Short lets in Bath earn some of the highest averages outside London. Across the 905 Bath listings in BNBCalc's listings data, the average listing takes about £45,300 a year in bookings, at an average of £241 a night, booked on about 57% of nights. Here's what those figures mean, and how they compare with renting to a tenant.
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Key takeaways
- The average Bath short let takes about £45,300 a year in bookings, across 905 listings.
- The average nightly rate is £241, with about 57% of nights booked.
- The average Bath rent is £1,885 a month, with the tenant paying bills.
- Council tax premiums, listed buildings and parking add to Bath's costs.
- Compare what's left after every cost, not the headline figures.
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What does the average Bath short let earn?
Across the 905 Bath listings in BNBCalc's data, as of September 2026:
- Average bookings of about £45,262 a year per listing, roughly £3,770 a month.
- An average nightly rate of £241.
- Listings booked on about 56.8% of nights.
These are booking figures before platform fees, management and running costs. They're averages across homes of every size, so a studio will earn less, and a large family house more.
Why do Bath short lets earn so well?
Bath is almost entirely a holiday market. Visitors come for the Roman Baths, the Georgian streets and the Christmas Market, and they pay for well-presented homes close to the centre. Its busiest dates include the Bath Half in March and the Christmas Market from late November. Read our Bath events calendar and Bath short-let market guide.
How does that compare with renting to a tenant?
The ONS puts the average private rent in Bath and North East Somerset at an average of £1,885 in August 2026. The average Bath short let takes about £3,770 a month in bookings, around twice that.
The honest comparison is what's left after costs. With a tenant, they pay the bills. With a short let, you pay management, cleaning, bills, council tax and insurance. Our short-let vs long-let calculator does the sum for your home.
Which costs are higher in Bath?
- Council tax: second homes in the district pay a 100% premium. Read Bath council tax and costs.
- Listed buildings: repairs and even simple safety work can need consent. Read Airbnb rules in Bath.
- Parking: many central streets are residents only. Read parking and arrivals in Bath.
What pushes a Bath home above the average?
- Walking distance to the centre and the Roman Baths.
- Period character, shown off in bright, professional photos.
- Parking, or clear directions to Park and Ride.
- Space for families and groups.
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Frequently asked questions
How much can you earn on Airbnb in Bath?
Across 905 Bath listings in BNBCalc's data, the average listing takes about £45,262 a year in bookings.
What is the average nightly rate in Bath?
About £241 a night, across the Bath listings in BNBCalc's data.
What occupancy do Bath short lets get?
About 56.8% of nights, on average.
Is a short let better than renting in Bath?
Often, but compare what's left after costs. The ONS average rent in Bath and North East Somerset is £1,885 a month.
Why do Bath short lets earn so much?
Bath is almost entirely a holiday market, with strong demand for well-presented homes close to the centre.
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