SDLT on a £500,000 property in England & Northern Ireland
SDLT on a £500,000 residential property in England & Northern Ireland for a first-time buyer is £10,000.
Rates verified against HM Revenue & Customs on 2026-09-04. Source.
Band-by-band breakdown| Band | Taxable amount | Rate | Charge |
|---|
| Up to £300,000 | £300,000 | 0% | £0 |
| Above £300,000 | £200,000 | 5% | £10,000 |
- First-time buyer relief: saved £5,000
- You must file and pay within 14 days of completion.
See the full England & Northern Ireland rates, therates hub, how this figure is calculated, or compare all three nations at this price.