Transitional business rates relief
If your bill goes up due to the 2026 revaluation, transitional relief will limit the increase on your bill. It's calculated automatically.
The limit set depends on the rateable value of the property.
| Type of property | 2026 to 2027 | 2027 to 2028 | 2028 to 2029 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small property with a rateable value of £20,000 or less | 5% | 10% plus inflation | 25% plus inflation |
| Medium property with a rateable value between £20,000 and £100,000 (or equal to £100,000) | 15% | 25% plus inflation | 40% plus inflation |
| Large property with a rateable value of over £100,000 | 30% | 25% plus inflation | 25% plus inflation |
Transitional relief supplement
A 1p supplement to the relevant tax rate for ratepayers who do not receive either transitional relief or supporting small business scheme.
This is to partially fund the Transitional Relief and will apply for 1 year from 1 April 2026.