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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Darlington, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Darlington brought in £7,768 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 60% less than the England average of £19,455.
The short answer
Darlington Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the England average. Listings averaged £94 a night and were booked on 34% of available nights, against £180 and 40% for the England average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 190 active listings, Darlington is the 190th-largest of 1,108 England markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 13% while the number of active listings grew 40%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Darlington?
Gross bookings per Darlington listing averaged £7,768 over the 12 months to September 2026 (England average: £19,455), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Darlington listing brings in £1,520 in July, its best month, and £795 in February, its slowest. January runs within 3% of February, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 4.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £2,390+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £1,610 or more, roughly £760 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £849 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £337 or less, about 40% 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.
July earns about twice what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £1,520 £685
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £1,110. 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.
Darlington 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.
July 2026 led on revenue, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | £1,089 | 38.9% | £91 | £36 | 47 days | 4.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £1,204 | 37.2% | £91 | £39 | 24 days | 5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,157 | 39.7% | £89 | £39 | 28 days | 6.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,263 | 41.2% | £91 | £41 | 43 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £942 | 34.7% | £87 | £30 | 22 days | 5.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £868 | 36.0% | £87 | £31 | 31 days | 5.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £864 | 33.7% | £88 | £28 | 28 days | 3.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £957 | 32.3% | £91 | £32 | 34 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | £1,260 | 37.6% | £98 | £41 | 37 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £1,355 | 39.3% | £98 | £45 | 53 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £1,519 | 37.5% | £99 | £49 | 64 days | 5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £1,445 | 45.1% | £100 | £47 | 48 days | 4.7 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.
The typical Darlington listing earns about £849 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 Darlington Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Darlington Airbnb took in £7,768 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £400 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 £770 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £860 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £470 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £350 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.
Darlington Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £6,908 | £13,070 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Darlington bookings | £860 | £1,620 |
| Gross bookings | £7,768 | £14,690 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 96% of Darlington listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£1,170 | −£2,210 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£860 | −£1,620 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£390 | −£730 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£160 | −£290 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£230 | −£440 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£80 | −£80 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£40 | −£40 |
| 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 | −£2,930 | −£5,410 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £4,838about £400 a month | £9,280about £770 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Darlington Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Darlington'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 Darlington 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 Darlington's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Darlington listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 34% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £88 adds about £885 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £110 a night or more, against a median of £88. 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 £690 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about £1,520, against £795 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Darlington listings average 4.60 stars, and 19% 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 £1,220 a month, against £650 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Darlington?
Darlington listings were booked on 34% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the England average (40%) and 7 points below the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 44% in August and falls to 31% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 77%+ of open nights, 43 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 34% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Darlington, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 38% 45% 26%
The 12-month rate of 34% 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 Darlington?
The average nightly rate in Darlington, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £94 over the past year, about 48% below the England and U.K. averages (£180 and £185). In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about £98 and bottom out in January and February at about £85.
The top 10% charge about twice the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £135+ a night, about 1.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £110 or more, about £20 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £88 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £65 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 15% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £100 £84
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £90.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Darlington?
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 Darlington it averaged £33 over the past year, from about £26 in a typical January to about £49 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £61+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £41 or more, about £15 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £26 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £14 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.9 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £49 £22
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £36. The 12-month RevPAR of £33 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 Darlington
Darlington has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April. A listing earns about 50% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Darlington
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £1,520 £795
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £1,110.
Revenue by month in Darlington in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £814 |
| February | Low season | £795 |
| March | Low season | £928 |
| April | Low season | £943 |
| May | Shoulder season | £1,090 |
| June | High season | £1,280 |
| July | High season | £1,520 |
| August | High season | £1,420 |
| September | Shoulder season | £1,090 |
| October | Shoulder season | £1,160 |
| November | Shoulder season | £1,110 |
| December | Shoulder season | £1,200 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | £1,410 | 42% | £97 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September–December | £1,130 | 40% | £89 |
| Low seasonJanuary–April | £870 | 34% | £87 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Darlington?
