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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Swansea, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Swansea brought in £11,344 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 43% less than the Wales average of £20,023.
The short answer
Swansea Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Wales average. Listings averaged £122 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against £190 and 40% for the Wales average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.3 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 428 active listings, Swansea is the second-largest of 293 Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Swansea?
Gross bookings per Swansea listing averaged £11,344 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Wales average: £20,023), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Swansea listing brings in £2,240 in August, its best month, and £987 in January, its slowest. February runs within 4% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 35% 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 4.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £3,050+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,000 or more, roughly £950 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,050 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £426 or less, about 41% 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 earns about 2.3 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £2,260 £970
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £1,410. 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.
Swansea Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
August 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | £1,399 | 40.1% | £118 | £47 | 35 days | 4.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £1,393 | 39.4% | £117 | £45 | 42 days | 4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,111 | 35.3% | £114 | £37 | 35 days | 4.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,278 | 35.5% | £118 | £41 | 40 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £970 | 29.3% | £114 | £31 | 31 days | 4.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £989 | 33.3% | £114 | £35 | 29 days | 4.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,090 | 31.8% | £117 | £35 | 28 days | 4.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £1,227 | 33.9% | £121 | £41 | 36 days | 4.3 nights |
| May 2026 | £1,559 | 37.8% | £133 | £50 | 47 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £1,689 | 41.0% | £135 | £56 | 46 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £2,163 | 42.7% | £147 | £70 | 84 days | 3.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £2,264 | 49.8% | £147 | £73 | 57 days | 3.9 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Swansea address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Swansea Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Swansea Airbnb took in £11,344 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £590 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 £1,130 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £1,320 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £700 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £510 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.
Swansea Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £10,024 | £19,040 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Swansea bookings | £1,320 | £2,520 |
| Gross bookings | £11,344 | £21,560 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Swansea listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£1,630 | −£3,100 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£1,320 | −£2,520 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£570 | −£1,080 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£230 | −£430 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£340 | −£650 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£110 | −£110 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£60 | −£60 |
| 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 | −£4,260 | −£7,950 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £7,084about £590 a month | £13,610about £1,130 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Swansea Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Swansea'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 Swansea 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 Swansea's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Swansea listings are booked on 58% or more of their nights, against 33% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £100 adds about £1,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £145 a night or more, against a median of £100. 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 £1,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about £2,240, against £987 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Swansea listings average 4.60 stars, and 25% 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 £1,800 a month, against £950 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Swansea?
Swansea listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Wales average (40%) and 6 points below the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 50% in August and falls to 30% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 76%+ of open nights, 43 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 58% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 33% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, less than one night a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Swansea, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 39% 50% 29%
The 12-month rate of 35% 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 Swansea?
The average nightly rate in Swansea, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £122 over the past year, about 36% below the Wales and U.K. averages (£190 and £185). In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about £140 and bottom out in November at about £105.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £220+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £145 or more, about £45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £100 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £65 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
August rates run 31% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £147 £97
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £117.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Swansea?
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 Swansea it averaged £44 over the past year, from about £32 in a typical January to about £72 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £90+ per open night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £56 or more, about £25 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £33 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £17 or less, about half of the median.
August RevPAR is about 2.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £73 £31
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £46. The 12-month RevPAR of £44 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 Swansea
Swansea has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to April. A listing earns about 80% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Swansea
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £2,240 £987
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £1,410.
Revenue by month in Swansea in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £987 |
| February | Low season | £1,020 |
| March | Low season | £1,120 |
| April | Low season | £1,270 |
| May | Shoulder season | £1,480 |
| June | High season | £1,560 |
| July | High season | £2,110 |
| August | High season | £2,240 |
| September | Shoulder season | £1,390 |
| October | Shoulder season | £1,340 |
| November | Low season | £1,120 |
| December | Low season | £1,270 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | £1,970 | 45% | £135 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September–October | £1,400 | 41% | £114 |
| Low seasonNovember–April | £1,130 | 36% | £110 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Swansea?
