Farm Tenancy Rent Review Calculator

Compare your farm rent to market rates. See rent as percentage of revenue for rent review preparation.

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: GOV.UK — Agricultural tenancies

£

Your Rent/ha

£220.00

Market Rate/ha

£250.00

vs Market

-£3,000.00

Rent as % Revenue

15.3%

Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or tax advice. All calculations are performed locally in your browser — no personal data is collected or sent to our servers. Rates and thresholds are sourced from HMRC and GOV.UK and are updated for the current tax year. Always verify results with HMRC or consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

How It Works

Farm tenancies in England and Wales fall into three main types: Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 (AHA) tenancies with full security, Farm Business Tenancies (FBT) under the Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995 with limited security, and grazing or seasonal licences for short-term arrangements.

FBT rents vary widely by region and land quality. Arable land in the East of England may let for £200–£400/ha, while grassland in the West might be £80–£150/ha. AHA rents are typically lower due to the stronger tenant protections. Grazing lets are usually seasonal at £80–£120/ha for 6–8 months.

This calculator compares the annual cost and flexibility of different tenancy types. It factors in rent, tenant's improvements, dilapidations risk and notice period requirements. It helps you decide which arrangement best suits your farming operation and investment horizon.

Example: 60 ha arable FBT in the East Midlands

  1. Rent: £250/ha per year
  2. Annual rent: 60 × £250 = £15,000
  3. Typical FBT term: 5 years with 12 months' notice
  4. Compared to AHA (if available): approx. £150/ha = £9,000/year
  5. Annual saving with AHA: £6,000, but less flexibility to quit

Source: GOV.UK — Agricultural tenancies

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Farm Tenancy Rent Review Calculator do?
Compare your farm rent to market rates. See rent as percentage of revenue for rent review preparation. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.
Are these based on Defra rates?
Where applicable, this calculator uses rates and data from Defra, the Rural Payments Agency and industry standard references for UK agriculture.
Does this account for regional variations?
UK farming conditions vary by region, soil type and climate. This calculator provides national average figures — adjust for your specific location and circumstances.