Stamp Duty (SDLT) calculator: England & NI
Short answer: In England and Northern Ireland, Stamp Duty Land Tax is 0% up to £125,000, 2% to £250,000, 5% to £925,000, 10% to £1.5 million and 12% above; a £295,000 home costs £4,750. First-time buyers pay nothing up to £300,000 and 5% from £300,001 to £500,000; additional homes pay 5% on top of each band.
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Rates from 1 April 2025: 0% up to £125k, 2% £125k–£250k, 5% £250k–£925k, 10% £925k–£1.5m, 12% above. First-time buyers pay 0% up to £300k and 5% from £300k to £500k; relief is lost above £500k. Additional homes pay 5% on top of each band.
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