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63, FORD END ROAD
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63, FORD END ROAD
BEDFORD • BEDFORD • MK40 4JG • retail • 64 m²
UARN: 108886543211 • Bedford
Source
Local sample data
Property and Council Details
Billing authority
Bedford
Property type
retail
VOA reference
108886543211
Record source
Local sample data
FAIR
Your rateable value of £9,800 is in line with sector benchmarks for retail premises in BEDFORD. We estimate no material overpayment.
Your Rates Bill Estimate
Rateable Value
£9,800
Estimated Multiplier
38.2p
Retail, hospitality and leisure small business multiplier
Estimated Annual Bill
£0
* Assumes the property is eligible for 100% small business rate relief. Multi-property rules can change this. Consult your local authority for exact figures.
Benchmark Comparison
Your RV/m²
£153
Benchmark
£130
Difference
+18%
Key Findings
- Comparable nearby properties average £45/sqm vs your £153/sqm
- Your £153/sqm aligns with the sector benchmark of £130/sqm
- The rateable value appears consistent with comparable premises in BEDFORD
Comparison Lab
Adjust the target RV/m² and sort comparables to explore the shape of a possible case.
8A, BEDFORD ROAD
MK42 8AD · 124m² · £9,400
£76/m²
13A, ELM FARM INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
MK41 0EP · 218m² · £10,500
£48/m²
AT 49, ROOKERY ROAD
MK44 3AX · 615m² · £6,800
£11/m²
Projected RV at target
£8,320
Signal vs target
+18%
Estimated annual saving
£0
This is a what-if estimate, not an appeal valuation. It helps you see how sensitive the bill is to the assumed RV/m².
Comparable Property Snapshot
Closest available comparable records used for the screening benchmark.
| Address | Postcode | Size | RV | RV/m2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT 49, ROOKERY ROAD | MK44 3AX | 615m2 | £6,800 | £11 |
| 13A, ELM FARM INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | MK41 0EP | 218m2 | £10,500 | £48 |
| 8A, BEDFORD ROAD | MK42 8AD | 124m2 | £9,400 | £76 |
Recommended Next Steps
- 1No immediate action required — your rateable value appears accurate
- 2Review your rates bill for applicable reliefs (small business, charity, etc.)
- 3Register with VOA to receive property assessment updates
- 4Revisit if market conditions or property use changes significantly
Your RV Looks Correct
Our analysis suggests your rateable value is in line with comparable properties. No appeal action needed.
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