Guests book Darlington stays 37 days ahead on average (about five weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 49 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical August booking is made in late June.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 32 days 64 days 14 days
The 12-month figure of 37 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 Darlington
None of the 190 active listings in Darlington 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 Darlington.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Darlington
AirROI's area guide picks eight Darlington neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Darlington Town Centre, West Park and The Hip. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington Town Centre | The heart of Darlington with a mix of shopping, dining, and culture. Ideal for visitors looking to explore local attractions and amenities. | Darlington Hippodrome, Carmel College, Liberty Hall, Darlington Railway Centre and Museum, Darlington Market |
| West Park | A modern residential area with parks and amenities. Attractive for families and those seeking a quieter environment close to the town centre. | West Park, Darlington Golf Club, The Dolphin Centre, Lieutenant Colonel Forshaw Park, Darlington Arena |
| The Hip | A vibrant area known for its nightlife and an array of restaurants and bars. Popular with younger travelers looking for entertainment. | The Forum Music Venue, Dance City, Y Cafe, Brewery Tap, local pubs and clubs |
| South Park | A beautiful managed park area perfect for families with playgrounds and green spaces. Great for those looking to stay in a tranquil yet accessible location. | South Park, Butterfly World, Darlington Railway Station, The Bandstand, The Café in the Park |
| Pierremont | A suburb known for its quaint charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Attractive for long-term stays and families. | Pierremont Park, local shops, St. John the Evangelist Church, historical buildings, playgrounds |
| The Dene | A residential area known for its community feel and accessibility to the countryside. Good for nature lovers and families. | The Dene Park, Teesdale Way, local cafés, Nature walks, Community events |
| Eastbourne | An area characterized by local amenities and proximity to the town centre; ideal for short and long stays. | Eastbourne Park, Tesco Extra, local shops, close to transport links, community parks |
| Whessoe | A suburban area offering a blend of quiet living while being near the main attractions of Darlington. Suitable for families and professionals. | Whessoe Park, local schools, village shops, community center, close access to transport links |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Darlington Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 87% of listings in Darlington, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in eight (13%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 58%, about 1.5 times the share of apartments and condos (37%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Darlington Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 87%
- Private room 13%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 86.8% | 165 |
| Private room | 13.2% | 25 |
Listings by property type
Darlington Airbnb listings by property type
- House 58%
- Apartment/Condo 37%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 57.9% | 110 |
| Apartment/Condo | 37.4% | 71 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.7% | 9 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Darlington Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Darlington (38% of entire homes), and 41% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 165 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Darlington entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
18%
38%
24%
12%
5%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.6% | 6 |
| 1 bedroom | 18.2% | 30 |
| 2 bedrooms | 37.6% | 62 |
| 3 bedrooms | 24.2% | 40 |
| 4 bedrooms | 11.5% | 19 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.8% | 8 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Darlington
A typical one-bedroom home in Darlington earned £2,720 over the past year, against £5,950 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 30 | £2,720 | £5,690 | £70 | 36% |
| 2 bedrooms | 62 | £3,600 | £6,190 | £94 | 30% |
| 3 bedrooms | 40 | £6,190 | £10,100 | £107 | 37% |
| 4 bedrooms | 19 | £5,950 | £11,500 | £136 | 38% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Darlington Sleep?
The most common capacity in Darlington is four guests (28% of listings), and 36% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 166 listings with a guest capacity on file (87% of the market).
Darlington listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
16%
5%
28%
15%
18%
5%
13%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 16.3% | 27 |
| 3 guests | 4.8% | 8 |
| 4 guests | 28.3% | 47 |
| 5 guests | 15.1% | 25 |
| 6 guests | 18.1% | 30 |
| 7 guests | 4.8% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 12.7% | 21 |
How Darlington Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Darlington hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (29%) 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
- 29%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Darlington Offer?
Washers are close to standard in Darlington: 87% of listings have one, and 66% offer free parking on site.
