Business rates (or non-domestic rates) are collected by us from businesses and others who occupy non-domestic property to contribute towards the cost of local services.
The rates are pooled by central government and then redistributed to local councils according to the number of people living in the area.
Read the explanatory notes for 2024/25 below for more information, or find our more about how business rates are calculated.
Pay your business rates
You can pay your business rates quickly and easily online:
You can also set up a Direct Debit to make paying business rates even easier in future:
You can also make payment via BACS transfer or Standing Order.
Payments must be made in strict accordance with instalment details. You are responsible for the administration of this payment method. Please allow 7 working days for your payment to reach your account.
You must quote your eight digit account reference number when instructing your bank or building society.
Payment should be made to:
North Hertfordshire District Council
Sort Code: 30-94-30
Bank Account: 02264262
Lloyds Bank, 1 Bancroft, Hitchin Herts SG5 1JQ
If you are sending a remittance advice, please email cashiers@north-herts.gov.uk and ensure that you quote the account reference number.
If you have any queries concerning your bill please contact us on 01462 474668.
View your business rates account
You can view your account information, check your balance and see your bills online:
Moving business premises
If your business is moving into or out of North Hertfordshire, use the service below to register with us or let us know:
Problems paying
Contact us as soon as possible if you're struggling to pay your Business Rates or Business Improvement District Levy.
We can spread your payments over 12 months instead of the usual 10 to reduce the amount you need to pay each month.
You can speak to one of our staff to discuss your payments if you're having financial problems: