Tourism statisticsCity2026
Sheffield Tourism Statistics: 18.7M Visitors in 2025
Sheffield, in England, United Kingdom, recorded 18.7 million visitors in 2025, the Sheffield City Council reports. AirROI estimates 18,666 Airbnb stays in Sheffield in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was September, and the quietest was February.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 79,322
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.2 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- September
- From within the United Kingdom, among guests who left a review
- 85%
Key facts
Sheffield Tourism Facts
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Official
- The Sheffield City Council puts Sheffield at 18.7 million visitors in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Sheffield at 18,666 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Sheffield added up to 79,322 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Sheffield lasted 4.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 47 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks September the busiest Airbnb month in Sheffield in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and August, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the five busiest Airbnb months in Sheffield ran unbroken from June to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Sheffield in July were booked furthest ahead, about 85 days, against 33 days for March, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 85% of Sheffield Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United Kingdom, and the United States at 2.8% and Germany at 1.2% were the top countries abroad.
- Among Sheffield Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, London was the top origin city at 10%, and Sheffield itself came second at 3.5%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Sheffield 45th for Airbnb stays among the 302 towns it lists in England in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Sheffield?
The Sheffield City Council counted 18.7 million visitors in 2025.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.7 millionVisitors | Total visitors to Sheffield | 2025 | Sheffield City Council |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Sheffield
Sheffield had 790 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 18,666 stays and 79,322 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.2 nights and was booked about 47 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 790
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 18,666
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 79,322
- Typical stay
- 4.2 nights
- Booked ahead
- 47 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Sheffield?
On Airbnb, September was the busiest month in Sheffield in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and August. February was the quietest. The five busiest months run unbroken from June to October.
September ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: September, July, August, October, June, December, November, April, May, January, March, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| September | 9.8% | 37 days |
| July | 9.8% | 85 days |
| August | 9.4% | 48 days |
| October | 9.2% | 41 days |
| June | 8.9% | 49 days |
| December | 8.3% | 46 days |
| November | 8.3% | 40 days |
| April | 7.9% | 52 days |
| May | 7.8% | 48 days |
| January | 7.2% | 45 days |
| March | 7.1% | 33 days |
| February | 6.3% | 36 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Sheffield Airbnb Guests Come From?
About nine in ten Sheffield Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United Kingdom (85%), and the top countries abroad were the United States at 2.8% and Germany at 1.2%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, London was the top origin city at 10%, and Sheffield itself came second at 3.5%. The figures rest on 69,179 reviews, written over many years.
85% from within the United Kingdom
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United Kingdom 85%
- From abroad 15%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Sheffield
How many tourists visit Sheffield?
Sheffield had 18.7 million visitors in 2025, according to the Sheffield City Council. AirROI estimates 18,666 Airbnb stays in Sheffield in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Sheffield?
The busiest Airbnb month in Sheffield in the 12 months to October 2026 was September, then July and August. The five busiest months run from June to October.
What is the quietest month in Sheffield?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Sheffield in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and March ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 36 days ahead, against 85 days for July.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Sheffield?
A typical Airbnb stay in Sheffield lasted 4.2 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 47 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.4 nights in February to 4.4 nights in June.
Where do Airbnb guests in Sheffield come from?
Of Sheffield Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 85% were from within the United Kingdom, AirROI estimates. The top countries abroad were the United States at 2.8% and Germany at 1.2%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was London at 10%, and Sheffield itself came second at 3.5%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. The Sheffield City Council counts visitors (18.7 million in 2025). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 18,666 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 18,666 stays at 4.25 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 69,179 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.