UK Child Benefit & High Income Charge (HICBC) Calculator (2026/27)
For 2026/27, UK Child Benefit pays £26.05/week (£1,354.60/yr) for the eldest child and £17.25/week (£897.00/yr) for each additional child. The High Income Child Benefit Charge claws back 1% for every £200 of Adjusted Net Income between £60,000 and £80,000.
| Number of Children | Weekly Entitlement | Annual Tax-Free Entitlement (Income <= £60k) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Child | £26.05 / week | £1,354.60 / year |
| 2 Children | £43.30 / week | £2,251.60 / year |
| 3 Children | £60.55 / week | £3,148.60 / year |
| HICBC Taper Band | £60,000 – £80,000 Adjusted Income | 1% clawback per £200 over £60,000 |