Airbnb market data · 202612 months to May 2026
Leigh on Sea, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Leigh on Sea brought in £15,550 over the 12 months through May 2026, across just 20 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Leigh on Sea run through May 2026.
The short answer
Leigh on Sea Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged £119 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.2 times as much as in January, the slowest. With only 20 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 20 active listings, Leigh on Sea is the 939th-largest of 1,128 England markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Leigh on Sea?
Gross bookings per Leigh on Sea listing averaged £15,550 over the 12 months to May 2026 (England average: £20,990), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Leigh on Sea listing brought in £2,600 in August, its best month, and £1,190 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 31% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Leigh on Sea's 20 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £3,330+ a month, about twice the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,560 or more, roughly £950 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,610 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £837 or less, about half 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.
August earned about 2.2 times what January did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £1,830.
Leigh on Sea Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the May 2026 data.
August led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | £1,548 | 45.2% | £113 | £52 | 41 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jul 2025 | £2,044 | 56.3% | £111 | £66 | 57 days | 3 nights |
| Aug 2025 | £2,601 | 71.0% | £113 | £84 | 56 days | 3.5 nights |
| Sep 2025 | £2,158 | 63.1% | £112 | £72 | 46 days | 5.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £1,797 | 54.8% | £112 | £58 | 34 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,404 | 44.1% | £111 | £47 | 40 days | 3.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,710 | 43.6% | £112 | £55 | 59 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,195 | 35.5% | £120 | £39 | 21 days | 3.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,773 | 51.1% | £124 | £63 | 33 days | 3.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,721 | 38.7% | £126 | £56 | 21 days | 6.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £1,936 | 44.2% | £130 | £65 | 34 days | 3.1 nights |
| May 2026 | £2,033 | 48.4% | £132 | £66 | 40 days | 3.9 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. 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 Leigh on Sea 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 Leigh on Sea Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Leigh on Sea Airbnb took in £15,550 in the 12 months to May 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £910 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 £1,460 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £1,020 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £990 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £790 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.
Leigh on Sea Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £14,530 | £23,120 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay7% of Leigh on Sea bookings | £1,020 | £1,610 |
| Gross bookings | £15,550 | £24,730 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 70% of Leigh on Sea listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£1,830 | −£2,910 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£1,020 | −£1,610 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£780 | −£1,240 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£310 | −£490 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£470 | −£740 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£160 | −£160 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£80 | −£80 |
| 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 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£4,650 | −£7,230 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £10,900about £910 a month | £17,500about £1,460 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Leigh on Sea Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Leigh on Sea'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 Leigh on Sea 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 Leigh on Sea's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Leigh on Sea listings are booked on 68% or more of their nights, against 47% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £110 adds about £1,120 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £145 a night or more, against a median of £110. 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 £1,450 a year.
- Open for the busy months. August brought the average listing about £2,600, against £1,190 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Leigh on Sea listings average 4.90 stars, and 65% 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 £2,060 a month, against £1,300 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Leigh on Sea?
Leigh on Sea listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the England average (41%) and 4 points above the U.K. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 35% in January to 71% in August.
Across Leigh on Sea's 20 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 84%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 68% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 47% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 30% or less, under three nights a week.
August was the busiest month in Leigh on Sea, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Leigh on Sea?
The average nightly rate in Leigh on Sea, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £119 over the past year, about 39% below the England and U.K. averages (both about £195). Rates peak in April and May at about £130 and bottom out in July and November at about £110.
Across Leigh on Sea's 20 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £195+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £145 or more, about £35 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £110 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £61 or less, about 55% of the median.
May rates ran 19% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £118.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Leigh on Sea?
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 Leigh on Sea it averaged £52 over the past year, from about £39 in January to about £84 in August.
Across Leigh on Sea's 20 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £92+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £69 or more, about £25 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £44 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £24 or less, about half of the median.
August RevPAR was about 2.2 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £60. The 12-month RevPAR of £52 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 Leigh on Sea
With only 20 active listings, the monthly pattern in Leigh on Sea is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in January.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Leigh on Sea?
