Business rates charges 2023/24
Business rates are also referred to as non-domestic rates.
The amount of business rates charged is calculated by multiplying the non-domestic rate (NDR) per pound by the rateable value of your property.
The non-domestic rate per pound is set by the Scottish Government.
The rates for 2023/24 are as follows:
| Rateable value less than £51,000 | 49.8 pence per pound |
| New intermediate supplement for rateable values between £51,001 and £100,000 | 51.1 pence per pound |
| Rateable value greater than £100,000 | 52.4 pence per pound |
Water and waste water charges
Your business rates bill does not include water and waste water charges.
If you have any questions about your water and waste water charges, please contact Scottish Water.
Important information - cost of living
With the cost of living increasing, many people are finding it difficult to cover essential daily living costs.
A range of measures are available to help people boost their income. Don't assume you're receiving everything you're entitled to, always check, and if you're still struggling or in doubt, get in touch.
Find out more: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support