A transparent composite of four factors — we show our working. Higher is better.
| Factor | What it measures | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Yield-on-cost | 28.5% gross yield | 40 / 40 |
| Occupancy | 62% occupancy | 15.4 / 25 |
| Revenue scale | £33,031/yr | 12 / 20 |
| Regulatory ease | No licence required | 15 / 15 |
Short-let wins by £2,056/yr
| Short-let net income / yr | £17,176 |
| Long-let net income / yr | £15,120 |
| Area long-let rent (PropertyData) | £1,400/mo |
| Break-even occupancy | 55% |
| Beds | Samples | ADR | Occupancy | Gross rev | Property value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | £136 | 72.5% | £36,270 | £72,250–£97,750 |
| 2 | 8 | £154 | 61.9% | £35,365 | £102,000–£138,000 |
| 3 | 4 | £131 | 55.5% | £26,744 | £105,188–£142,313 |
No short-term-let-specific licence or registration currently applies in this area — normal letting rules only.
Heads-up: A national registration scheme (Levelling-Up & Regeneration Act 2023) is legislated but not yet live as of July 2026; a proposed C5 short-let use class has not yet come into force.
These are area averages. To model a specific address — with its own comparables, risk profile and 12-month forecast — run it through the Stayful analyser.
Newcastle upon Tyne figures are averages from 14 Stayful analyser samples across the NE postcode area — indicative, not a guarantee of returns. Licensing is a general guide; confirm with the local authority before buying.