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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Brunswick Heads, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
115
Avg. booking lead time
74 days
Listings showing a permit
99%
Peak revenue month
December
Lowest revenue month
June

The short answer

Brunswick Heads Airbnb Market at a Glance

Listings averaged A$470 a night, about 6% higher than the New South Wales average of A$445, and were booked on 42% of available nights, close to its 41%.

Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.3 times as much as in June, usually the slowest.

With 115 active listings, Brunswick Heads is the 66th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 15%.

Map of Airbnb listings in Brunswick Heads Browse the live Brunswick Heads Airbnb market See Every Brunswick Heads Listing

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Brunswick Heads?

Gross bookings per Brunswick Heads listing averaged A$51,706 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Brunswick Heads listing brings in A$8,970 in December, its best month, and A$3,890 in June, its slowest. 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 2.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$11,700+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$7,130 or more, roughly A$2,700 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about A$4,420 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,560 or less, about 58% 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.

December earns about 2.3 times what June does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$5,660. 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.

Brunswick Heads 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.

December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in January 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Brunswick Heads, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025A$4,71345.3%A$410A$15764 days4.8 nights
Oct 2025A$5,78548.2%A$421A$18782 days5.1 nights
Nov 2025A$5,78148.8%A$419A$19366 days4.1 nights
Dec 2025A$8,68057.0%A$461A$28096 days5.9 nights
Jan 2026A$8,53054.8%A$528A$27587 days5.1 nights
Feb 2026A$4,95342.2%A$467A$17756 days4.3 nights
Mar 2026A$4,73235.8%A$461A$15351 days3.8 nights
Apr 2026A$5,70141.3%A$458A$19079 days3.7 nights
May 2026A$4,40637.0%A$441A$14230 days3.2 nights
Jun 2026A$4,23736.6%A$458A$14137 days4 nights
Jul 2026A$5,31439.3%A$465A$17160 days4.5 nights
Aug 2026A$5,23941.2%A$465A$16959 days4.8 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.

The typical Brunswick Heads listing earns about A$4,420 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb estimator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Brunswick Heads Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Brunswick Heads Airbnb took in A$51,706 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,850 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 A$4,640 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$4,500 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$3,220 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,460 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.

Brunswick Heads Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Brunswick Heads Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsA$47,206A$76,180
Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Brunswick Heads bookingsA$4,500A$7,260
Gross bookingsA$51,706A$83,440
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 85% of Brunswick Heads listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−A$7,060−A$11,390
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself−A$4,500−A$7,260
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−A$2,590−A$4,170
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−A$1,030−A$1,670
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−A$1,550−A$2,500
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−A$520−A$520
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−A$260−A$260
ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsA$0A$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeA$0A$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onA$0A$0
Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−A$17,510−A$27,770
Left for housing costs, then profitA$34,196about A$2,850 a monthA$55,670about A$4,640 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Brunswick Heads Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Brunswick Heads'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 Brunswick Heads 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 Brunswick Heads's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Brunswick Heads listings are booked on 63% or more of their nights, against 41% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$360 adds about A$3,580 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$535 a night or more, against a median of A$360. 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 A$4,720 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about A$8,970, against A$3,890 in June, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Brunswick Heads listings average 4.83 stars, and 44% 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 A$6,950 a month, against A$4,310 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Brunswick Heads?

Brunswick Heads listings were booked on 42% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the New South Wales average and in line with the Australia average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 33% in June to 59% in December.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 79%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 63% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 41% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 24% or less, under two nights a week.

December is usually the busiest month in Brunswick Heads, June the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 42% 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 Brunswick Heads?

The average nightly rate in Brunswick Heads, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$470 over the past year, about 6% above the New South Wales average of A$445 and about 22% above the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in January at about A$495 and bottom out in September at about A$395.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$875+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$535 or more, about A$180 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about A$360 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$260 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

January rates run 26% above September's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$437. The 12-month ADR of A$470 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Brunswick Heads?

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 Brunswick Heads it averaged A$191 over the past year, from about A$130 in a typical June to about A$289 in a typical December.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$365+ per open night, about 2.4 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$232 or more, about A$80 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about A$153 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$98 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

December RevPAR is about 2.2 times June's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$186.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Brunswick Heads

Brunswick Heads has two high seasons, April and December–January, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to September, with a midsummer dip in February as well.

Average revenue by month in Brunswick Heads

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, A$5,660.

