Business Rates Guide

Business Rates for Offices

Office valuations are based on price per square metre — but many offices are valued higher than comparable properties nearby. Check yours for free.

Common Issues for Offices

These are the most frequent problems we find when checking business rates for offices.

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Remote and hybrid working has reduced demand for office space, but many valuations have not adjusted accordingly

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Office rates are based on price per square metre, and even small differences in the rate can mean large overpayments

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Many serviced and flexible office spaces are paying rates based on traditional office valuations

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The 2026 revaluation will use April 2024 rental evidence — if your market has softened, your rates should too

How We Help Offices

Three steps to make sure your office is not overpaying.

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Check Your Office's Rates

Enter your postcode and we instantly compare your office's rateable value against VOA data for similar properties in your area.

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We Find Office-Specific Savings

We check for Small Business Rate Relief, Transitional Relief, and other reliefs specific to offices. Many businesses miss these entirely.

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Subscribe and We Handle Everything

We submit challenges, claim reliefs, and prepare you for upcoming Duty to Notify requirements. We monitor your office's rates year-round. You keep 100% of your savings.

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Example Savings

A typical office with a rateable value of £32,000 could save £4,100/year through missing reliefs alone.

Example for illustration only. Actual savings depend on individual property circumstances, location, and applicable reliefs. Run a free check to see your specific savings estimate.

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Offices: Frequently Asked Questions

How are office business rates valued?expand_more
Offices are typically valued on a price-per-square-metre basis using Net Internal Area (NIA). The VOA compares rental evidence from similar offices in your area to set the rate. Different floors, facilities, and locations within the same building can attract different rates.
Has hybrid working affected office valuations?expand_more
The shift to hybrid working has affected office rental markets in many areas, but VOA valuations are based on the antecedent valuation date — not current market conditions. The 2026 revaluation (using 1 April 2024 evidence) may better reflect post-pandemic office markets.
Can I challenge my office rates if comparable offices pay less?expand_more
Yes. If similar offices in your area have lower rateable values per square metre, this can be strong evidence for a Check or Challenge. We automatically compare your property against the VOA data for comparable offices to identify discrepancies.
Do small offices qualify for any reliefs?expand_more
If your office has a rateable value below £15,000, you may qualify for Small Business Rate Relief, which can reduce your bill by up to 100%. This is one of the most commonly missed reliefs for small businesses operating from modest office space.