Share of Darlington listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Darlington
Listings in Darlington with a garden view earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: £14,900 against £7,240. Listings with an indoor fireplace show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for a single-level layout (about 80% 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 Darlington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden view | 7% | £14,900 | £7,240 | +106% |
| Indoor fireplace | 12% | £13,400 | £6,990 | +92% |
| Single level home | 8% | £13,100 | £7,310 | +79% |
| Backyard | 33% | £10,900 | £6,200 | +76% |
| Outdoor furniture | 22% | £11,500 | £6,700 | +72% |
| Patio or balcony | 19% | £11,100 | £7,000 | +58% |
| Pets allowed | 37% | £9,800 | £6,580 | +49% |
| Free parking on premises | 66% | £8,430 | £6,490 | +30% |
| Outdoor dining area | 14% | £8,350 | £7,670 | +9% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Darlington?
Darlington draws mostly domestic guests: 88% of those who left reviews live in the United Kingdom. No single city dominates: London is the largest source outside Darlington, at about 9% of reviews. Of the 12% from abroad, the largest groups come from Australia and the United States.
88% of Darlington guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 88%
- International 12%
Where Darlington guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 8.6% |
| Darlington | 2.8% |
| Lancashire | 1.9% |
| Manchester | 1.6% |
Where Darlington guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% |
| Australia | 1.9% |
| United States | 1.4% |
| Germany | 1.0% |
| France | 1.0% |
Languages spoken by Darlington guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 70.9% |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| French | 5.0% |
| Portuguese | 4.0% |
| German | 3.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Darlington?
Darlington Airbnbs average 4.60 stars, and 19% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on cleanliness: it scores 4.61, against 4.79 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Darlington; cleanliness 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 | 4.69 |
| Cleanliness | 4.61 |
| Communication | 4.78 |
| Location | 4.62 |
| Check-in | 4.79 |
| Value | 4.63 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Darlington: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Darlington listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 12% 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 Darlington listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 67%
- 181-270 days 22%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 66.8% | 127 |
| 181-270 days | 21.6% | 41 |
| 91-180 days | 10.5% | 20 |
| 31-90 days | 1.1% | 2 |
Days a year Darlington listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 23%
- 31-90 days 33%
- 1-30 days 32%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.6% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 10.5% | 20 |
| 91-180 days | 22.6% | 43 |
| 31-90 days | 33.2% | 63 |
| 1-30 days | 32.1% | 61 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Darlington?
The average Darlington booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in November and shortest in September. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year, some 2,930 in all. Nearly seven in ten 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 Darlington
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.7 nights 6.3 nights 3.8 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Darlington Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly seven in ten listings in Darlington accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Darlington 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 Darlington?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Darlington, used by 41% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about two-thirds of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 32% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Darlington listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Darlington?
Nearly three-quarters of Darlington listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about £50. Spread over the average stay of 5.4 nights, that adds roughly £9 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £50
- Average cleaning fee
- £56
- Listings charging a fee
- 73.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 11.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Darlington
The top-grossing Airbnb in Darlington, a five-bedroom home, took in £87,300 over the past year, about 11 times the city's average of £7,770. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have four bedrooms.
The old fernhouse Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.91 
Featherstone House Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £58,855
- Occupancy
- 47.8%
- Daily rate
- £368
Elysian Escape, modern 5 bedroom house Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- £43,446
- Occupancy
- 63.5%
- Daily rate
- £183
Neasham House Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.48 - Revenue
- £39,013
- Occupancy
- 30.4%
- Daily rate
- £239
4 Bed House close to Station Theatre Town centre Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- £30,579
- Occupancy
- 74.0%
- Daily rate
- £109
The Old Abattoir - Entire 4Bed Detached House Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.84 - Revenue
- £26,494
- Occupancy
- 45.9%
- Daily rate
- £125
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Darlington?
