The non-domestic rates, or business rates, are the means by which businesses and others who occupy non-domestic property make a contribution towards the costs of local services. The rates collected by the Council are paid into a central pool administered by the Government and redistributed to local councils according to the number of people living in the area.
This money, together with revenue from council tax payers, revenue support grant provided by the Government and income from Council services, is used to pay for the services provided by the Council.
Information on the 2005 re-valuation of all non-domestic properties, including draft rateable values
Rateable Value
National Non-Domestic Rating Multiplier
Transitional Arrangements
Small Business Rate Relief
Unoccupied Property Rating
Charitable Relief, Relief for Registered Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) and Discretionary Relief
Rate Relief for Businesses in Rural Areas
Making Payment
Information and Advice, Contact Details