# What is the Stamp Duty threshold in 2026?

> Quick answer · Last updated 1 April 2026

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## In short

£125,000 for standard buyers in England and Northern Ireland. £300,000 for first-time buyers, with relief up to £500,000.

For purchases completing on or after 1 April 2025, the nil-rate Stamp Duty threshold in England and Northern Ireland is £125,000 for standard buyers — meaning no SDLT is charged on the first £125,000 of the purchase price.

First-time buyers benefit from a higher £300,000 threshold and a reduced 5% rate between £300,000 and £500,000. The relief is lost entirely above £500,000.

A 5% additional-property surcharge applies on top of standard rates if you are buying a second home or buy-to-let. Scotland (LBTT) and Wales (LTT) operate separate systems.

## Related

- [Stamp Duty calculator](https://moneyguide.org.uk/tools/stamp-duty-calculator/)
- [Mortgages guide](https://moneyguide.org.uk/mortgages/)

## Primary source

gov.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax

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Independent UK money guidance from [Money Guide](https://moneyguide.org.uk). Information only — not regulated financial advice.