About UK Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Studio
Official HMRC Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) calculator for residential property in England and Northern Ireland. Supports First-Time Buyer relief (up to £425,000 at 0%), Moving Home, Additional Property / Buy-to-Let (+3%), and Non-UK Resident (+2%) surcharges.
Key Capabilities & Features
- HMRC progressive slice tax band breakdown
- First-Time Buyer relief up to £425,000
- Additional property / Buy-to-let +3% surcharge
- Non-UK resident +2% surcharge
- Effective tax rate calculation and copyable summary
How to Use UK Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Studio
Enter Purchase Price
Enter the agreed purchase price of the UK residential property.
Choose Buyer Type
Select First-Time Buyer, Moving Home, or Additional Property / Buy-to-Let.
Review Tax Breakdown
View total SDLT due, effective tax rate %, and progressive slice breakdown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the First-Time Buyer relief in the UK?
First-time buyers pay 0% Stamp Duty on properties up to £425,000, and 5% on the portion between £425,001 and £625,000. If the purchase price exceeds £625,000, standard residential rates apply.
What is the surcharge for second homes or buy-to-let?
Purchasing an additional residential property (such as a second home or buy-to-let investment) incurs an extra 3% surcharge across all standard tax bands.