Airbnb market data · 202612 months to June 2026
Cowbridge, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cowbridge brought in £16,326 over the 12 months through June 2026, across just 22 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Cowbridge run through June 2026.
The short answer
Cowbridge Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged £236 a night and were booked on 38% of available nights.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.1 times as much as in October, the slowest. With only 22 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 22 active listings, Cowbridge is the 198th-largest of 293 Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cowbridge?
Gross bookings per Cowbridge listing averaged £16,326 over the 12 months to June 2026 (Wales average: £21,661), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Cowbridge listing brought in £3,230 in August, its best month, and £1,520 in October, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Cowbridge's 22 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £3,770+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,660 or more, roughly £990 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,670 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £1,180 or less, about 71% 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 2.1 times what October did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,100.
Cowbridge Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the June 2026 data.
August led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in June.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | £3,209 | 59.2% | £249 | £104 | 90 days | 2.6 nights |
| Aug 2025 | £3,226 | 63.0% | £243 | £104 | 77 days | 3.9 nights |
| Sep 2025 | £1,913 | 49.2% | £231 | £64 | 67 days | 5.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £1,515 | 37.1% | £227 | £49 | 72 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £2,061 | 41.3% | £219 | £69 | 66 days | 5.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,868 | 38.5% | £221 | £60 | 60 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,694 | 26.5% | £221 | £55 | 61 days | 9.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,598 | 28.9% | £239 | £57 | 54 days | 2.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,607 | 39.7% | £245 | £52 | 48 days | 3.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £1,978 | 41.9% | £254 | £66 | 60 days | 3 nights |
| May 2026 | £1,946 | 30.6% | £261 | £63 | 57 days | 2.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £2,618 | 33.1% | £278 | £87 | 65 days | 3.4 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Cowbridge market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb estimator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cowbridge Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cowbridge Airbnb took in £16,326 in the 12 months to June 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £850 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 £1,380 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £2,230 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,040 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £740 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.
Cowbridge Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £14,096 | £22,510 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay14% of Cowbridge bookings | £2,230 | £3,550 |
| Gross bookings | £16,326 | £26,060 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 73% of Cowbridge listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£1,970 | −£3,150 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£2,230 | −£3,550 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£820 | −£1,300 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£330 | −£520 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£490 | −£780 |
| 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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£6,080 | −£9,540 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £10,246about £850 a month | £16,520about £1,380 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cowbridge Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cowbridge'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 Cowbridge 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 Cowbridge's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cowbridge listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 39% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £140 adds about £1,390 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £205 a night or more, against a median of £140. 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 £1,410 a year.
- Open for the busy months. August brought the average listing about £3,230, against £1,520 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cowbridge listings average 4.88 stars, and 50% 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 £2,170 a month, against £1,360 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cowbridge?
Cowbridge listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Wales average (40%) and 3 points below the U.K. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 26% in January to 63% in August.
Across Cowbridge's 22 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 72%+ of open nights, 33 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 39% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
August was the busiest month in Cowbridge, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 38% 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 Cowbridge?
The average nightly rate in Cowbridge, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £236 over the past year, about 18% above the Wales average of £200 and about 21% above the U.K. average of £195. Rates peak in June at about £280 and bottom out in January and November at about £220.
Across Cowbridge's 22 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £400+ a night, about 2.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £205 or more, about £65 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £140 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £105 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates ran 27% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £241.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cowbridge?
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 Cowbridge it averaged £71 over the past year, from about £49 in October to about £104 in August.
Across Cowbridge's 22 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £115+ per open night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £82 or more, about £25 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £55 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £45 or less, about 18% below the median.
August RevPAR was about 2.1 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £69.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cowbridge
With only 22 active listings, the monthly pattern in Cowbridge is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in October.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cowbridge?