Guests book Swansea stays 44 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 76 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical July booking is made in late April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 39 days 84 days 22 days
The 12-month figure of 44 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Swansea
None of the 428 active listings in Swansea 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 Swansea.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Swansea
AirROI's area guide picks six Swansea neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Swansea Marina, City Centre and Oxwich Bay. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea Marina | Vibrant area with a mix of leisure, residential, and commercial spaces. Ideal for guests interested in waterfront activities and dining options. | National Waterfront Museum, Swansea Marina, Haven Waterway, The Swansea Boat, Mumbles Road |
| City Centre | The heart of Swansea, bustling with shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. A great location for business travelers and those wanting to experience city life. | Swansea Market, Swansea Grand Theatre, Swansea City AFC, The Dylan Thomas Centre, Oystermouth Castle |
| Oxwich Bay | Renowned for its breathtaking beach and natural beauty, Oxwich Bay is perfect for nature lovers and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. | Oxwich Beach, Gower Peninsula, Oxwich Castle, Gower Walking Trails |
| Clyne Gardens | Famous for its scenic gardens and parkland, Clyne Gardens attracts visitors interested in nature and outdoor activities. | Clyne Gardens, Swansea Bay, Gower Peninsular, Clyne Valley |
| Knedlington | A quaint village known for its scenic views and proximity to Pembrokeshire National Park, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. | Knedlington Castle, Walking Trails, Local Wildlife Parks |
| Burry Port | Offering picturesque waterfront views and a working harbor, Burry Port is popular for those seeking tranquility and seaside charm. | Burry Port Harbour, Pembrey Country Park, Burry Port Lighthouse, Local Cafés |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Swansea Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 78% of listings in Swansea, but private rooms are a real segment: more than one listing in five (21%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 56%, about 1.6 times the share of apartments and condos (36%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Swansea Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 78%
- Private room 21%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 78.0% | 334 |
| Private room | 21.3% | 91 |
| Shared room | 0.7% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Swansea Airbnb listings by property type
- House 56%
- Apartment/Condo 36%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
- Others 2%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 55.8% | 239 |
| Apartment/Condo | 35.5% | 152 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.5% | 15 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.3% | 10 |
| Others | 2.1% | 9 |
| Unique stay | 0.7% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Swansea Have?
One- and two-bedroom homes are equally common in Swansea (29% of entire homes each), and 35% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 329 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Swansea entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
7%
29%
29%
16%
15%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.7% | 22 |
| 1 bedroom | 29.2% | 96 |
| 2 bedrooms | 28.9% | 95 |
| 3 bedrooms | 15.8% | 52 |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.2% | 50 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.3% | 14 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Swansea
A typical studio in Swansea earned £4,200 over the past year, against £5,840 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 22 | £4,200 | £5,240 | £72 | 30% |
| 1 bedroom | 96 | £9,080 | £11,900 | £104 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 95 | £13,400 | £14,700 | £141 | 39% |
| 3 bedrooms | 52 | £10,800 | £15,700 | £183 | 33% |
| 4 bedrooms | 50 | £11,500 | £15,000 | £175 | 34% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 14 | £5,840 | £23,200 | £294 | 35% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Swansea Sleep?
Most Swansea listings are sized for couples and small families: 61% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 16% take eight or more. Shares are of the 347 listings with a guest capacity on file (81% of the market).
Swansea listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
<1%
25%
3%
33%
6%
13%
4%
16%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.3% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 25.4% | 88 |
| 3 guests | 2.6% | 9 |
| 4 guests | 32.6% | 113 |
| 5 guests | 5.8% | 20 |
| 6 guests | 12.7% | 44 |
| 7 guests | 4.3% | 15 |
| 8+ guests | 16.4% | 57 |
How Swansea Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Swansea hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About two in ten listings (19%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 19%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Swansea Offer?
Swansea listings compete on the household basics: the ten most common amenities are staples led by wifi, a TV and a smoke alarm, with no pool, hot tub or free on-site parking among them. Air conditioning does not make the list.