Revenue by month in Brunswick Heads in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Brunswick Heads, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryHigh seasonA$8,160
FebruaryLow seasonA$5,110
MarchShoulder seasonA$5,870
AprilHigh seasonA$6,300
MayLow seasonA$4,150
JuneLow seasonA$3,890
JulyLow seasonA$4,790
AugustLow seasonA$4,650
SeptemberLow seasonA$4,800
OctoberShoulder seasonA$5,430
NovemberShoulder seasonA$5,770
DecemberHigh seasonA$8,970
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Brunswick Heads by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonDecember–JanuaryA$8,57057%A$481
High seasonAprilA$6,30046%A$448
Shoulder seasonMarch, October–NovemberA$5,69045%A$419
Low seasonFebruary, May–SeptemberA$4,56040%A$429

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Brunswick Heads?

Guests book Brunswick Heads stays 74 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 94 days ahead, and May stays closest to arrival, about 41 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-September.

December stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month figure of 74 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 Brunswick Heads

99% of the 115 active listings in Brunswick Heads 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 Brunswick Heads.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Brunswick Heads

AirROI's area guide picks five Brunswick Heads neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Brunswick Heads Beach, Brunswick Heads Village and The Australian Dunes. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Brunswick Heads
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Brunswick Heads Beach A tranquil coastal town known for its stunning beach and family-friendly atmosphere. It's a perfect spot for tourists seeking relaxation and outdoor activities like swimming, surfing, and fishing.Brunswick Heads Beach, Torakina Beach, Brunswick River, Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve, The River Mouth
Brunswick Heads Village The heart of Brunswick Heads featuring charming shops, cafes, and a relaxed community vibe. Ideal for visitors looking to experience local culture and cuisine.Brunswick Heads Markets, Local cafes and restaurants, The Hotel Brunswick, Heritage-listed buildings, Art galleries
The Australian Dunes Known for its natural beauty and eco-tourism opportunities, this area attracts nature lovers and those looking for a peaceful retreat among lush surroundings.The Dunes Beach, Walking trails, Nature experiences, Birdwatching, Picnic spots
Fisherman's Lookout A popular lookout point that provides breathtaking views of the coastline and a great spot for photography. It's favored by tourists wanting to enjoy picturesque landscapes.Viewing platform, Scenic walks, Photography spots, Whale watching opportunities
Chinderah A quieter alternative to Brunswick Heads, appealing to families and groups looking for larger spaces and easy access to both river and beach activities.Chinderah Tavern, Local parks, Walking trails along the Tweed River, Close to Gold Coast attractions

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Brunswick Heads Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 90% of listings in Brunswick Heads, ahead of private rooms at 10%. Houses (44%) and apartments or condos (40%) split the stock almost evenly.

Listings by room type

Brunswick Heads Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 90%
  • Private room 10%
  • Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
Brunswick Heads Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home89.6%103
Private room9.6%11
Hotel room0.9%1

Houses and apartments split the stock

Brunswick Heads Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 44%
  • Apartment/Condo 40%
  • Hotel/Boutique 11%
  • Others 3%
  • Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
Brunswick Heads Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House44.3%51
Apartment/Condo40.0%46
Hotel/Boutique11.3%13
Others3.5%4
Cabin/Outdoor0.9%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Brunswick Heads Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Brunswick Heads (35% of entire homes), and 44% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 102 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Brunswick Heads entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Brunswick Heads entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
1 bedroom20.6%21
2 bedrooms35.3%36
3 bedrooms23.5%24
4 bedrooms15.7%16
5+ bedrooms4.9%5

What Each Home Size Earns in Brunswick Heads

A typical one-bedroom home in Brunswick Heads earned A$47,900 over the past year, against A$69,500 for a four-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Brunswick Heads
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom21A$47,900A$46,200A$26055%
2 bedrooms36A$28,400A$40,400A$36240%
3 bedrooms24A$56,800A$66,000A$59541%
4 bedrooms16A$69,500A$79,900A$81439%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Brunswick Heads Sleep?

The most common capacity in Brunswick Heads is four guests (31% of listings), and 43% of listings sleep six or more.

Brunswick Heads listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Brunswick Heads listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
2 guests17.9%20
3 guests4.5%5
4 guests31.3%35
5 guests3.6%4
6 guests19.6%22
7 guests2.7%3
8+ guests20.5%23

How Brunswick Heads Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Brunswick Heads hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 36% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
11
Beds per listing
3.1
Show exact location
36%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Brunswick Heads Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in Brunswick Heads: 86% of listings offer it, and 55% have a barbecue grill.

