How much can my Oval property earn on Airbnb?

A well-presented one-bedroom apartment in Oval typically generates £3,300–£5,800+ gross per month, depending on the property's specification, exact location and seasonality. Properties within walking distance of the Kia Oval see a significant uplift during Test match weeks.

Is short-term letting allowed in Oval?

Yes. Oval follows London's standard 90-night rule for entire-home short-term lettings. You can generally let your property for up to 90 nights per calendar year without planning permission. If you intend to exceed this limit, planning consent may be required from the London Borough of Lambeth. Staymo monitors your bookings and helps keep your property compliant.

How quickly can you get my property live?

Once we have keys, photos and basic safety documentation in place, your property is typically live within 3 days.

What platforms will my property be listed on?

Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, and additional platforms based on your property type. All bookings flow into one central calendar visible in your owner dashboard in real time.

How does payment work?

We collect guest payments and transfer your monthly income directly to your nominated bank account. Full revenue, occupancy and booking breakdowns are available in your owner dashboard.

SOUTH LONDON · SE11

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Oval

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40%

avg. revenue uplift 
vs long-let

THE OVAL SHORT-LET MARKET

What demand actually looks like in SE11

3.8

Avg. guest stay (nights)

48%

International guests

32%

Business travellers

88%

Weekend occupancy

81%

Weekday occupancy

April–Sept

Peak demand

Figures based on Staymo-managed portfolio and market data. Performance varies by property size, specification and exact location within the postcode.

Why Oval earns more

Oval takes its name from the Kia Oval, home to Surrey County Cricket Club and a regular host of international Test matches, which draws cricket fans from across the world every summer. The area's Victorian squares sit within a short walk of Vauxhall and the new Nine Elms district, giving guests access to the American Embassy quarter and Battersea Power Station's shops and restaurants. This combination of a world-famous sporting venue and a fast-growing riverside neighbourhood keeps demand strong across both leisure and business segments.

Oval market overview

Average daily rate

£125 – £220

Avg. occupancy rate

83 – 89%

Best months

April – September (Kia Oval cricket season, including Test matches)

Key demand drivers

Kia Oval (Surrey CCC and international Test matches), Vauxhall, Nine Elms, Kennington Park, Westminster links

Typical property

Victorian conversions, purpose-built apartments, new-build developments near Nine Elms

Uplift vs long-let

Up to

40%

SOUTH LONDON · SE11

What makes Oval different

Kia Oval Test match and event guests

International Test matches and Surrey County Cricket Club's home fixtures bring cricket fans willing to pay a significant premium for properties within walking distance of the ground, creating the sharpest demand spikes in the area.

STAYMO IN NUMBERS

40%

Average revenue uplift for owners who switch to managed short-let

85.3 %

Average occupancy across our managed London portfolio

£70M+

Earned for London property owners to date

Nine Elms and Vauxhall business stays

The rapidly developing Nine Elms district, anchored by Battersea Power Station and the American Embassy, brings a growing flow of business travellers who value Oval's quieter, more residential setting nearby.

Everything managed.

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From 12% of your rental revenue

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HOW IT WORKS

Live in days, not weeks.

First call

15 minutes

We review your property, walk through your earning potential, check compliance, and map out a clear plan. No commitment required.

Property setup

~3 days

Professional photography, listing creation across every major platform, and a pricing strategy built specifically for this area. You hand over the keys. We do the rest.

Start earning

+41% avg. revenue uplift

Every booking managed, every guest vetted, every turnover handled. Your income lands in your account monthly. Your dashboard shows everything in real time.

COMPLIANCE

What Oval landlords need to know

Regulations in Oval fall under the London Borough of Lambeth and the standard Greater London short-let framework. We handle the detail — here's what matters.

THE 90-NIGHT RULE

Under the Deregulation Act 2015 you can let your entire home short-term for up to 90 nights per calendar year without planning permission. Beyond that, you'd apply to your council for a change of use. Staymo tracks your nights and keeps you informed.

Leasehold & freeholder rules

Many properties here are leasehold. Check your lease before proceeding — some restrict short-term letting or require freeholder consent. We'll help you understand exactly what to look for during your first call.

Safety requirements

A Gas Safety Certificate (annual), an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), and working smoke & carbon monoxide alarms. We confirm what's in place during your property assessment.

Tax & income reporting

Income from short-letting must be declared to HMRC via Self Assessment. You may be eligible for the property income allowance or Rent a Room relief — worth discussing with your accountant.