Business rates (NNDR)

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How to pay your business rates

Pay online, by direct debit and get details about other ways to pay.

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How to reduce your business rates

You may be eligible for a reduction in business rates if you qualify under one of our criteria.

Affected by the Revaluation?

Have you had an increase in your 2017/18 Business Rates bill due to the revaluation?  If so you may qualify for a discount or help. The council has agreed three discount schemes to help businesses who have to pay more in 2017/18 as a result of changes to the rateable value of properties that took effect from 1 April 2017. Read more >>

What are business rates?

Business rates - the common term for non-domestic rates - are charged on most non-domestic premises, including shops, offices, pubs, warehouses and factories.

How are business rates calculated?

Business rates are largely determined by two factors - the rateable value of your property and the business rates multiplier. More about this and how to appeal.

Who pays business rates?

Business rates are payable by the occupier for occupied and empty premises. Find out more about who is liable for business rate payments.

What happens if I do not pay?

Please let us know if you have problems paying your business rates. Here are the recovery actions following non-payment.

Business rates section of GOV.UK
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Valuation Office Agency website
Institute of Revenues Rating and Valuation