 days | 5.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,030 | 32.5% | £106 | £37 | 22 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,261 | 34.0% | £107 | £41 | 20 days | 5.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £1,124 | 30.4% | £109 | £37 | 24 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | £1,439 | 36.1% | £110 | £46 | 30 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £1,382 | 38.8% | £112 | £46 | 37 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £1,707 | 39.6% | £114 | £55 | 40 days | 5.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £1,547 | 38.9% | £113 | £50 | 34 days | 4.3 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £1,554 | 44.6% | £113 | £52 | 25 days | 3.9 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Leicester home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Leicester Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Leicester Airbnb took in £9,060 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £500 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about £980 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £760 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £560 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £430 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Leicester Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £8,300 | £16,260 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Leicester bookings | £760 | £1,480 |
| Gross bookings | £9,060 | £17,740 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 92% of Leicester listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£1,310 | −£2,560 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£760 | −£1,480 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£450 | −£890 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£180 | −£350 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£270 | −£530 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£90 | −£90 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£50 | −£50 |
| Management£0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | £0 | £0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | £0 | £0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | £0 | £0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£3,110 | −£5,950 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £5,950about £500 a month | £11,790about £980 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Leicester Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Leicester's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Leicester home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Leicester's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Leicester listings are booked on 55% or more of their nights, against 31% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £94 adds about £942 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £135 a night or more, against a median of £94. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about £830 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about £1,640, against £946 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Leicester listings average 4.63 stars, and 17% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about £1,480 a month, against £760 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Leicester?
Leicester listings were booked on 33% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points below the England average (41%) and 8 points below the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 42% in September and falls to 30% in November.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 75%+ of open nights, 44 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 55% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 31% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, under two nights a week.
September is usually the busiest month in Leicester, November the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 37% 47% 30%
The 12-month rate of 33% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Leicester?
The average nightly rate in Leicester, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £117 over the past year, about 40% below the England and U.K. averages (both about £195). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about £115 and bottom out in January at about £100.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £175+ a night, about 1.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £135 or more, about £40 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £94 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £59 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 13% above January's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £114 £94
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £110. The 12-month ADR of £117 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Leicester?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Leicester it averaged £38 over the past year, from about £32 in a typical November to about £53 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £72+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £48 or more, about £19 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £29 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £16 or less, about 56% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.7 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £55 £29
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £42. The 12-month RevPAR of £38 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Leicester
Leicester has one high season, July through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. A listing earns about 31% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Leicester
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £1,640 £946
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £1,280.
Revenue by month in Leicester in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,120 |
| February | Low season | £1,090 |
| March | Shoulder season | £1,220 |
| April | Low season | £1,130 |
| May | Shoulder season | £1,270 |
| June | Shoulder season | £1,330 |
| July | High season | £1,640 |
| August | High season | £1,520 |
| September | High season | £1,470 |
| October | High season | £1,420 |
| November | Low season | £946 |
| December | Shoulder season | £1,210 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly–October | £1,510 | 41% | £113 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, May–June, December | £1,260 | 36% | £110 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April, November | £1,070 | 34% | £106 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Leicester?