Guests book Leigh on Sea stays 41 days ahead on average (about six weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 59 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Leigh on Sea
None of the 20 active listings in Leigh on Sea 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 Leigh on Sea.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Leigh on Sea
AirROI's area guide picks seven Leigh on Sea neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Leigh-on-Sea Old Town, Chalkwell and Westcliff-on-Sea. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh-on-Sea Old Town | Charming historic area with a mix of antique shops, cafes, and restaurants. Its maritime heritage and picturesque views attract both tourists and locals. | Leigh-on-Sea Harbour, Old Leigh, The Bell Wharf Beach, Leigh Folk Festival, Fishing village charm |
| Chalkwell | Residential yet vibrant area, known for its beach and artistic community. Perfect for guests seeking a quieter beach experience with proximity to art events. | Chalkwell Beach, Chalkwell Hall, Artistic community events, Chalkwell Park, Local cafes and boutiques |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | A bustling area with lots of entertainment options, close to the Thames. Great for visitors looking for a lively atmosphere. | Cliffs Pavilion, Westcliff Beach, Cultural events and shows, Restaurants and bars, Southend Theatre |
| Thorpe Bay | A residential area with a more relaxed beach vibe, appealing to families and couples looking for a peaceful getaway. | Thorpe Bay Beach, Local parks, Beach huts, Tea rooms, Thames Estuary walks |
| Belfairs Park | A beautiful nature reserve and parkland that offers a mix of outdoor activities, ideal for nature lovers and families. | Belfairs Woods, Belfairs Golf Course, Nature walks, Children's play areas, Wildlife watching |
| Hadleigh Castle | Historical site with stunning views over the surrounding area, attracting both history enthusiasts and photographers. | Hadleigh Castle, View over Southend, Walking trails, Wildlife area, Historical significance |
| Leigh Marshes | Natural marshland area perfect for walkers and nature enthusiasts, providing a serene escape from urban life. | Wildlife watching, Walking trails, Nature photography, Serenity, Views over the marshes |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Leigh on Sea vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 24 km, Maldon (18 km away) earned the most per listing, about 15% more than Leigh on Sea. None of them fills more nights than Leigh on Sea (45%); the busiest, Chelmsford, reached 40%.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea 3 km | 248 | £13,898 | £137 | 36% |
| Basildon 15 km | 83 | £11,646 | £167 | 33% |
| Maldon 18 km | 116 | £17,889 | £164 | 33% |
| Medway 20 km | 184 | £6,215 | £96 | 34% |
| Chatham 21 km | 34 | £9,292 | £131 | 28% |
| Chelmsford 23 km | 159 | £16,920 | £146 | 40% |
| Thurrock 24 km | 53 | £8,407 | £127 | 31% |
| Gravesham 24 km | 75 | £11,941 | £132 | 33% |
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
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FAQ
Leigh on Sea Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Leigh on Sea?
An active Leigh on Sea Airbnb grossed £15,550 on average in the 12 months to May 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 20 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,560 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Leigh on Sea?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Leigh on Sea listings earn between £837 and £2,560 in a typical month, and the top tenth £3,330 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 Leigh on Sea?
Listings in Leigh on Sea were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the England average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Leigh on Sea?
The average booked night in Leigh on Sea cost £119 before fees. Half of listings charge between £61 and £145, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Leigh on Sea?
None of the active Leigh on Sea 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 Leigh on Sea?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Leigh on Sea Airbnb grossed £15,550 in the 12 months to May 2026, 26% below the England average of £20,990, though with only 20 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £10,900 a year (about £910 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 £1,460 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Leigh on Sea?
August paid best over the past year, at £2,600 per active listing, and January paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Leigh on Sea?
Each night a Leigh on Sea listing was open to book earned £52 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 £92 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Leigh on Sea?
Leigh on Sea stays were booked 41 days (about six 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 Leigh on Sea?
The average Leigh on Sea Airbnb stay lasted 4.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 28 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Leigh on Sea rated?
Guests rate Leigh on Sea Airbnbs 4.90 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Leigh on Sea?
Leigh-on-Sea Old Town, Chalkwell and Westcliff-on-Sea draw the most short-term rental interest in Leigh on Sea. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Leigh on Sea?
AirROI counted 20 active Airbnb listings in Leigh on Sea as of May 2026. The closest tracked market is Southend-on-Sea, 3 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Leigh on Sea?
In Leigh on Sea, nearly two-thirds of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about £48.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 20 active Airbnb listings in Leigh on Sea from June 2025 to May 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.
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