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Buying a property in England or Northern Ireland?<\/strong> Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can add thousands of pounds to the cost of moving. This guide explains the current residential rates, first-time buyer relief, higher rates for additional properties, worked examples, and when a simple online estimate may not be enough.<\/p>\n<\/header>\n

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Quick answer: how much Stamp Duty will I pay in 2026?<\/h2>\n

Stamp Duty Land Tax in England and Northern Ireland is charged progressively, so different portions of the purchase price can be taxed at different rates.<\/p>\n

For example, on a \u00a3350,000 standard residential purchase<\/strong>, the estimated SDLT is \u00a37,500<\/strong>. A qualifying first-time buyer purchasing at the same price would pay an estimated \u00a32,500<\/strong>, while a typical additional-property purchase at \u00a3350,000 would attract an estimated \u00a325,000<\/strong> under the current higher residential rates.<\/p>\n

\n Want an estimate for your own purchase price?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Use the free MyFastOffer4U Stamp Duty Calculator for common residential purchase scenarios in England and Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n

Use the Stamp Duty Calculator \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

This guide covers common residential purchases in England and Northern Ireland. Scotland uses Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), while Wales uses Land Transaction Tax (LTT).<\/em><\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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What is Stamp Duty Land Tax?<\/h2>\n

Stamp Duty Land Tax is a tax that may be payable when you buy property or land in England or Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n

For residential property, the amount depends on factors including the purchase price, whether you already own another residential property, whether you qualify for first-time buyer relief, and whether any special rules or surcharges apply.<\/p>\n

SDLT is normally calculated using a progressive band system<\/strong>. This means each part of the purchase price is taxed at the rate that applies to that band.<\/p>\n

Entering a higher SDLT band does not<\/strong> mean that the higher rate applies to the entire purchase price.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Standard residential Stamp Duty rates in 2026<\/h2>\n

For a standard residential purchase where the property will be the only residential property you own after completion, the current rates are:<\/p>\n

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Portion of purchase price<\/th>\nStandard SDLT rate<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Up to \u00a3125,000<\/td>\n0%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a3125,001 to \u00a3250,000<\/td>\n2%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a3250,001 to \u00a3925,000<\/td>\n5%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a3925,001 to \u00a31.5 million<\/td>\n10%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above \u00a31.5 million<\/td>\n12%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Example: Stamp Duty on a \u00a3350,000 home<\/h2>\n

For a straightforward \u00a3350,000 standard residential purchase:<\/p>\n