Guests book Leicester stays 27 days ahead on average (about four weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 39 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical May booking is made in early April.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 27 days 48 days 15 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Leicester
None of the 555 active listings in Leicester display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Leicester.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Leicester
AirROI's area guide picks eight Leicester neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by City Centre, Stoneygate and Freemens Common. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| City Centre | The heart of Leicester, known for its vibrant atmosphere, restaurants, and shopping options. Ideal for tourists who want to be close to attractions and nightlife. | Leicester Cathedral, King Richard III Visitor Centre, Highcross Shopping Centre, Leicester Market, Curve Theatre |
| Stoneygate | A leafy suburb known for its desirable residential areas and proximity to the city centre. It appeals to families and professionals. | Victoria Park, Stoneygate Conservation Area, Local eateries and cafes, Royal Leicester Golf Club |
| Freemens Common | An emerging area popular with young professionals and students, it offers affordable housing and a lively atmosphere. | University of Leicester, De Montfort University, The Curve Theatre, Local pubs and restaurants |
| Oadby | A suburban area with a strong community feel, great schools, and parks. Perfect for family stays and long-term rentals. | Oadby and Wigston Borough Park, University of Leicester Botanic Garden, Local shopping areas |
| Leicester Forest East | Great for those looking for a blend of suburban living with quick access to the city and surrounding areas. Popular with families and commuters. | Foss Park Shopping Centre, Bede Park, Local nature reserves |
| Aylestone | A popular residential area offering a mix of green space and local amenities, suitable for visitors looking for a more relaxed stay. | Aylestone Meadows, Local parks, River Soar walks |
| Highfields | A diverse neighborhood close to the city, known for its cultural richness and vibrant community, ideal for authentic local experiences. | Victoria Park, Belgrave Road (Golden Mile), Local shops and eateries |
| Diverse Communities in East Leicester | Known for its multicultural environment, this area offers unique attractions and experiences, appealing to a wide variety of guests. | The Golden Mile, Local markets, Cultural festivals |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Leicester Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 77% of listings in Leicester, but private rooms are a real segment: nearly one listing in four (23%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 51%, ahead of houses (45%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Leicester Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 77%
- Private room 23%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 77.5% | 430 |
| Private room | 22.5% | 125 |
Listings by property type
Leicester Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 51%
- House 45%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
- Others <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 51.0% | 283 |
| House | 44.5% | 247 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.0% | 22 |
| Others | 0.4% | 2 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Leicester Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Leicester (27% of entire homes), and 33% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 430 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Leicester entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
16%
25%
27%
16%
9%
8%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 15.6% | 67 |
| 1 bedroom | 24.7% | 106 |
| 2 bedrooms | 27.0% | 116 |
| 3 bedrooms | 15.8% | 68 |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.6% | 37 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 8.4% | 36 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Leicester
A typical studio in Leicester earned £5,180 over the past year, against £10,200 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 67 | £5,180 | £5,840 | £72 | 35% |
| 1 bedroom | 106 | £5,870 | £7,830 | £94 | 36% |
| 2 bedrooms | 116 | £11,400 | £11,900 | £166 | 34% |
| 3 bedrooms | 68 | £5,410 | £9,640 | £133 | 32% |
| 4 bedrooms | 37 | £10,400 | £15,900 | £172 | 35% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 36 | £10,200 | £24,900 | £271 | 32% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Leicester Sleep?
The most common capacity in Leicester is two guests (28% of listings), and 38% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 448 listings with a guest capacity on file (81% of the market).
Leicester listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
2%
28%
4%
18%
10%
16%
5%
17%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.6% | 7 |
| 2 guests | 27.9% | 125 |
| 3 guests | 4.5% | 20 |
| 4 guests | 18.1% | 81 |
| 5 guests | 10.0% | 45 |
| 6 guests | 16.1% | 72 |
| 7 guests | 4.9% | 22 |
| 8+ guests | 17.0% | 76 |
How Leicester Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Leicester hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 36% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 24
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 36%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Leicester Offer?
Washers are close to standard in Leicester: 85% of listings have one, and 70% offer self check-in. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 8% of listings have it.
Share of Leicester listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Leicester
Listings in Leicester with an EV charger earned about 3.6 times as much a year, on average, as those without: £30,600 against £8,500. The gap is smaller for a patio or balcony (about 3.0 times as much) and an indoor fireplace (about 2.8 times as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Leicester listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV charger | 3% | £30,600 | £8,500 | +260% |
| Patio or balcony | 15% | £20,900 | £7,030 | +197% |
| Indoor fireplace | 6% | £23,200 | £8,190 | +183% |
| Outdoor furniture | 14% | £19,200 | £7,400 | +160% |
| Outdoor dining area | 13% | £19,200 | £7,550 | +155% |
| Air conditioning | 8% | £19,800 | £8,130 | +144% |
| BBQ grill | 6% | £18,300 | £8,470 | +116% |
| Garden view | 4% | £18,000 | £8,710 | +106% |
| Backyard | 30% | £13,300 | £7,260 | +84% |
| Self check-in | 70% | £10,500 | £5,750 | +82% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Leicester?
