UK Pension Drawdown & 25% Tax-Free Lump Sum Calculator (2026/27)

Calculate your 25% tax-free Pension Commencement Lump Sum (capped at HMRC's £268,275 Lump Sum Allowance) and project how long your remaining 75% flexi-access drawdown pot will last.

Total Pension Pot 25% Tax-Free Cash (Max £268,275) 75% Invested Drawdown Pot
£150,000 Pot £37,500 tax-free £112,500 drawdown pot
£300,000 Pot £75,000 tax-free £225,000 drawdown pot
£500,000 Pot £125,000 tax-free £375,000 drawdown pot
£1,073,100+ Pot £268,275 (HMRC LSA Cap) £804,825+ drawdown pot

Frequently Asked Questions (2026/27 & 2027/28 UK Rules)

How much tax-free cash can I take from my UK pension?

You can take up to 25% of your pension pot tax-free, subject to the HMRC Lump Sum Allowance (LSA) cap of £268,275.

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