Residential purchases by individuals in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

What tax will I pay on my new home?

The UK has three different taxes on buying a home: Stamp Duty Land Tax in England and Northern Ireland, LBTT in Scotland and Land Transaction Tax in Wales. Enter a price to compare them, then open the calculator for your nation.

Where the home is	Tax	Amount

Calculators

Stamp DutyEngland and Northern Ireland LBTTScotland, including the Additional Dwelling Supplement Land Transaction TaxWales, main and higher rates Rental yieldGross and net yield for landlords

Guides

The three property taxes comparedBands, reliefs and deadlines side by side Second homes and buy-to-letThe surcharges and when you can reclaim them First-time buyer reliefWho qualifies in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland Landlord insurance explainedThe usual types of cover for a let property

Rates and rules used: Current rates for the three property taxes. Sources: GOV.UK; Revenue Scotland; Welsh Government. Checked 16th September 2026. Rates are reviewed whenever a government changes them, and at least every April.

These calculators give an estimate based on the published rates for residential purchases. They do not cover purchases by companies or trusts, multiple dwellings, shared ownership, new leases, mixed-use or non-residential property, linked transactions, or completions before the dates shown. This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Your solicitor or conveyancer will confirm the tax due. Rates checked against GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland and the Welsh Government on 16th September 2026.