Stamp Duty

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Stamp Duty

Understanding Stamp Duty can help you plan your move with confidence - and we’re here to help. 

What is Stamp Duty?

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a government tax applied when you buy a home in England. Understanding what you’ll pay means you can keep those finances in check.

  • Applies to both new-build and pre-owned homes
  • Paid shortly after you complete your purchase
  • Stamp Duty can vary depend on your buyer status, property price and location

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How Does Stamp Duty Work?

Knowing when and how Stamp Duty is applied can help you avoid delays and feel more in control of your move. Here’s what to expect:

  1. Confirm your buyer status: Whether you're a first-time buyer, homeowner, or purchasing a second property, your Stamp Duty rate can differ.
  2. Check what you'll pay: We’ll use your property price and buyer status to help estimate the amount.
  3. Let your solicitor handle it: Stamp Duty is paid shortly after completion, usually by your solicitor.

Who pays Stamp Duty?

  • Modern and bright lounge in a home at North Gate Park development
    First-time buyers

    Pay no Stamp Duty on homes up to £300,000. A reduced rate applies above that.

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  • Modern kitchen and dining room in a home in Farehurst Park development
    Home movers

    Pay standard rates based on the purchase price of your brand new home.

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  • Open plan kitchen, living and dining room with open french doors onto garden at Millside Grange
    Second-home or buy-to-let buyers

    Comes with a 5% surcharge factored in when buying a second property.

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  • View from balcony at Kew Bridge Rise apartment
    Overseas buyers

    Buying from another country? Stamp Duty usually includes a 2% surcharge as part of the purchase.

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Calculator
Stamp Duty calculator

Our calculator provides a guide for how much Stamp Duty you will need to pay when purchasing your new property.*

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*First time buyers will not pay any stamp duty on property purchases below £300,000 with further relief available for transactions up to £500,000. Any property purchased over £500,000 by a first time buyer will not be eligible for SDLT relief and standard rates will apply. This calculator is provided as a guide only on how much Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) you will need to pay in England and Northern Ireland. It assumes that you are a UK resident and the property is freehold and is for primary residential purposes. For more information, visit www.gov.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax.

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