Most Leicester guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 17% of those who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from the United States and France.
83% of Leicester guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 83%
- International 17%
Where Leicester guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 10.8% |
| Leicester | 5.9% |
| Bristol | 1.4% |
| Manchester | 1.3% |
Where Leicester guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% |
| United States | 3.4% |
| France | 1.4% |
| Canada | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.9% |
Languages spoken by Leicester guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 60.9% |
| French | 6.8% |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| German | 3.4% |
| Arabic | 2.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Leicester?
Leicester Airbnbs average 4.63 stars, and 17% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.61, against 4.79 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Leicester; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.69 |
| Cleanliness | 4.62 |
| Communication | 4.79 |
| Location | 4.64 |
| Check-in | 4.78 |
| Value | 4.61 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Leicester: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than nine in ten Leicester listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 8% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Leicester listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 65%
- 181-270 days 27%
- 91-180 days 7%
- 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 65.2% | 362 |
| 181-270 days | 27.0% | 150 |
| 91-180 days | 6.7% | 37 |
| 31-90 days | 1.1% | 6 |
Days a year Leicester listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 7%
- 91-180 days 28%
- 31-90 days 30%
- 1-30 days 34%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.1% | 6 |
| 181-270 days | 7.4% | 41 |
| 91-180 days | 27.7% | 154 |
| 31-90 days | 29.7% | 165 |
| 1-30 days | 34.1% | 189 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Leicester?
The average Leicester booking lasts 5.3 nights, longest in July and shortest in December. Listings took about 15 bookings each over the year, some 7,950 in all. About seven in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Leicester
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.9 nights 5.6 nights 4.1 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Leicester Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About two-thirds of listings in Leicester accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Leicester listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Leicester?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Leicester, used by 36% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 25% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Leicester listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Leicester?
Nearly three-quarters of Leicester listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £47, and some higher fees lift the average to £72. Spread over the average stay of 5.3 nights, that adds roughly £9 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £47
- Average cleaning fee
- £72
- Listings charging a fee
- 73.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Leicester
The top-grossing Airbnb in Leicester, a ten-bedroom home, took in £166,000 over the past year, about 18 times the city's average of £9,060. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
38 Guests Haven in Stoneygate Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
22A: Gorgeous, Spacious Home Perfect For Groups Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- £71,767
- Occupancy
- 40.9%
- Daily rate
- £454
22B: Gorgeous, Spacious Home Perfect For Groups Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £69,696
- Occupancy
- 37.2%
- Daily rate
- £477
ORION | Luxury 4 bedroom city centre townhouse Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- £56,475
- Occupancy
- 67.2%
- Daily rate
- £215
Spacious 5BR Leicester Home | Sleeps 10 | Parking! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.74 - Revenue
- £56,081
- Occupancy
- 54.3%
- Daily rate
- £384
3 Floors, Sleeps16, 4 Baths, 5 Parking Leicester Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.73 - Revenue
- £50,252
- Occupancy
- 74.4%
- Daily rate
- £178
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Leicester?
Kurosh is the top-grossing host in Leicester, with £308,000 in bookings across 3 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 15% of the market's 555 listings. Kurosh also earns more per listing than any other host on the list.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kurosh | 3 | £307,653 | £102,551 | 5.00/5 | |
| Olly Stabler | 7 | £263,482 | £37,640 | 4.90/5 | |
| The Pocklington | 10 | £171,337 | £17,134 | 4.81/5 | |
| 4 | A&H Prime Properties | 8 | £128,281 | £16,035 | 4.91/5 |
| 5 | Sanjay Vig | 19 | £122,700 | £6,458 | 4.13/5 |
| 6 | Airhomes | 4 | £121,190 | £30,297 | 4.95/5 |
| 7 | Thomas | 5 | £118,559 | £23,712 | 4.66/5 |
| 8 | Iliyan | 9 | £100,216 | £11,135 | 4.76/5 |
| 9 | Uliv | 16 | £87,204 | £5,450 | 4.59/5 |
| 10 | Polaris Prestige | 5 | £81,183 | £16,237 | 4.98/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Leicester?
