🏢 Business Rates Calculator UK
Calculate business rates liability for UK commercial properties
How to Use the Business Rates Calculator
- Rateable Value: Enter your property's rateable value (found on your rates bill).
- Location: Select which country your business is located in.
- Property Type: Choose the type of commercial property.
- Business Type: Select your business category for relief eligibility.
- Reliefs: Check any reliefs you may be eligible for.
- Empty Periods: Enter months the property was empty if applicable.
- Additional Relief: Add any discretionary relief percentage.
- Calculate: Get your annual business rates liability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rateable value is the annual rental value your property could achieve if let on the open market. It's set by the Valuation Office Agency and reviewed every 5 years. This forms the basis for calculating business rates.
Small Business Rate Relief provides up to 100% relief for properties with rateable values under £12,000, with tapered relief up to £15,000. You must occupy the property and not have other properties with combined rateable values over £20,000.
Empty commercial properties get 100% relief for the first 3 months (6 months for industrial properties). After this, you pay full business rates unless the property qualifies for other exemptions.
Yes, you can appeal your rateable value through the Check, Challenge, Appeal process. You need evidence that the valuation is incorrect, such as comparable properties or changes in circumstances.
Non-payment can result in court action, bailiff visits, and ultimately bankruptcy proceedings. The local authority can also apply for a charging order on your property. Contact them immediately if you're struggling to pay.