Share of Brunswick Heads listings with each common amenity

  • TV 94%
  • Air conditioning 93%
  • Smoke alarm 90%
  • Kitchen 88%
  • Free parking on premises 86%
  • Wifi 83%
  • Dishes and silverware 83%
  • Hot water 80%
  • Iron 79%
  • Heating 78%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Brunswick Heads

Listings in Brunswick Heads with beach essentials earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: A$88,200 against A$44,000. Listings with sun loungers show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for a sound system (about 85% 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 Brunswick Heads 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

  • Beach essentials +100% on 17% of listings
  • Sun loungers +100% on 12% of listings
  • Sound system +87% on 17% of listings
  • Pool +52% on 14% of listings
  • Outdoor shower +52% on 25% of listings
  • Pets allowed +50% on 41% of listings
  • Garden view +50% on 19% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +43% on 52% of listings
  • Backyard +43% on 53% of listings
  • BBQ grill +42% on 55% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Brunswick Heads listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Beach essentials17%A$88,200A$44,000+100%
Sun loungers12%A$92,300A$46,100+100%
Sound system17%A$84,600A$45,200+87%
Pool14%A$73,300A$48,200+52%
Outdoor shower25%A$69,400A$45,700+52%
Pets allowed41%A$64,400A$43,000+50%
Garden view19%A$70,600A$47,200+50%
Outdoor dining area52%A$60,500A$42,200+43%
Backyard53%A$60,100A$42,200+43%
BBQ grill55%A$59,700A$42,000+42%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Brunswick Heads?

Brunswick Heads draws mostly domestic guests: 88% of those who left reviews live in Australia. No single city dominates: Brisbane is the largest source, at about 6% of reviews. Of the 12% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United States and the United Kingdom.

88% of Brunswick Heads guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 88%
  • International 12%

Where Brunswick Heads guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Brisbane 6%
  • Melbourne 6%
  • Sydney 4%
  • Gold Coast 4%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Brunswick Heads guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Brisbane6.3%
Melbourne5.8%
Sydney4.5%
Gold Coast3.7%

Where Brunswick Heads guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Australia 88%
  • United States 3%
  • United Kingdom 3%
  • New Zealand 1%
  • Germany 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Brunswick Heads guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
Australia88.5%
United States2.6%
United Kingdom2.6%
New Zealand1.4%
Germany1.0%

Languages spoken by Brunswick Heads guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 70%
  • Spanish 8%
  • French 6%
  • German 4%
  • Italian 3%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Brunswick Heads guests
Language Share of guests
English70.4%
Spanish7.8%
French6.1%
German3.6%
Italian2.8%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Brunswick Heads?

Brunswick Heads Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 44% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.68, against 4.93 for location and check-in.

Location and check-in score highest in Brunswick Heads; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.85
  • Cleanliness 4.83
  • Communication 4.89
  • Location 4.93
  • Check-in 4.93
  • Value 4.68
Category scores in numbers
Brunswick Heads guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.85
Cleanliness4.83
Communication4.89
Location4.93
Check-in4.93
Value4.68

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Brunswick Heads: Stays, Rules and Fees

About three-quarters of Brunswick Heads listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 24% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 36% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Brunswick Heads listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 41%
  • 181-270 days 35%
  • 91-180 days 21%
  • 31-90 days 3%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Brunswick Heads listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days40.9%47
181-270 days34.8%40
91-180 days20.9%24
31-90 days3.5%4

Days a year Brunswick Heads listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 3%
  • 181-270 days 21%
  • 91-180 days 36%
  • 31-90 days 32%
  • 1-30 days 8%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Brunswick Heads listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days3.5%4
181-270 days20.9%24
91-180 days35.7%41
31-90 days32.2%37
1-30 days7.8%9

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Brunswick Heads?

The average Brunswick Heads booking lasts 4.9 nights, longest in December and shortest in June. Listings took about 25 bookings each over the year, some 2,900 in all. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Brunswick Heads

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Brunswick Heads Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

49% of listings in Brunswick Heads accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is two nights.

Minimum stay set by Brunswick Heads listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 13% 15 listings
  • 2 Nights 36% 41 listings
  • 3 Nights 17% 20 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 29% 33 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 5% 6 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Brunswick Heads?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Brunswick Heads, used by 45% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 17% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Brunswick Heads listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 4% 5 listings
  • Moderate 13% 15 listings
  • Limited 5% 6 listings
  • Firm 45% 52 listings
  • Strict 15% 17 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 13% 15 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days 4% 5 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Brunswick Heads?

86% of Brunswick Heads listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$215, and some higher fees lift the average to A$336. Spread over the average stay of 4.9 nights, that adds roughly A$45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
A$215
Average cleaning fee
A$336
Listings charging a fee
86.1%
Share of gross revenue
8.7%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Brunswick Heads

The top-grossing Airbnb in Brunswick Heads, a three-bedroom home, took in A$177,000 over the past year, about 3.4 times the city's average of A$51,700.