Share of Swansea listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Swansea
Listings in Swansea with an ocean view earned about 2.7 times as much a year, on average, as those without: £28,500 against £10,600. The gap is smaller for a hot tub (about twice as much) and outdoor furniture (about 90% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Swansea listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean view | 4% | £28,500 | £10,600 | +168% |
| Hot tub | 3% | £23,200 | £10,900 | +112% |
| Outdoor furniture | 25% | £17,400 | £9,290 | +88% |
| Fire pit | 4% | £20,500 | £11,000 | +86% |
| Paid parking off premises | 7% | £18,300 | £10,800 | +69% |
| EV charger | 4% | £18,600 | £11,000 | +68% |
| Pets allowed | 21% | £16,300 | £9,980 | +64% |
| Single level home | 9% | £17,500 | £10,700 | +63% |
| Indoor fireplace | 11% | £16,800 | £10,600 | +58% |
| Outdoor dining area | 18% | £16,000 | £10,300 | +55% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Swansea?
Most Swansea guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 17% of those who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from the United States and France. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 60%, followed by French and Spanish.
83% of Swansea guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 83%
- International 17%
Where Swansea guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 8.0% |
| Swansea | 2.7% |
| Cardiff | 2.4% |
Where Swansea guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% |
| United States | 3.1% |
| France | 2.2% |
| Germany | 1.4% |
| Canada | 1.4% |
Languages spoken by Swansea guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 59.9% |
| French | 7.4% |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| German | 5.1% |
| Italian | 2.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Swansea?
Swansea Airbnbs average 4.60 stars, and 25% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.56, against 4.76 for host communication and check-in.
Communication and check-in score highest in Swansea; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.68 |
| Cleanliness | 4.62 |
| Communication | 4.76 |
| Location | 4.66 |
| Check-in | 4.76 |
| Value | 4.56 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Swansea: Stays, Rules and Fees
85% of Swansea listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 16% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Swansea listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 59%
- 181-270 days 26%
- 91-180 days 12%
- 31-90 days 3%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 58.6% | 251 |
| 181-270 days | 25.9% | 111 |
| 91-180 days | 11.9% | 51 |
| 31-90 days | 3.3% | 14 |
| 1-30 days | 0.2% | 1 |
Days a year Swansea listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 13%
- 91-180 days 27%
- 31-90 days 33%
- 1-30 days 24%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 3.5% | 15 |
| 181-270 days | 12.6% | 54 |
| 91-180 days | 26.9% | 115 |
| 31-90 days | 33.4% | 143 |
| 1-30 days | 23.6% | 101 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Swansea?
The average Swansea booking lasts 4.5 nights, longest in September and shortest in July. Listings took about 20 bookings each over the year, some 8,270 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 Swansea
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.3 nights 5.1 nights 3.7 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Swansea Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About three-quarters of listings in Swansea accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Swansea listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Swansea?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Swansea, used by 26% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. About four in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 47% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Swansea listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Swansea?
More than eight in ten Swansea listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £56, and some higher fees lift the average to £110. Spread over the average stay of 4.5 nights, that adds roughly £13 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £56
- Average cleaning fee
- £110
- Listings charging a fee
- 82.0%
- Share of gross revenue
- 11.7%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Swansea
The top-grossing Airbnb in Swansea, a nine-bedroom home, took in £105,000 over the past year, about 9.3 times the city's average of £11,300. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.
Little Bryn Gwyn Residential Centre Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.92 
Ship Cottage, Pwll Du Bay, Gower Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- £76,913
- Occupancy
- 62.8%
- Daily rate
- £336
A Home from Home, 5/6 bdrm, 2 bath, Family Holiday Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- £68,613
- Occupancy
- 64.4%
- Daily rate
- £279
The Chaffhouse - 4 Bedroom - Llangennith Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- £61,018
- Occupancy
- 57.5%
- Daily rate
- £261
Beachfront Swansea townhouse with parking Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- £59,184
- Occupancy
- 58.3%
- Daily rate
- £328
The Pink House Mumbles Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- £56,445
- Occupancy
- 65.3%
- Daily rate
- £224
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Swansea?
KG Short Stay is the top-grossing host in Swansea, with £366,000 in bookings across 48 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 26% of the market's 428 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Katie grossed £30,000 per listing, about four times KG Short Stay's £7,620.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KG Short Stay | 48 | £365,861 | £7,622 | 4.20/5 | |
| Stay Gower | 15 | £334,768 | £22,318 | 4.80/5 | |
| Cohost Partners | 15 | £181,086 | £12,072 | 4.58/5 | |
| 4 | Joe | 5 | £149,514 | £29,903 | 4.67/5 |
| 5 | Holidaycottages.Co.Uk | 5 | £144,915 | £28,983 | 4.85/5 |
| 6 | Bay | 6 | £139,604 | £23,267 | 4.92/5 |
| 7 | Katie | 4 | £120,051 | £30,013 | 4.77/5 |
| 8 | Kath | 2 | £107,993 | £53,997 | 4.92/5 |
| 9 | Down To Earth Project | 1 | £105,474 | £105,474 | 4.92/5 |
| 10 | Kinga | 9 | £94,771 | £10,530 | 4.43/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Swansea?
