Stamp Duty Land Tax UK Calculator
Calculate UK Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) for property purchases with current 2024/25 rates and thresholds
Calculate Your Stamp Duty Land Tax
Enter the total purchase price of the property
Different buyer types have different SDLT rates and thresholds
Non-UK residents pay an additional 2% surcharge on all rates
Stamp Duty Calculation Results
Buyer Type: First-time buyer (0% up to £425k, reduced rates up to £625k)
Residency: UK Resident
Property Price: £0
Amount due on completion: £0
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Example SDLT Calculation
First-time Buyer Example
Property Price: £450,000
First £425,000: 0% = £0
Next £25,000: 5% = £1,250
Total SDLT: £1,250
Standard Purchase Example
Property Price: £500,000
First £250,000: 0% = £0
Next £250,000: 5% = £12,500
Total SDLT: £12,500
Additional Property Example
Property Price: £500,000
First £250,000: 3% = £7,500
Next £250,000: 8% = £20,000
Total SDLT: £27,500
Current SDLT Rates (2024/25)
Standard Rates
First-time Buyer
Surcharges
Important Information
SDLT must be paid within 14 days of property completion
First-time buyer relief applies to properties up to £625,000
Additional property surcharge applies to second homes and buy-to-let
Non-UK residents pay 2% additional on all bands
Different rules apply in Scotland (LBTT) and Wales (LTT)
This calculator is for guidance only - consult HMRC for official calculations
Understanding Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
What is Stamp Duty Land Tax?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax paid when purchasing property in England and Northern Ireland. The amount depends on the property price, buyer type, and residency status.
Who Pays SDLT?
- •First-time buyers: Reduced rates up to £625,000
- •Home movers: Standard rates apply
- •Additional property buyers: 3% surcharge on all bands
- •Non-UK residents: Additional 2% surcharge
How SDLT is Calculated
SDLT is charged in bands:
- • Only the portion in each band is taxed at that rate
- • Higher rates apply to additional properties
- • Non-UK residents pay extra on all bands
- • First-time buyers get relief up to £625,000
Payment and Deadlines
SDLT must be paid within 14 days of property completion. Your solicitor typically handles this payment and submits the SDLT return to HMRC on your behalf.