Airbnb market data · 202612 months to April 2026
Lauder, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Lauder brought in £23,433 over the 12 months through April 2026, across just 18 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Lauder run through April 2026.
The short answer
Lauder Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged £219 a night and were booked on 38% of available nights.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.2 times as much as in March, the slowest. With only 18 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 18 active listings, Lauder is the 310th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Lauder?
Gross bookings per Lauder listing averaged £23,433 over the 12 months to April 2026 (Scotland average: £28,841), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Lauder listing brought in £5,250 in August, its best month, and £1,650 in March, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 39% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Lauder's 18 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £6,430+ a month, about 4.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,910 or more, roughly £1,500 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,430 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £1,040 or less, about three-quarters 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 3.2 times what March did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,710. Dashed: April left out, as the latest month's data looks incomplete.
Lauder Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the April 2026 data.
August led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | £2,245 | 41.6% | £217 | £72 | 90 days | 2.1 nights |
| Jun 2025 | £2,425 | 37.7% | £261 | £81 | 85 days | 2.2 nights |
| Jul 2025 | £3,696 | 50.0% | £254 | £119 | 87 days | 2.6 nights |
| Aug 2025 | £5,246 | 63.1% | £282 | £169 | 117 days | 2.7 nights |
| Sep 2025 | £2,960 | 48.5% | £251 | £99 | 94 days | 2.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £2,649 | 36.5% | £230 | £85 | 78 days | 2.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £2,311 | 37.8% | £175 | £77 | 100 days | 3.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,275 | 30.8% | £173 | £73 | 89 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,972 | 26.0% | £171 | £64 | 86 days | 3.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £2,346 | 28.1% | £178 | £84 | 34 days | 3.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,653 | 29.5% | £187 | £53 | 94 days | 2.8 nights |
| Apr 2026* | £830 | 18.2% | £187 | £28 | 38 days | 2.1 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. *Apr 2026 is the latest month and looks incomplete: its occupancy sits well below the calendar months either side of it, as the latest month often does before late bookings are recorded. It may be revised and is not counted as a best or worst month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Lauder home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb revenue calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Lauder Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lauder Airbnb took in £23,433 in the 12 months to April 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,190 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 £2,450 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £2,970 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,440 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,020 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.
Lauder Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £20,463 | £41,540 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Lauder bookings | £2,970 | £6,030 |
| Gross bookings | £23,433 | £47,570 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 94% of Lauder listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£3,470 | −£7,040 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£2,970 | −£6,030 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,170 | −£2,380 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£470 | −£950 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£700 | −£1,430 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£230 | −£230 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£120 | −£120 |
| 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 | −£9,130 | −£18,180 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £14,303about £1,190 a month | £29,390about £2,450 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Lauder Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Lauder'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 Lauder 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 Lauder's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Lauder listings are booked on 49% or more of their nights, against 32% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £160 adds about £1,580 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £285 a night or more, against a median of £160. 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 £2,050 a year.
- Open for the busy months. August brought the average listing about £5,250, against £1,650 in March, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Lauder listings average 4.91 stars, and 56% 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 £3,960 a month, against £1,950 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Lauder?
Lauder listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 11 percentage points below the Scotland average (49%) and 3 points below the U.K. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 26% in January to 63% in August.
Across Lauder's 18 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 71%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 49% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 32% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
August was the busiest month in Lauder, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
Dashed: April data incomplete.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Lauder?
The average nightly rate in Lauder, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £219 over the past year, about 7% above the Scotland average of £205 and about 12% above the U.K. average of £195. Rates swing with the seasons, from about £170 in January and December to about £280 in August.
Across Lauder's 18 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £425+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £285 or more, about £130 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £160 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £125 or less, about 80% of the median.
August rates ran 65% above January's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £216. Dashed: April data incomplete.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Lauder?
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 Lauder it averaged £95 over the past year, from about £53 in March to about £169 in August.
Across Lauder's 18 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £242+ per open night, about 5.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £185 or more, about £140 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £44 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £39 or less, about 10% below the median.
August RevPAR was about 3.2 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £89. Dashed: April data incomplete. The 12-month RevPAR of £95 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 Lauder
With only 18 active listings, the monthly pattern in Lauder is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in March.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Lauder?