Bruns Surf Shack: Beachy Hideaway Bruns Surf Shack: Beachy Hideaway Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
A$177,258
Occupancy
84.4%
Daily rate
A$545
Brunswick Heads Modern Pool Beach House Brunswick Heads Modern Pool Beach House Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
A$168,902
Occupancy
41.3%
Daily rate
A$1,092
The Sunset Bungalow, Brunswick Heads The Sunset Bungalow, Brunswick Heads Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
A$168,757
Occupancy
67.2%
Daily rate
A$679
Seasalt Brunswick Heads Seasalt Brunswick Heads Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
A$165,768
Occupancy
47.1%
Daily rate
A$958
Absolute waterfront, 3 story beach house. Absolute waterfront, 3 story beach house. Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
A$157,880
Occupancy
36.8%
Daily rate
A$1,243
Bruns Sunseeker Bruns Sunseeker Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.78
Revenue
A$147,010
Occupancy
60.9%
Daily rate
A$907

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Brunswick Heads?

North Coast Lifestyle Properti… is the top-grossing host in Brunswick Heads, with A$628,000 in bookings across 19 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 42% of its 115 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Ryan grossed A$64,400 per listing, 95% more than North Coast Lifestyle Properti…'s A$33,000.

Top Airbnb hosts in Brunswick Heads by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
North Coast Lifestyle Properti… 19A$627,847A$33,0454.72/5
Paul 9A$416,464A$46,2744.65/5
Ryan 6A$386,312A$64,3854.81/5
4 Min 2A$227,863A$113,9324.89/5
5 Susan 2A$178,145A$89,0724.88/5
6 Gene 1A$177,258A$177,2584.99/5
7 Melissa 2A$173,194A$86,5974.94/5
8 The Brunswick 5A$165,900A$33,1804.77/5
9 Contemporary Hotels 1A$165,768A$165,7685.00/5
10 Mark 1A$157,880A$157,8805.00/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Brunswick Heads?

Professional management companies run 17% of Brunswick Heads listings and owners run the rest, though 25% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 49% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 30% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 85% of listings.

Superhosts
48.7%
Professional management
17.4%
Cohosted listings
25.2%
Instant Book enabled
29.6%
Simplified Pricing
85.2%

Nearby markets

Brunswick Heads vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 16 km, Byron Bay (13 km away) earned the most per listing, about 41% more than Brunswick Heads. South Golden Beach was the busiest, booked on 45% of nights against 42% in Brunswick Heads.

Airbnb markets near Brunswick Heads: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
New Brighton 3 km 38A$36,929A$48535%
Ocean Shores 3 km 85A$29,490A$33940%
South Golden Beach 5 km 38A$38,468A$37645%
Mullumbimby 5 km 62A$31,322A$30943%
Ewingsdale 10 km 48A$69,636A$85040%
Byron Shire Council 11 km 174A$72,543A$67943%
Byron Bay 13 km 1,002A$73,153A$64842%
Bangalow 16 km 95A$56,972A$64138%

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FAQ

Brunswick Heads Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Brunswick Heads?

An active Brunswick Heads Airbnb grossed A$51,706 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 115 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$7,130 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Brunswick Heads?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Brunswick Heads listings earn between A$2,560 and A$7,130 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$11,700 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 Brunswick Heads?

Listings in Brunswick Heads were booked on 42% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. December is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Brunswick Heads?

The average booked night in Brunswick Heads cost A$470 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$260 and A$535, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Brunswick Heads?

In Brunswick Heads, 99% 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.

Is Airbnb profitable in Brunswick Heads?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Brunswick Heads Airbnb grossed A$51,706 in the 12 months to September 2026, 10% above the New South Wales average of A$46,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$34,196 a year (about A$2,850 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 A$4,640 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Brunswick Heads?

December usually pays best, averaging A$8,970 per active listing over the past two years, and June usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Brunswick Heads?

Each night a Brunswick Heads listing was open to book earned A$191 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 A$365 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Brunswick Heads?

Brunswick Heads stays were booked 74 days (about two and a half 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 Brunswick Heads?

The average Brunswick Heads Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Brunswick Heads rated?

Guests rate Brunswick Heads Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Brunswick Heads?

Brunswick Heads Beach, Brunswick Heads Village and The Australian Dunes draw the most short-term rental interest in Brunswick Heads. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Brunswick Heads?

AirROI counted 115 active Airbnb listings in Brunswick Heads as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is New Brighton, 3 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Brunswick Heads?

In Brunswick Heads, 86% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$215, and some higher fees lift the average to A$336.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 115 active Airbnb listings in Brunswick Heads 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 Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, 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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