Score of 84.4/100 qualifies for PaymentCheck Certification
STAGECOACH SERVICES LIMITED demonstrates a general trend of timely payments, with an average payment time of 26 days. A strong majority of 82% of invoices are settled within 30 days, indicating a consistent primary payment window. However, the 18% of payments extending beyond 30 days suggests a degree of variability in their overall payment velocity.
While 82% of payments are predictably within 30 days, the remaining 18% introduces a moderate level of payment volatility and unpredictability for suppliers. Specifically, 14% of payments fall into the 31-60 day bracket, and a notable 4% extend beyond 60 days, posing a higher liquidity risk. This distribution requires suppliers to account for potential delays beyond the standard 30-day term for a segment of their invoices.
STAGECOACH SERVICES LIMITED is generally a reliable payer, with most invoices settled promptly; however, suppliers must consider the 18% late payment rate. Key decision factors include the impact of 4% of payments exceeding 60 days on cash flow and working capital. Risk mitigation suggestions include establishing clear payment terms, potentially implementing staggered invoicing, or monitoring early payments to anticipate any extended delays.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
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| 04 Nov 2025 - 02 May 2026 | 01 Jun 2026 | 30 | 73% | 20% | 7% | 28% |
| 04 May 2025 - 03 Nov 2025 | 01 Dec 2025 | 28 | 73% | 22% | 5% | 21% |
| 28 Oct 2024 - 03 May 2025 | 01 Jun 2025 | 26 | 82% | 14% | 4% | 18% |
| 28 Apr 2024 - 27 Oct 2024 | 25 Nov 2024 | 24 | 80% | 17% | 3% | 14% |
| 31 Oct 2023 - 27 Apr 2024 | 27 May 2024 | 28 | 70% | 25% | 5% | 15% |
| 30 Apr 2023 - 30 Oct 2023 | 23 Nov 2023 | 25 | 79% | 16% | 5% | 17% |
| 01 Nov 2022 - 29 Apr 2023 | 29 May 2023 | 22 | 88% | 9% | 3% | 14% |
| 01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 2022 | 25 Nov 2022 | 24 | 85% | 10% | 5% | 14% |
| 02 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 | 30 May 2022 | 28 | 85% | 12% | 3% | 15% |
| 01 May 2021 - 01 Nov 2021 | 30 Nov 2021 | 23 | 87% | 9% | 4% | 15% |
| 03 Nov 2020 - 01 May 2021 | 31 May 2021 | 32 | 71% | 22% | 7% | 26% |
| 03 May 2020 - 02 Nov 2020 | 22 Dec 2020 | 42 | 54% | 25% | 21% | 41% |
| 27 Oct 2019 - 02 May 2020 | 23 Jun 2020 | 26 | 85% | 13% | 2% | 15% |
| 28 Apr 2019 - 26 Oct 2019 | 26 Nov 2019 | 23 | 87% | 9% | 4% | 13% |
| 31 Oct 2018 - 27 May 2019 | 29 May 2019 | 22 | 89% | 8% | 3% | 14% |
| 29 Apr 2018 - 30 Oct 2018 | 30 Nov 2018 | 23 | 91% | 6% | 3% | 12% |
| 01 Nov 2017 - 28 Apr 2018 | 29 May 2018 | 25 | 84% | 9% | 7% | 18% |
| 01 May 2016 - 29 Apr 2017 | 29 Nov 2017 | 25 | 87% | 9% | 4% | 14% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
It is the Company’s policy to agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms based on the timely submission of satisfactory invoices. The Company normally settles trade payables on 30 day terms, however variations to these terms do exist based on agreements with certain suppliers.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
The Company is committed to dealing with its suppliers in a fair, honest and professional manner while seeking best value for the business. We seek to resolve queries as quickly as possible to everyone’s satisfaction prior to payment being made. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved by our Accounts Payable team, it would escalated in the first instance to the relevant Head of Department to seek a resolution.
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Stagecoach Services Limited is a registered entity within the Stagecoach Group, recorded under other transportation support activities. The wider Stagecoach Group operates bus and coach services across the UK, describing itself as one of the country's largest bus operators, connecting communities since 1980 and carrying around three million passengers a day. Its fleet of over 8,000 buses and coaches serves more than 100 towns and cities, including local, interurban, sightseeing and school services, alongside tailored transport for businesses through its Stagecoach Solutions arm. This entity forms part of that group structure rather than operating services directly itself.
Generated from the company's website and Companies House records. Sources: stagecoachbus.com · stagecoachbus.com