How do business rates work in Milton Keynes?

Milton Keynes Businesses · Updated 1 July 2026

Short answer

Business rates in Milton Keynes are charged by Milton Keynes City Council on most non domestic properties. Your bill is based on the rateable value set by the Valuation Office Agency, multiplied by a national rate. Small businesses may pay little or nothing through small business rate relief.

How your bill is worked out

The Valuation Office Agency gives your premises a rateable value. The council multiplies that by the business rates multiplier set each year by government to produce your annual bill, then applies any reliefs. You pay the council, usually in monthly instalments.

Reliefs to check

Small business rate relief can give 100 percent relief on properties with a rateable value below a set threshold, tapering above it. Retail, hospitality and leisure relief schemes may also apply. Check eligibility with Milton Keynes City Council and the gov.uk business rates relief guidance. An accountant can help you claim.

Related questions

Do I pay business rates if I work from home?

Usually not for a small home office, but you may if part of your home is used only for business or is a separate work unit. Check with the Valuation Office Agency.

Who do I pay business rates to in Milton Keynes?

You pay Milton Keynes City Council, which sends the bill and collects payment, usually by monthly instalments.

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