Stay With Us is the top-grossing host in Darlington, with £120,000 in bookings across 14 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 33% of the market's 190 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Andzelika grossed £23,500 per listing, about 2.7 times Stay With Us' £8,560.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stay With Us | 14 | £119,847 | £8,561 | 4.50/5 | |
| John | 1 | £87,346 | £87,346 | 4.91/5 | |
| The Beaumonts | 10 | £83,541 | £8,354 | 4.46/5 | |
| 4 | Andzelika | 3 | £70,459 | £23,486 | 4.87/5 |
| 5 | Martyn | 12 | £58,994 | £4,916 | 4.82/5 |
| 6 | Cottages | 1 | £58,855 | £58,855 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Our Home Short Stays | 5 | £52,230 | £10,446 | 4.73/5 |
| 8 | Shahzad | 12 | £46,042 | £3,837 | 4.19/5 |
| 9 | Katie | 2 | £40,053 | £20,026 | 4.93/5 |
| 10 | Laura | 2 | £39,151 | £19,576 | 4.83/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Darlington?
Professional management companies run 16% of Darlington listings and owners run the rest. Only one in five 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 96% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 21.1%
- Professional management
- 15.8%
- Cohosted listings
- 20.0%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 96.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Darlington
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Darlington, and companies run 21% of its 190 active listings. Stay With Us is the largest, with 14 listings and an average guest rating of 4.61; the next largest are Toast Stays and Our Home Short Stays. Among the three largest, Our Home Short Stays' homes rate highest, at 4.73.
The three largest run 14% of Darlington's listings
Share of Darlington's 190 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Stay With Us 7% · 14
- Toast Stays 4% · 8
- Our Home Short Stays 3% · 5
- All other listings 86%
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 England, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Darlington vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 28 km, Richmond (23 km away, 85 listings) earned the most per listing, about 3.1 times as much as Darlington. Bishop Auckland was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 34% in Darlington.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton-on-Tees 16 km | 159 | £6,894 | £101 | 30% |
| Bishop Auckland 17 km | 31 | £11,941 | £100 | 46% |
| Middlesbrough 21 km | 187 | £5,779 | £83 | 30% |
| Richmond 23 km | 85 | £24,452 | £251 | 39% |
| Barnard Castle 25 km | 51 | £15,700 | £137 | 41% |
| Great Ayton 26 km | 48 | £19,068 | £184 | 38% |
| Hartlepool 28 km | 108 | £7,659 | £107 | 31% |
| Durham 28 km | 100 | £19,385 | £161 | 44% |
Other Airbnb Markets in England
- London Airbnb data 29,056 listings
- North Norfolk Airbnb data 2,137 listings
- East Suffolk Airbnb data 2,039 listings
- North Devon Airbnb data 1,933 listings
- South Hams Airbnb data 1,793 listings
- Cotswold District Airbnb data 1,721 listings
- Liverpool Airbnb data 1,640 listings
- Bristol Airbnb data 1,622 listings
See all 1,108 England Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Darlington
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Darlington:
- Aberdeen Airbnb data UK · £108/night · 35.4%
FAQ
Darlington Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Darlington?
An active Darlington Airbnb grossed £7,768 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 190 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £1,610 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Darlington?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Darlington listings earn between £337 and £1,610 in a typical month, and the top tenth £2,390 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 Darlington?
Listings in Darlington were booked on 34% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the England average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Darlington?
The average booked night in Darlington cost £94 before fees. Half of listings charge between £65 and £110, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Darlington?
None of the active Darlington 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 Darlington?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Darlington Airbnb grossed £7,768 in the 12 months to September 2026, 60% below the England average of £19,455. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £4,838 a year (about £400 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 £770 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Darlington?
July usually pays best, averaging £1,520 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.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Darlington?
Each night a Darlington listing was open to book earned £33 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 £61 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Darlington?
Darlington stays were booked 37 days (about five 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 Darlington?
The average Darlington Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Darlington rated?
Guests rate Darlington Airbnbs 4.60 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and cleanliness lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Darlington?
Darlington Town Centre, West Park and The Hip draw the most short-term rental interest in Darlington. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Darlington?
AirROI counted 190 active Airbnb listings in Darlington as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Stockton-on-Tees, 16 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Darlington?
In Darlington, nearly three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about £50.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 190 active Airbnb listings in Darlington 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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