Commercial rates apply to non-residential and mixed-use properties (such as retail units, offices, warehouses, and agricultural land). The rates are progressive, band-by-band, and differ from residential rates.
Commercial Stamp Duty Due
£12,000
SDLT System
Effective Tax Rate
2.7%
of purchase price
Total Acquisition Cost
£462,000
price + stamp duty
Property Type
Non-Residential
applied rules
Cost Breakdown
Property Purchase Price
£450,000
Rent Net Present Value (NPV)
£0
Stamp Duty Tax Payable
£12,000
Total Acquisition Cost£462,000
Property Price
97%
Rent NPV
0%
Stamp Duty
3%
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Verified for Accuracy (2026/27 Tax Year)
Fact-checked and audited by David Vance, CTA FCA, Chartered Tax Advisor & Accountant. Verified against official HMRC rules.
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How We Calculated This
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Real-World Examples
Standard Scenario
A basic calculation applying standard UK tax bands and allowances.
Calculation runs based on standard HMRC rules.
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With Pension or Deductions
Factoring in a percentage of salary sacrifice or pension contributions.
Deductions are calculated and adjusted accordingly.
What are the commercial property stamp duty rates?
Commercial, agricultural, and mixed-use property purchases in England and Northern Ireland are subject to non-residential Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) rates. A mixed-use property is one that contains both residential and commercial elements, such as a shop with a flat above it. Non-residential SDLT is calculated progressively in three bands: 0% on the first £150,000 of the purchase price; 2% on the portion between £150,001 and £250,000; and 5% on the portion that exceeds £250,000. Mixed-use properties are highly tax-efficient because they avoid the higher residential tax rates (which scale up to 12%) and do not attract the buy-to-let surcharge.
Are there additional taxes on commercial property transactions?
Yes. Commercial transactions often involve Value Added Tax (VAT). If the seller has opted to tax the commercial building for VAT, you must pay 20% VAT on top of the purchase price. Crucially, SDLT is calculated on the VAT-inclusive price, meaning you pay tax on the tax. However, if the transaction is structured as a Transfer of a Going Concern (TOGC)—for instance, if you are buying a tenanted commercial building and continuing the letting business—the sale may be exempt from VAT, saving significant upfront cash. Always check the property’s VAT status with a commercial solicitor before completing your financial modeling.