Supporting small business relief

Part of: Business rates reductions and reliefs

Who can get it

You can get supporting small business relief if both of the following apply:

  • your business property’s bill has increased when the next revaluation happens on 1 April 2026
  • you’ve lost some or all of your small business rate relief, rural rate relief, retail hospitality and leisure relief or 2023 supporting small business relief

How much you will get

If you’re eligible, your bills will go up by no more than £800 or the percentage caps listed in the table (whichever is greater) for the 2026 to 2027 tax year.

Rateable Value Percentage for 2026 to 2027
Up to £20,000 (£28,000 in London) 5%
£20,001 (£28,001 in London) to £100,000 15%
Over £100,000 30%

This is compared to your bill in 2025 to 2026 and includes the following:

  • any small business rate relief
  • rural rate relief
  • retail hospital and leisure relief
  • 2023 supporting small business relief

Your bill will automatically be adjusted if you’re eligible.

How to apply

You do not need to apply. We will apply this relief automatically if you qualify.

More information

Read more about supporting small business relief on the GOV.UK website.