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UK Stamp Duty Calculator (SDLT) 2026

Calculate Stamp Duty Land Tax on a home in England or Northern Ireland — standard rates, first-time buyer relief up to £500,000, the 5% surcharge on additional homes and the 2% non-resident surcharge.

Estimates only — not tax advice. Tax rules change and depend on your situation; check with the tax authority or a tax professional.

How to use

  1. 1Enter the purchase price.
  2. 2Choose your buyer type.
  3. 3See the stamp duty and the tax in each band.

How it's calculated

0% up to £125,000, 2% to £250,000, 5% to £925,000, 10% to £1.5m, 12% above. First-time buyers: 0% to £300,000 and 5% to £500,000 (no relief above £500,000). Additional homes: +5% of the whole price. Non-UK residents: +2%.

Frequently asked questions

Who counts as a first-time buyer?

Everyone buying must never have owned a home anywhere in the world, and must intend to live in the property as their main home.

Can I get the 5% surcharge back?

If you sell your previous main home within 3 years of buying the new one, you can claim a refund of the surcharge.

What about Scotland and Wales?

They have their own taxes — Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Scotland) and Land Transaction Tax (Wales) — with different rates. This calculator covers England and Northern Ireland.

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