If your business is located in England or Wales, you can now view the future rateable value of your property.

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has completed updates to the rateable values of all commercial and non-domestic properties across England and Wales. These new values will come into effect on 1 April 2026.

Revaluations are carried out every three years to reflect changes in the property market. Local councils then use these values to calculate business rates bills. It’s important to note that a rateable value is not the same as the amount you will pay, as your bill is influenced by the government-set multiplier and any reliefs for which you qualify.

Information on multiplier rates and reliefs in England was updated during November’s Budget announcement, while the Welsh Government is expected to confirm multipliers and reliefs in its January Budget.

Estimate Your Future Bill

You can use the GOV.UK Find a Business Rates Valuation service to check your business property’s future rateable value.

For properties in England, the service can also provide an estimate of your business rates bill, though this will not include any reliefs. The service for Welsh properties will be updated once multipliers and reliefs are confirmed by the Welsh Government.

If your bill is expected to rise, some reliefs announced in the Budget may be relevant, including the Supporting Small Business Scheme and the Transitional Relief Scheme.

What to Do Now

You can sign in to your business rates valuation account to:

  • Check your property details.

  • See how the valuation was calculated.

  • Report any errors.

It’s also possible to compare your rateable value with neighbouring properties and review the calculation method.

Currently, you can only request changes to your current rateable value, and any such requests must be submitted by 31 March 2026. After 1 April 2026, you will only be able to request changes to your future rateable value.

If you are concerned about how the revaluation could affect your business’s profitability or cost planning, please get in touch. We can provide guidance and support. For queries about rates or payments, contact your local council first.

See: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/business-rates-revaluation-2026