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Stamp Duty Calculator (UK)

Estimate your SDLT bill for England and Northern Ireland, including first-time buyer relief, the 5% additional-property surcharge and the 2% non-UK-resident surcharge.

This calculator is for illustration only and provides estimates for general information. It is not mortgage advice, a mortgage offer, a decision in principle or a guarantee of rates, fees, eligibility or savings.

Stamp Duty Calculator (England & NI)

Estimate SDLT for residential purchases, including first-time buyer relief, the additional-property surcharge and the non-UK-resident surcharge.

Total Stamp Duty
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Effective rate
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Cost to complete*
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Band-by-band breakdown
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*Cost to complete includes SDLT + an indicative £1,800 for conveyancing and basic searches. Excludes valuation, broker fee, lender fee and survey. Scotland (LBTT) and Wales (LTT) use different bands. Special SDLT rules can apply to linked purchases, companies, trusts, mixed-use property, leaseholds and shared ownership.

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Current SDLT bands (England & NI)

Stamp Duty Land Tax is paid in slices, so each rate applies only to the portion of the price that falls in that band.

Property priceStandard rateFirst-time buyer
Up to £125,0000%0% (up to £300k)
£125,001 – £250,0002%0%
£250,001 – £300,0005%0%
£300,001 – £500,0005%5%
£500,001 – £925,0005%FTB relief lost — standard rates
£925,001 – £1.5m10%10%
Above £1.5m12%12%

Surcharges

  • +5% additional property — usually applies if buying the property means you own more than one residential property.
  • +2% non-UK resident — applies if you have not been in the UK for at least 183 days in the 12 months before completion.

When SDLT must be paid

Within 14 days of completion. Your conveyancer typically handles this from completion funds. Late payment attracts interest and penalties.

Scotland and Wales

Scotland uses Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) with different bands. Wales uses Land Transaction Tax (LTT). The calculator above covers England and Northern Ireland only.

Frequently asked questions

How much is Stamp Duty now? +
On a standard residential purchase in England or Northern Ireland: 0% to £125k, 2% £125k–£250k, 5% £250k–£925k, 10% £925k–£1.5m and 12% above £1.5m. First-time buyers pay 0% to £300k and 5% on the portion from £300,001 to £500k.
Do I pay Stamp Duty as a first-time buyer? +
No SDLT up to £300,000. If the property is between £300,001 and £500,000 you pay 5% on the portion above £300,000. If the price is above £500,000, you lose FTB relief and pay standard rates.
What is the additional-property Stamp Duty surcharge? +
A 5% SDLT surcharge usually applies on top of the standard residential rates if buying the property means you own more than one residential property. This can include second homes and buy-to-let purchases.
When do I pay Stamp Duty? +
Within 14 days of completion. Most buyers pay it via their solicitor as part of the completion funds.
Can I add Stamp Duty to my mortgage? +
SDLT is normally paid from completion funds rather than added to the mortgage loan. A mortgage adviser can help you understand how deposit size and other costs affect the amount you may need to borrow.
What about Scotland and Wales? +
Scotland uses LBTT (Land and Buildings Transaction Tax). Wales uses LTT (Land Transaction Tax). Both have different bands and thresholds. This calculator covers England and Northern Ireland only.
Can I get the surcharge refunded if I sell my old home? +
You may be able to claim a refund of the higher rates if the new property replaces your main residence and your previous main residence is sold within 36 months. Eligibility depends on the transaction details.

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