Stamp Duty on £525,000 House (2026/27) — England & NI SDLT Calculator

Purchasing a £525,000 residential property in England or Northern Ireland incurs £16,250 for a Standard Home Mover (3.10% effective tax rate), £16,250 for an eligible First-Time Buyer, or £42,500 with the +5% Additional Property / Buy-to-Let surcharge.

UK Buyer Category (2026/27) Total SDLT Due Effective Tax Rate
Standard Home Mover £16,250 3.10%
First-Time Buyer (Relief up to £500k) £16,250 3.10%
Additional Property / Buy-to-Let (+5%) £42,500 8.10%

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

How much is Stamp Duty on a £525,000 house in the UK?

For a £525,000 purchase in England or Northern Ireland in 2026/27, a standard home mover pays £16,250, an eligible First-Time Buyer pays £16,250, and an additional property or Buy-to-Let buyer pays £42,500.

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