What You Should Know About Stamp Duty
When purchasing an investment property in England or Northern Ireland, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a key cost to factor into your budget. The amount you’ll need to pay depends on both the purchase price and the purpose of the acquisition—buying an additional property, for example, may incur higher rates.
If you’re new to property investment, the rules around stamp duty can seem a little overwhelming. But don’t worry—Cornerstone Property Partners is here to guide you every step of the way.
To make things easier, we’ve outlined the updated 2025 stamp duty bands below, so you can quickly estimate what your liability might be before committing to a purchase.
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First-Time Buyers Stamp Duty Rates
Stamp duty rates for first-time buyers in England will be as follows:
| Property Selling Price | SDLT Rates until March 2025 | SDLT Rate on April 1, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Up to £300,000 | 0% | 0% |
| £300,001 to £425,000 | 0% | 0% |
| £425,001 to £500,000 | 10% | 5% |
| £500,001 to £1,625,000 | 5% | 5% |
Additional Property / Investor Rates
If you buy an additional property in England (e.g. a second buy-let) the following thresholds apply:
| Property Selling Price | SDLT Rates until March 2025 | SDLT Rate on April 1, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Up to £125,000 | 5% | 5% |
| £125,001 to £250,000 | 5% | 7% |
| £250,001 to £925,000 | 10% | 10% |
| £925,001 to £1.5 million | 15% | 15% |
| More than £1.5 million | 17% | 17% |
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