Stable Park with outdoor firepit, dining & hot tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £96,724
- Occupancy
- 44.7%
- Daily rate
- £922
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Midlothian brought in £27,068 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 6% less than the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Midlothian earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged £230 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against £205 and 49% for the Scotland average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.7 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 57 active listings, Midlothian is the 66th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks.
Browse the live Midlothian Airbnb market See Every Midlothian ListingRevenue
Gross bookings per Midlothian listing averaged £27,068 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Scotland average: £28,841), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Midlothian listing brings in £4,810 in August, its best month, and £1,810 in February, its slowest. March runs within 5% of February, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 33% 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 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 earns about 2.7 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £3,170. 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.
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
August 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 | £3,701 | 51.6% | £212 | £119 | 45 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £3,064 | 52.1% | £206 | £102 | 30 days | 3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £3,608 | 51.5% | £211 | £116 | 27 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £2,263 | 33.5% | £200 | £73 | 32 days | 4.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £2,164 | 40.2% | £202 | £77 | 32 days | 4.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,986 | 34.8% | £205 | £64 | 48 days | 3.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,158 | 34.3% | £210 | £72 | 54 days | 3.7 nights |
| May 2026 | £3,260 | 50.7% | £224 | £105 | 72 days | 3.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £3,909 | 52.1% | £239 | £130 | 51 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £4,296 | 52.3% | £284 | £139 | 70 days | 4.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £4,889 | 53.3% | £311 | £158 | 79 days | 2.7 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £3,745 | 63.7% | £253 | £125 | 65 days | 3.7 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Midlothian market, enter its address and size in the free Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Midlothian Airbnb took in £27,068 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,430 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 £2,460 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £2,750 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,660 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,220 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £24,318 | £41,540 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Midlothian bookings | £2,750 | £4,710 |
| Gross bookings | £27,068 | £46,250 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 96% of Midlothian listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£4,080 | −£6,970 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£2,750 | −£4,710 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,350 | −£2,310 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£540 | −£930 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£810 | −£1,390 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£270 | −£270 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£140 | −£140 |
| 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 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£9,940 | −£16,720 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £17,128about £1,430 a month | £29,530about £2,460 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Midlothian'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 Midlothian 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.
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 £3,850 a month, against £2,260 for the average one.
Occupancy
Midlothian listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Scotland average (49%) and 4 points above the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 33% in March to 59% in September.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
September is usually the busiest month in Midlothian, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Midlothian, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £230 over the past year, about 12% above the Scotland average of £205 and about 18% above the U.K. average of £195. In a typical year, rates peak in August at about £270 and bottom out in November at about £195.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 39% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £220.
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 Midlothian it averaged £99 over the past year, from about £61 in a typical March to about £155 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR is about 2.6 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £104. The 12-month RevPAR of £99 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Midlothian has one high season, June through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April. A listing earns about 68% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Midlothian
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £3,170.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £2,460 |
| February | Low season | £1,810 |
| March | Low season | £1,880 |
| April | Low season | £2,570 |
| May | Shoulder season | £2,960 |
| June | High season | £3,640 |
| July | High season | £4,180 |
| August | High season | £4,810 |
| September | High season | £3,590 |
| October | High season | £3,680 |
| November | Shoulder season | £3,210 |
| December | Shoulder season | £3,230 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–October | £3,980 | 55% | £237 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, November–December | £3,130 | 50% | £205 |
| Low seasonJanuary–April | £2,180 | 35% | £210 |
Guests book Midlothian stays 53 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 70 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 33 days. A typical August booking is made in early June.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month figure of 53 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
35% of the 57 active listings in Midlothian display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
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 Midlothian.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Midlothian neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Midlothian Town, Dalkeith and Bonnyrigg. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Midlothian Town | Central location with easy access to Edinburgh, popular with business travelers and tourists. Offers a range of amenities and transportation options. | Midlothian Golf Club, Pentland Hills Regional Park, Midlothian Snowsports Centre, Roslin Chapel, Dalkeith Country Park, Edinburgh Zoo |
| Dalkeith | Historic market town with beautiful parks and easy access to Edinburgh, appealing to families and explorers. | Dalkeith Palace, Dalkeith Country Park, Midlothian Sports Centre, Local Markets, Historic Dalkeith High Street |
| Bonnyrigg | Close proximity to Edinburgh, known for its suburban vibe and family-friendly atmosphere, attracting various visitors. | Cameron Toll Shopping Centre, Bonnyrigg High Street, Local parks, Midlothian Snow Sports Centre |
| Loanhead | A growing town with great transport links to Edinburgh, appealing to those looking for affordable yet accessible options. | Pentland Hills Regional Park, Local shops and dining, Edinburgh's city center |
| Penicuik | A picturesque town surrounded by nature, offers outdoor activities and attracts visitors looking for a quiet getaway. | Cairnsmore of Fleet National Nature Reserve, Penicuik House, Local walking trails, Bellyeoman Park |
| Rosewell | A small village with a rural charm, popular for those looking to escape urban life while still being close to Edinburgh. | Local parks and trails, Historical sites, Countryside views |
| Newtongrange | An area rich in mining history, it attracts visitors interested in local heritage and culture. | National Mining Museum Scotland, Local museums, Community events |
| Shawfair | A new community development appealing to young professionals and families, with direct links to Edinburgh. | Shawfair Park, Nearby shopping centres, Transport links to Edinburgh |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 70% of listings in Midlothian, alongside 17 private-room listings (30%). Houses are the most common property type at 54%, about twice the share of apartments and condos (28%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Midlothian Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 70.2% | 40 |
| Private room | 29.8% | 17 |
Listings by property type
Midlothian Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 54.4% | 31 |
| Apartment/Condo | 28.1% | 16 |
| Unique stay | 12.3% | 7 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 3.5% | 2 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.8% | 1 |
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Midlothian (42% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (29%). Shares are of the 38 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Midlothian entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 42.1% | 16 |
| 2 bedrooms | 28.9% | 11 |
| 3 bedrooms | 18.4% | 7 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.5% | 4 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Midlothian earned £31,800 over the past year, against £23,100 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 16 | £31,800 | £36,100 | £260 | 51% |
| 2 bedrooms | 11 | £23,100 | £29,000 | £264 | 39% |
Most Midlothian listings are sized for couples and small families: 63% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 7% take eight or more. Shares are of the 46 listings with a guest capacity on file (81% of the market).