Only 9% of Leicester listings are classed as professionally managed, though 29% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 32% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 92% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 32.1%
- Professional management
- 8.8%
- Cohosted listings
- 28.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 45.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 91.5%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Leicester
17 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Leicester, and companies run 32% of its Airbnb homes. Piyush is the largest, with 20 listings and an average guest rating of 4.62; the next largest are Uliv, Anju, Cadbury Homes SA and Tarun.
The five largest run 13% of Leicester's Airbnb homes
Share of Leicester's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Piyush 4% · 20
- Uliv 3% · 16
- Anju 3% · 15
- Cadbury Homes SA 2% · 12
- Tarun 2% · 11
- All other listings 87%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in England, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Leicester vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 31 km, Melton (29 km away, 93 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.7 times as much as Leicester. Harborough was the busiest, booked on 45% of nights against 33% in Leicester.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicestershire 6 km | 86 | £15,385 | £194 | 39% |
| Charnwood 13 km | 165 | £15,197 | £117 | 43% |
| Harborough 16 km | 165 | £23,553 | £166 | 45% |
| Hinckley and Bosworth 18 km | 97 | £17,581 | £141 | 39% |
| North West Leicestershire 24 km | 181 | £16,424 | £135 | 38% |
| Nuneaton and Bedworth 27 km | 41 | £9,284 | £93 | 39% |
| Melton 29 km | 93 | £24,153 | £200 | 41% |
| Rugby 31 km | 89 | £15,684 | £125 | 42% |
Other Airbnb Markets in England
- London Airbnb data 28,045 listings
- North Norfolk Airbnb data 2,096 listings
- East Suffolk Airbnb data 2,020 listings
- North Devon Airbnb data 1,883 listings
- South Hams Airbnb data 1,755 listings
- Cotswold District Airbnb data 1,701 listings
- West Midlands Airbnb data 1,687 listings
- Bristol Airbnb data 1,603 listings
See all 1,108 England Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Leicester
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Leicester:
- Aberdeen Airbnb data UK · £119/night · 35.8%
- Swansea Airbnb data UK · £129/night · 34.9%
FAQ
Leicester Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Leicester?
An active Leicester Airbnb grossed £9,060 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 555 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £1,780 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Leicester?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Leicester listings earn between £395 and £1,780 in a typical month, and the top tenth £2,920 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Leicester?
Listings in Leicester were booked on 33% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the England average. September is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Leicester?
The average booked night in Leicester cost £117 before fees. Half of listings charge between £59 and £135, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Leicester?
None of the active Leicester listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Leicester?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Leicester Airbnb grossed £9,060 in the 12 months to October 2026, 57% below the England average of £21,011. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £5,950 a year (about £500 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about £980 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Leicester?
July usually pays best, averaging £1,640 per active listing over the past two years, and November usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Leicester?
Each night a Leicester listing was open to book earned £38 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made £72 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Leicester?
Leicester stays were booked 27 days (about four weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Leicester?
The average Leicester Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 15 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Leicester rated?
Guests rate Leicester Airbnbs 4.63 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Leicester?
City Centre, Stoneygate and Freemens Common draw the most short-term rental interest in Leicester. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Leicester?
AirROI counted 555 active Airbnb listings in Leicester as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Leicestershire, 6 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Leicester?
In Leicester, nearly three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £47, and some higher fees lift the average to £72.
How many tourists visit Leicester, UK?
All of England had 33.5 million international arrivals in 2023, the Office for National Statistics reports. AirROI estimates 7,953 Airbnb stays in Leicester, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See England tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 555 active Airbnb listings in Leicester from November 2025 to October 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in British pounds at £0.74 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.