Is it profitable to do Airbnb in East Lothian, United Kingdom?

What is the occupancy rate of Airbnb in East Lothian, United Kingdom?

What is the average daily rate of Airbnb in East Lothian, United Kingdom?

United Kingdom / East Lothian

East Lothian, Airbnb Market Statistics & Data, United Kingdom

A typical short-term rental listing in East Lothian is booked for 259 nights a year, with a median occupancy rate of 71% and an average daily rate of £123. In 2023, a typical host income (annual revenue) was £31K. As of 12th September, 2024, there are 550 active Airbnb listings.

Average Revenue: £31K/yr
Occupancy Rate
71%
Avg Daily Rate
£123
Mid Scale
No. of Listings
711
Small
Regulation
Lenient
Best Month
August
** Period: 2023 Aug - 2024 July | Last Updated on: 12th September, 2024
Revenue By Month
2023-08 - 2024-07
Low
£1,720
Average
£2,525
High
£3,757



Is Airbnb Profitable in East Lothian?

Yes, there is good short-term rental demand. A 71% median occupancy rate is considered a good market for Airbnb. The graph below shows the average monthly host income by month.
Tip! investing in a short-term rental can be highly stable and profitable. It’s stable because housing has been one of the most stable asset classes. Also, when you can’t do an Airbnb anymore, you can still rent it out to a long-term tenant with a lower yield. It is highly profitable because the monthly cash flow from short-term rental investment typically is double the amount of traditional rentals.

Starting an Airbnb in East Lothian

Short-term rental regulation is lenient in East Lothian. Very few Airbnb listing currently have put their license number on their Airbnb listing. This likely means the local government is not strictly enforcing the short-term rental-related regulations.
Average Airbnb Occupancy Rate in East Lothian
A typical listing recorded a 71% average occupancy rate between 2023-08 - 2024-07. In this graph, you can see the occupancy rate distribution.
You can find the distribution graph of daily rate and revenue in our market dashboard.
Occupancy Rate: 71%
550 Active Listings
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Best Areas in East Lothian for Airbnb
Are you wondering where to invest in East Lothian? Look no further!
  1. North Berwick
  2. Musselburgh
  3. Haddington
  4. Dunbar
  5. Prestonpans
  6. Longniddry
  7. Tranent
  8. Cockenzie
  9. Port Seton
  10. Gullane
Top demand Airbnb in East Lothian
Airbtics has been tracking all Airbnb listings since 2019. This allows us to understand interesting metrics, like which properties earn the most in the market. Here are our top picks. Go to the app to find detailed information about 550 listings.
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Entire home & 4 Bed
⭐5.0 (3)
Superb Edinburgh 4 bedroom 2 en-suite family home
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
£301
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 2 Bed
⭐5.0 (4)
Country Cottage With Parking
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
£218
Daily Rate
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Private room & 1 Bed
⭐5.0 (42)
Private Room in Riverside & Coastal flat
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
£46
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 1 Bed
⭐5.0 (126)
Musselburgh,East Lothian flat near beach & harbour
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
£71
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 2 Bed
⭐5.0 (57)
Beach apartment
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
£171
Daily Rate
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Entire home & 2 Bed
⭐5.0 (181)
Perfect location for city or coast
$12,345
Revenue Potential
234
Days Available
$121,345
Revenue
74%
Occupancy Rate
£122
Daily Rate
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Professional Short-term rental property managers in East Lothian
We've compiled a list of host profiles that manage the most Airbnb properties in East Lothian. The dashboard shows their average occupancy rate, revenue, and year-over-year changes.
NameListingsRatingRevenue
Lettings114.3★$1,23,234
Coast254.6★$1,23,234
Caroline242.5★$1,23,234
Rebecca124.7★$1,23,234
Russell62.4★$1,23,234
Other short-term rental market data in East Lothian
Here is a breakdown of short-let properties in East Lothian. You might wonder about more specific data before buying an Airbnb property. For example, how much can an average listing with 4 bedrooms and a pool make? Or, what is the seasonality in booking? When is the peak month? Click the below button and check out more in-depth vacation rental data for free.
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