Midlothian listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 39.1% | 18 |
| 3 guests | 6.5% | 3 |
| 4 guests | 17.4% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 8.7% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 21.7% | 10 |
| 8+ guests | 6.5% | 3 |
Midlothian hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Midlothian: 91% of listings offer it, and 84% offer self check-in.
Share of Midlothian listings with each common amenity
Guests
Midlothian splits its demand between home and abroad: 44% of guests who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from the United States and Germany. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 52%, followed by French and German.
56% of Midlothian guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Midlothian guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 4.5% |
| Edinburgh | 4.0% |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 1.2% |
Where Midlothian guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.0% |
| United States | 7.8% |
| Germany | 5.0% |
| France | 4.2% |
| Australia | 3.6% |
Languages spoken by Midlothian guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 52.3% |
| French | 9.8% |
| German | 8.7% |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| Dutch | 3.5% |
Midlothian Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 53% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.67, against 4.86 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Midlothian; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.80 |
| Cleanliness | 4.77 |
| Communication | 4.82 |
| Location | 4.75 |
| Check-in | 4.86 |
| Value | 4.67 |
Booking patterns
About three-quarters of Midlothian listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 32% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 28% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Midlothian listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 42.1% | 24 |
| 181-270 days | 33.3% | 19 |
| 91-180 days | 15.8% | 9 |
| 31-90 days | 7.0% | 4 |
| 1-30 days | 1.8% | 1 |
Days a year Midlothian listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 8.8% | 5 |
| 181-270 days | 22.8% | 13 |
| 91-180 days | 28.1% | 16 |
| 31-90 days | 26.3% | 15 |
| 1-30 days | 14.0% | 8 |
The average Midlothian booking lasts 3.6 nights, longest in January and shortest in November. Listings took about 32 bookings each over the year, some 1,820 in all. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Midlothian
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
84% of listings in Midlothian accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Midlothian listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Midlothian, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than half of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 32% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Midlothian listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
46% of Midlothian listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about £95. Spread over the average stay of 3.6 nights, that adds roughly £25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Midlothian, a four-bedroom home, took in £96,700 over the past year, about 3.6 times the city's average of £27,100. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Stable Park with outdoor firepit, dining & hot tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Peaceful country cottage near Edinburgh Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Eskfield, spa cottage with private walled garden Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00
Byre - Family cottage on hill farm near Edinburgh Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
WashHouse - Scandi design cabin nr Edinburgh for 2 Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.99
Clermount, a romantic 1 bed cottage with a hot tub Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 Professional management companies run a quarter of Midlothian listings and owners run the rest. 61% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 96% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 25 km, City of Edinburgh (12 km away) earned the most per listing, about 69% more than Midlothian.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Edinburgh 12 km | 3,675 | £45,653 | £242 | 59% |
| Port Seton 20 km | 30 | £21,007 | £186 | 51% |
| Cockenzie and Port Seton 20 km | 69 | £20,206 | £167 | 45% |
| Longniddry 20 km | 35 | £16,803 | £182 | 47% |
| Peebles 21 km | 47 | £20,303 | £148 | 47% |
| Livingston 23 km | 30 | £18,375 | £157 | 43% |
| East Lothian 24 km | 88 | £19,929 | £186 | 42% |
| West Lothian 25 km | 78 | £17,712 | £180 | 38% |
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FAQ
An active Midlothian Airbnb grossed £27,068 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 57 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £4,480 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Midlothian listings earn between £1,340 and £4,480 in a typical month, and the top tenth £6,090 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Midlothian were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. September is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Midlothian cost £230 before fees. Half of listings charge between £145 and £275, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Midlothian, 35% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Midlothian Airbnb grossed £27,068 in the 12 months to October 2026, 6% below the Scotland average of £28,841. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £17,128 a year (about £1,430 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 £2,460 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
August usually pays best, averaging £4,810 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Midlothian listing was open to book earned £99 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 £188 or more.
Midlothian stays were booked 53 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Midlothian Airbnb stay lasted 3.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 32 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Midlothian Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Midlothian Town, Dalkeith and Bonnyrigg draw the most short-term rental interest in Midlothian. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 57 active Airbnb listings in Midlothian as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is City of Edinburgh, 12 km away.
In Midlothian, 46% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about £95.
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 1,816 Airbnb stays in Midlothian, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 57 active Airbnb listings in Midlothian 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.
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