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Use these Wales-focused pages for LTT planning, then compare all-in completion costs with editable fees.

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Wales charges LTT (Land Transaction Tax) instead of stamp duty: 0% up to £225,000, 6% on £225,001–£400,000, 7.5% on £400,001–£750,000, 10% on £750,001–£1.5m and 12% above. On a £250,000 home LTT is £1,500; on £400,000 it is £10,500. Wales has no separate first-time buyer relief, and additional properties add a 5% higher-rate surcharge. Add conveyancing and survey fees below for your all-in cost.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is LTT on a £300,000 home in Wales?

LTT on a £300,000 home is £4,500 for a standard purchase: nothing on the first £225,000, then 6% on the £75,000 between £225,001 and £300,000. Wales's £225,000 nil-rate band is higher than England's £125,000, so lower-priced purchases often pay no LTT at all.

Do first-time buyers get LTT relief in Wales?

No. Wales does not have a separate first-time buyer relief. Instead everyone benefits from the relatively high £225,000 nil-rate band, so many first-time buyers pay no LTT anyway. Above £225,000 the standard rates apply.

What are the higher LTT rates for second homes?

Buying an additional residential property (a second home or buy-to-let) means paying higher residential rates — a surcharge on each band, applied to the full purchase price. This adds significantly to the bill, so model it before committing.

Is LTT the same as stamp duty?

No. Wales replaced UK Stamp Duty Land Tax with LTT in April 2018. It has its own bands and rates administered by the Welsh Revenue Authority, so an England-based SDLT calculator will not give the correct figure for a Welsh purchase.

When is LTT due?

An LTT return must be filed and the tax paid within 30 days of completion. Your conveyancer normally handles this as part of completion, settling the tax with the Welsh Revenue Authority on your behalf.

What changes at key thresholds?

Compare nearby brackets before making offers. Small price moves can change tax slices and all-in completion cash.

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