Professional management companies run 16% of Swansea listings and owners run the rest. Only 28% of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 91% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 28.3%
- Professional management
- 16.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 21.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 52.6%
- Simplified Pricing
- 91.1%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Swansea
6 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Swansea, and companies run 26% of its 428 active listings. KG Short Stay is the largest, with 48 listings; the next largest are Cohost Partners, Stay Gower, Holidaycottages.Co.Uk and StayRight. Among the five largest, Stay Gower's homes rate highest, at 4.85.
The five largest run 22% of Swansea's listings
Share of Swansea's 428 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- KG Short Stay 11% · 48
- Cohost Partners 4% · 15
- Stay Gower 4% · 15
- Holidaycottages.Co.Uk 2% · 9
- StayRight 2% · 8
- All other listings 78%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Wales, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Swansea vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 30 km, Reynoldston (16 km away, 34 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.6 times as much as Swansea. Llangennith was the busiest, booked on 48% of nights against 35% in Swansea.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbles 6 km | 198 | £23,087 | £174 | 46% |
| Newton 8 km | 120 | £21,133 | £168 | 43% |
| Llanelli 15 km | 60 | £14,168 | £111 | 43% |
| Reynoldston 16 km | 34 | £29,033 | £209 | 41% |
| Llangennith 21 km | 33 | £28,998 | £197 | 48% |
| Llangwm 23 km | 35 | £28,496 | £179 | 44% |
| Porthcawl 23 km | 79 | £21,572 | £206 | 39% |
| Llandeilo 30 km | 40 | £23,986 | £169 | 43% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Wales
- Cardiff Airbnb data 1,659 listings
- Tenby Airbnb data 411 listings
- Gwynedd Airbnb data 369 listings
- Pembrokeshire Airbnb data 346 listings
- Conwy Airbnb data 326 listings
- Newport Airbnb data 280 listings
- Powys Airbnb data 249 listings
- Llandudno Airbnb data 248 listings
See all 293 Wales Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Swansea
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Swansea:
- Gateshead Airbnb data UK · £118/night · 34.4%
- Stretford Airbnb data UK · £120/night · 33.9%
- Welwyn Hatfield Airbnb data UK · £127/night · 34.8%
- Doncaster Airbnb data UK · £128/night · 35.2%
- Nottingham Airbnb data UK · £116/night · 33.8%
- Tyne and Wear Airbnb data UK · £126/night · 35.7%
FAQ
Swansea Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Swansea?
An active Swansea Airbnb grossed £11,344 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 428 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Swansea?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Swansea listings earn between £426 and £2,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth £3,050 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 Swansea?
Listings in Swansea were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Wales average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Swansea?
The average booked night in Swansea cost £122 before fees. Half of listings charge between £65 and £145, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Swansea?
None of the active Swansea 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 Swansea?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Swansea Airbnb grossed £11,344 in the 12 months to September 2026, 43% below the Wales average of £20,023. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £7,084 a year (about £590 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 £1,130 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Swansea?
August usually pays best, averaging £2,240 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Swansea?
Each night a Swansea listing was open to book earned £44 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 £90 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Swansea?
Swansea stays were booked 44 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 Swansea?
The average Swansea Airbnb stay lasted 4.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 20 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Swansea rated?
Guests rate Swansea Airbnbs 4.60 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Swansea?
Swansea Marina, City Centre and Oxwich Bay draw the most short-term rental interest in Swansea. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Swansea?
AirROI counted 428 active Airbnb listings in Swansea as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Mumbles, 6 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Swansea?
In Swansea, more than eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £56, and some higher fees lift the average to £110.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 428 active Airbnb listings in Swansea from October 2025 to September 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 October 2025 to September 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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