BL1 — Property Investment Data
Short-term rental data · Last updated: Dec 2026 · 28 listings sampled
About BL1
BL1 covers Blackburn town centre and surrounding residential areas in Lancashire, positioned within easy reach of Manchester and the broader North West market. The sector encompasses mixed commercial and residential zones, making it a diverse investment landscape for short-let operators seeking exposure beyond London-centric markets.
The short-let market in BL1 shows modest but steady performance, with an estimated average nightly rate of £83 and occupancy hovering around 60 per cent. These metrics translate to approximately £1,494 monthly revenue per listing based on current conditions. With 144 active Airbnb listings sampled across the sector, the market demonstrates established demand but faces typical provincial challenges including seasonal fluctuations and price compression from competing inventory.
What makes BL1 potentially interesting for investors is its proximity to regional employment hubs and its developing tourism infrastructure. However, prospective operators should recognise that these rates and occupancy figures remain below Southern England benchmarks, reflecting the regional economic context. Success here depends on identifying properties with lower acquisition costs that can still command competitive nightly rates through strategic positioning and management.
Common questions about BL1
What is the average Airbnb nightly rate in BL1?
Based on 28 sampled listings, the average nightly rate (ADR) in BL1 is £114, with an estimated 39.2% occupancy rate.
Is there an Article 4 Direction affecting short-term lets in BL1?
No — BL1 does not currently have an Article 4 Direction restricting short-term letting.
How is the estimated monthly SA revenue calculated?
The estimated monthly revenue of £1335 is calculated from the average nightly rate and occupancy rate across sampled Airbnb listings, and does not include platform fees, cleaning costs or mortgage/finance costs.
How often is this data updated?
This data is refreshed nightly from live Airbnb listings; this page reflects data current to 2026-12.
Listings Map
Listings (showing 5 of 66 — upgrade to see all)
| Room Type ↕ | ADR (£/night) ↕ | Occupancy ↕ | Est. Monthly Rev ↕ | Reviews/mo ↕ | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entire home/apt | £136 | 4.7% | £192 | 13.7 | 1 night |
| Private room | £29 | 82.2% | £715 | 6.1 | 1 night |
| Entire home/apt | £43 | 1.6% | £21 | 5.7 | 2 nights |
| Private room | £30 | 79.2% | £713 | 4.1 | 2 nights |
| Entire home/apt | £69 | 58.6% | £1213 | 4.0 | 1 night |
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