Stamp Duty (SDLT) calculator
Estimate Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) for residential property in England and Northern Ireland. Includes common options for first-time buyers, additional properties and the non-UK resident surcharge.
Inputs
Tip: try £295,000 to match the GOV.UK example.
Breakdown
How to use this SDLT calculator
Enter the purchase price and choose the buyer situation that best matches the property. The calculator shows the estimated SDLT bill, effective rate and a band-by-band breakdown so you can see where the number comes from.
Notes
- England & Northern Ireland: SDLT. Scotland uses LBTT, Wales uses LTT.
- For complex cases (shared ownership, leases, mixed-use, companies/trusts), use the official HMRC calculator.
Does this stamp duty calculator cover Scotland or Wales?
No. Scotland uses Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), and Wales uses Land Transaction Tax (LTT). This page is for residential SDLT in England and Northern Ireland.
Can this handle every SDLT situation?
No. It covers common residential cases only. Complex purchases such as shared ownership, leases, mixed-use property, companies or trusts should be checked with HMRC or a professional adviser.
Which residential band rates does this use (standard rates)?
0% up to £125,000; 2% £125,001–£250,000; 5% £250,001–£925,000; 10% £925,001–£1.5m; 12% above £1.5m.
First-time buyer relief (simplified): 0% up to £300,000; 5% on £300,001–£500,000; only applies if the price is £500,000 or less.