Marginal bands
SDLT is charged on portions of the purchase price that fall into each band.
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How Stamp Duty is estimated
First-time buyers
Qualifying first-time buyers pay 0% up to £300,000 and 5% from £300,001 to £500,000.
Additional properties
Higher rates are generally 5 percentage points above standard residential rates.
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover Scotland or Wales?
No. Scotland uses Land and Buildings Transaction Tax and Wales uses Land Transaction Tax.
What if a first home costs over £500,000?
First-time buyer relief does not apply and standard residential rates are used.
Is this a substitute for HMRC advice?
No. Special transactions and reliefs can change the amount due, so use it as an estimate.