CGT Rate Calculator — Calculate Your Capital Gains Tax

CGT Rate Calculator

Calculate your Capital Gains Tax liability accurately. Determine tax rates, exemptions, and allowances for property, shares, and other assets in the UK.

Step 1: Asset Details

5 years

Allowable Costs

Include purchase costs, improvement costs, professional fees, and selling costs. These reduce your taxable gain.

Step 2: Tax Details

CGT Rates 2024-25

Residential property: 18% (basic), 24% (higher). Other assets: 10% (basic), 20% (higher). Annual exemption: £3,000.

CGT Calculation Results

Summary
Tax Rates
Breakdown

Total CGT Liability

£12,000
Taxable Gain: £95,000
Capital Gain
£100,000
Taxable Gain
£95,000
CGT Rate
20%
Effective Rate
12.6%

Capital Gains Tax Rates

Residential Property (Basic)
18%
For gains up to £50,270
Residential Property (Higher)
24%
For gains over £50,270
Other Assets (Basic)
10%
For gains up to £50,270
Other Assets (Higher)
20%
For gains over £50,270

Important Notes

Different rates apply to residential property vs other assets. The Annual Exempt Amount is £3,000 for 2024-25. Business Asset Disposal Relief may reduce rate to 10% on qualifying gains.

Asset Type Basic Rate Higher Rate Notes
Residential Property 18% 24% Excludes main home (PPR relief)
Shares & Securities 10% 20% Includes ISAs (tax-free)
Commercial Property 10% 20% May qualify for reliefs

Gain & Tax Breakdown

CGT Calculation Formula

Taxable Gain = (Sale Price – Purchase Price – Allowable Costs) – Annual Exemption

CGT = Taxable Gain × Applicable Rate. Different rates apply to residential property (18%/24%) vs other assets (10%/20%). Various reliefs may reduce the taxable amount.

Component Amount Calculation
Sale Proceeds £350,000 Actual sale price
Purchase Price £250,000 Original cost
Allowable Costs £5,000 Fees, improvements
Annual Exemption £3,000 2024-25 allowance
Taxable Gain £92,000 350,000 – 250,000 – 5,000 – 3,000

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