Free · 2025/26 · Wales
Wales Stamp Duty (LTT) Calculator 2025/26
Calculate Land Transaction Tax (LTT) on a property purchase in Wales. Compare what you’d pay in England (SDLT) and Scotland (LBTT) on the same price — Wales has its own rates set by the Senedd, which differ significantly from England’s.
Wales LTT Calculator
2025/26
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LTT Band Breakdown
Wales LTT rates 2025/26
| Band | Standard rate | Higher rates (additional dwelling) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to £225,000 | 0% | 5% |
| £225,001–£400,000 | 6% | 11% |
| £400,001–£750,000 | 7.5% | 12.5% |
| £750,001–£1,500,000 | 10% | 15% |
| Over £1,500,000 | 12% | 17% |
Wales LTT is administered by the Welsh Revenue Authority (WRA). The nil-rate threshold of £225,000 is higher than England’s £250,000, but the 6% rate that kicks in immediately above it is significantly higher than England’s 5%. Wales has no first-time buyer relief equivalent to England’s scheme.
Frequently asked questions
Is there first-time buyer relief for LTT in Wales?
No — Wales does not currently offer a specific first-time buyer LTT relief equivalent to England’s scheme. All residential purchasers pay the same standard rates. The Welsh Government has consulted on introducing relief but no policy has been enacted as of 2025/26. First-time buyers in Wales pay LTT at the standard residential rates, making the nil-rate band (0% up to £225,000) the main benefit for lower-priced purchases.
How does Wales LTT compare to England SDLT for a typical purchase?
For properties below £225,000, Wales is marginally better — the nil-rate threshold is £225k vs £250k in England, but since there’s nothing to pay below either threshold, both result in zero tax. For properties between £225,001 and £250,000, Wales charges 6% on the portion above £225k while England charges nothing — so a £240,000 purchase costs £900 more in Wales. Above £250,000, Wales charges 6% vs England’s 5% on the same band, making Wales more expensive on most typical family home purchases.