Guests book Cowbridge stays 67 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 90 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 48 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Cowbridge
None of the 22 active listings in Cowbridge 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 Cowbridge.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cowbridge
AirROI's area guide picks seven Cowbridge neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cowbridge Town Centre, Fonmon Castle and The Vale of Glamorgan. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cowbridge Town Centre | The historic market town known for its charming streets, boutiques, and cafes. Popular with visitors seeking a traditional Welsh experience and local culture. | Cowbridge Physic Garden, Cowbridge Market, The Old Hall, St. Mary Church, Local pubs and eateries |
| Fonmon Castle | A beautiful historical landmark that attracts tourists and history enthusiasts. Great location for guests interested in Welsh heritage and countryside attractions. | Fonmon Castle, Castle grounds, Historic tours |
| The Vale of Glamorgan | A picturesque area featuring stunning countryside and coastal views. Ideal for those looking for outdoor activities and nature retreats. | Penarth Pier, Highlighting the Heritage Coast, Walking trails, Beaches and fishing spots |
| Cowbridge Wine Estate | An award-winning winery that attracts visitors for tours and tastings. Perfect for those who appreciate wine and the local gastronomy. | Wine tastings, Vineyard tours, Local events and festivals |
| Llangan | A nearby village offering a peaceful retreat with access to the countryside. Suitable for guests seeking tranquility and relaxation away from the city bustle. | Local parks, Walking trails, Village pubs |
| Dyffryn Gardens | A National Trust site featuring beautiful gardens and a historic house. Attracts visitors interested in horticulture and nature walks. | Dyffryn House, Gardens, Nature trails all year round |
| St. Donats | A charming village known for its castle and coastal scenery. Attractive for visitors looking to explore the Welsh coast and historical sites. | St. Donat's Castle, Coastal paths, Cultural events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Cowbridge vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 30 km, Porlock (30 km away, 59 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.2 times as much as Cowbridge.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vale of Glamorgan 13 km | 75 | £17,148 | £167 | 39% |
| Barry 14 km | 62 | £16,986 | £149 | 44% |
| Porthcawl 18 km | 76 | £23,789 | £218 | 40% |
| Cardiff 19 km | 1,675 | £20,153 | £188 | 38% |
| Penarth 19 km | 70 | £18,114 | £197 | 36% |
| Newport 27 km | 283 | £18,263 | £173 | 38% |
| Minehead 28 km | 62 | £18,087 | £197 | 41% |
| Porlock 30 km | 59 | £35,341 | £254 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Wales
- Swansea Airbnb data 421 listings
- Tenby Airbnb data 404 listings
- Gwynedd Airbnb data 386 listings
- Pembrokeshire Airbnb data 356 listings
- Conwy Airbnb data 331 listings
- Powys Airbnb data 258 listings
- Llandudno Airbnb data 246 listings
- Saundersfoot Airbnb data 232 listings
See all 293 Wales Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Cowbridge
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cowbridge:
- North Devon Airbnb data UK · £237/night · 37.3%
- Christchurch Airbnb data UK · £236/night · 38.5%
- Dover Airbnb data UK · £231/night · 37.7%
- Bembridge Airbnb data UK · £232/night · 38.0%
- Fife Airbnb data UK · £230/night · 38.3%
- Shanklin Airbnb data UK · £227/night · 37.7%
FAQ
Cowbridge Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cowbridge?
An active Cowbridge Airbnb grossed £16,326 on average in the 12 months to June 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 22 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,660 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cowbridge?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cowbridge listings earn between £1,180 and £2,660 in a typical month, and the top tenth £3,770 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 Cowbridge?
Listings in Cowbridge were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Wales average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cowbridge?
The average booked night in Cowbridge cost £236 before fees. Half of listings charge between £105 and £205; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cowbridge?
None of the active Cowbridge 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 Cowbridge?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cowbridge Airbnb grossed £16,326 in the 12 months to June 2026, 25% below the Wales average of £21,661, though with only 22 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, £10,246 a year (about £850 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 £1,380 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cowbridge?
August paid best over the past year, at £3,230 per active listing, and October paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Cowbridge?
Each night a Cowbridge listing was open to book earned £71 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 £115 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cowbridge?
Cowbridge stays were booked 67 days (about two 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 Cowbridge?
The average Cowbridge Airbnb stay lasted 4.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cowbridge rated?
Guests rate Cowbridge Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cowbridge?
Cowbridge Town Centre, Fonmon Castle and The Vale of Glamorgan draw the most short-term rental interest in Cowbridge. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cowbridge?
AirROI counted 22 active Airbnb listings in Cowbridge as of June 2026. The closest tracked market is Vale of Glamorgan, 13 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cowbridge?
In Cowbridge, about six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £69; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 22 active Airbnb listings in Cowbridge from July 2025 to June 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.