Stamp Duty Pressure

Pressure grows for Stamp Duty reform

Calls for Stamp Duty reform are continuing to grow as first-time buyers face rising purchase costs.

Research suggests first-time buyers have paid an extra £307m in Stamp Duty since the tax-free threshold changed in April 2025. On average, buyers have reportedly paid £4,618 more to complete a purchase over the past year.

For many households already struggling with deposits and affordability pressures, Stamp Duty remains another significant barrier to getting onto the property ladder. Industry figures continue calling for reform to help improve affordability.

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Source: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/news/articles/property-news/rightmove-calls-for-stamp-duty-reform/