M15 — Property Investment Data
Short-term rental data · Last updated: Sep 2026 · 233 listings sampled
About M15
M15 encompasses Manchester city centre, positioned as a significant short-let market within the Northwest. The sector's proximity to major transport links, cultural venues, and business districts supports consistent visitor demand across leisure and corporate segments. With an estimated monthly short-let revenue of £10,449 per property, the market demonstrates material income potential for investors targeting Manchester's urban core.
Current occupancy patterns indicate a 60% average occupancy rate, reflecting the seasonal nature of UK city centre lettings and competitive supply dynamics. The £580 average nightly rate positions M15 competitively against comparable UK city centre markets, though rate sustainability depends heavily on property specification, location precision within the sector, and competitive differentiation. The sample of 53 active Airbnb listings suggests an established but moderately sized market.
The sector presents both opportunity and challenge. Strong visitor numbers support revenue generation, yet the short-let market requires active management, regulatory compliance awareness, and continuous competition monitoring. Property condition and amenities significantly influence performance relative to sector averages. Investors should conduct property-specific due diligence and consider local planning policy regarding short-let permissions before committing capital.
Common questions about M15
What is the average Airbnb nightly rate in M15?
Based on 233 sampled listings, the average nightly rate (ADR) in M15 is £580, with an estimated 41.5% occupancy rate.
Is there an Article 4 Direction affecting short-term lets in M15?
No — M15 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 £7221 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 2026-09.
Listings Map
Listings (showing 5 of 255 — upgrade to see all)
| Room Type ↕ | ADR (£/night) ↕ | Occupancy ↕ | Est. Monthly Rev ↕ | Reviews/mo ↕ | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entire home/apt | £129 | 56.4% | £2183 | 14.0 | 1 night |
| Entire home/apt | £160 | 5.8% | £278 | 10.7 | 1 night |
| Entire home/apt | £121 | 21.6% | £784 | 9.5 | 1 night |
| Entire home/apt | £125 | 20.0% | £750 | 9.2 | 2 nights |
| Entire home/apt | £125 | 50.4% | £1890 | 8.8 | 2 nights |
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