Stamp duty calculator
Wondering how much Stamp Duty you’ll need to pay? Use our quick and easy calculator to get an instant estimate based on your purchase price and buyer status. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving home, or buying an additional property, our tool helps you budget with confidence.
Please note: Stamp Duty rates are subject to change and the calculator is for guidance only. For detailed advice, always consult your solicitor or financial advisor.
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What is stamp duty
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a government tax you pay when buying a property or land in England over a certain price threshold. The amount you pay depends on the property’s price, your buyer status (e.g. first-time buyer, home mover, or investor), and whether it’s a residential or additional property.
It’s important to factor Stamp Duty into your overall budget when planning a purchase.
How do you calculate stamp duty?
Stamp Duty is calculated based on the purchase price of a property, using a tiered system—meaning different portions of the price are taxed at different rates. The higher the price, the more you pay in tax. Your buyer status (e.g. first-time buyer, home mover, or additional property owner) also affects the amount due.
For example, as a first-time buyer, you may pay nothing on the first portion of the price, while those buying a second home will pay a higher rate overall.
Our Stamp Duty Calculator makes it easy—just enter your details and we’ll instantly estimate how much you’ll owe based on the latest thresholds and rates.
Do first time buyers pay stamp duty?
If you’re a first-time buyer in England, you may be eligible for Stamp Duty relief. Currently, first-time buyers pay no Stamp Duty on properties up to £425,000. If the property costs between £425,001 and £625,000, you’ll only pay Stamp Duty on the portion above £425,000.
If the property is over £625,000, the normal rates apply, and the first-time buyer relief doesn’t apply.
This makes it a great time to get on the property ladder—use our Stamp Duty Calculator to see how much (if anything) you’ll need to budget for. *subject to change
Do non-residents pay stamp duty?
Yes, non-UK residents do pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) when purchasing property in England. In fact, since April 2021, non-residents are required to pay a 2% surcharge on top of the standard Stamp Duty rates.
This applies to both residential and additional property purchases, and it’s important to factor this into your budget if you’re living overseas or have spent fewer than 183 days in the UK in the 12 months before your purchase.