Guests book Lauder stays 85 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 117 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 34 days. A typical August booking is made in mid-April.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
Dashed: April data incomplete.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Lauder
6% of the 18 active listings in Lauder display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Lauder.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lauder
AirROI's area guide picks seven Lauder neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lauder town center, Dawnfield and Melrose. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lauder town center | It's the heart of Lauder, offering easy access to local amenities, dining, and historical sites. A charming small town with a strong sense of community, attracting visitors looking for a quiet retreat. | Lauder Castle, Thirlestane Castle, The Church of St. Andrew, Local shops and cafes, Walking trails around the town |
| Dawnfield | A leafy residential area that appeals to families and long-term visitors. Close to schools and parks, making it attractive for travelers with children looking for a family-friendly environment. | Playgrounds, Community parks, Family-friendly cafes, Nearby golf courses |
| Melrose | Origin of the famous Borders Abbeys, Melrose is rich in history and charm. Popular for those looking for a picturesque stay with access to historical sites and nature walks. | Melrose Abbey, The Eildon Hills, Local craft shops, The River Tweed, The Borders Maze |
| Earlston | A historic village known for its picturesque landscapes and community events. Attracts tourists wanting an authentic Scottish experience with local culture. | Earlston Castle, The Old Mill, Annual agricultural shows, Scenic countryside |
| Foxton | This tranquil area is known for its stunning landscapes and is perfect for visitors wanting to escape the hustle and bustle. Close to hiking trails and nature walks. | River walks, Nature reserves, Stunning views of the countryside |
| Greenlaw | A charming village with rich history and friendly locals. It's an inviting place for visitors who appreciate small-town life and local heritage. | Greenlaw Parish Church, Local history museums, Nearby nature spots, Community events |
| Stow | A peaceful village known for its community spirit and scenic surroundings. It's ideal for families and quiet retreats, with easy access to the nearby hills and valleys. | Stow Church, Historic buildings, Walking paths, Surrounding nature |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Lauder vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 30 km, Midlothian (30 km away, 57 listings) earned the most per listing, about 16% more than Lauder. Port Seton was the busiest, booked on 51% of nights against 38% in Lauder.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish Borders 15 km | 204 | £17,528 | £203 | 38% |
| Innerleithen 23 km | 42 | £20,865 | £144 | 43% |
| East Lothian 28 km | 88 | £19,929 | £186 | 42% |
| Peebles 30 km | 47 | £20,303 | £148 | 47% |
| Midlothian 30 km | 57 | £27,067 | £230 | 45% |
| Longniddry 30 km | 35 | £16,803 | £182 | 47% |
| Port Seton 30 km | 30 | £21,007 | £186 | 51% |
| Cockenzie and Port Seton 30 km | 69 | £20,206 | £167 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Scotland
- City of Edinburgh Airbnb data 3,675 listings
- Glasgow Airbnb data 1,512 listings
- Inverness Airbnb data 800 listings
- Highland Airbnb data 507 listings
- Aberdeen City Airbnb data 466 listings
- St Andrews Airbnb data 366 listings
- Fife Airbnb data 332 listings
- Oban Airbnb data 288 listings
See all 330 Scotland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Lauder
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Lauder:
- South Hams Airbnb data UK · £226/night · 38.3%
- Looe Airbnb data UK · £217/night · 37.7%
- Mid Suffolk Airbnb data UK · £213/night · 38.8%
- Poole Airbnb data UK · £215/night · 39.1%
- King's Lynn and West Norfolk Airbnb data UK · £230/night · 38.5%
- Ashford Airbnb data UK · £220/night · 39.6%
FAQ
Lauder Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Lauder?
An active Lauder Airbnb grossed £23,433 on average in the 12 months to April 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 18 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,910 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Lauder?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lauder listings earn between £1,040 and £2,910 in a typical month, and the top tenth £6,430 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 Lauder?
Listings in Lauder were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Lauder?
The average booked night in Lauder cost £219 before fees. Half of listings charge between £125 and £285, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Lauder?
In Lauder, 6% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. A low share doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Lauder?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lauder Airbnb grossed £23,433 in the 12 months to April 2026, 19% below the Scotland average of £28,841, though with only 18 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, £14,303 a year (about £1,190 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 £2,450 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Lauder?
August paid best over the past year, at £5,250 per active listing, and March paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Lauder?
Each night a Lauder listing was open to book earned £95 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 £242 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Lauder?
Lauder stays were booked 85 days (about three months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Lauder?
The average Lauder Airbnb stay lasted 3.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 30 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Lauder rated?
Guests rate Lauder Airbnbs 4.91 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and cleanliness lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lauder?
Lauder town center, Dawnfield and Melrose draw the most short-term rental interest in Lauder. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Lauder?
AirROI counted 18 active Airbnb listings in Lauder as of April 2026. The closest tracked market is Scottish Borders, 15 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Lauder?
In Lauder, 44% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £45, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £111, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 18 active Airbnb listings in Lauder from May 2025 to April 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.