UK Tax Year

2026/27

The key dates, deadlines, and rate changes for the current UK tax year, all in one place.

Self Assessment Deadline

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Online returns due 31 January

New Tax Year Starts

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Tax year always begins 6 April

2026/27 at a Glance

Personal Allowance£12,570

Basic rate band£12,571 – £50,270

Higher rate threshold£50,271

National Living Wage (21+)£12.71/hour

HMRC-Aligned

For the full breakdown of what changed this Budget, see our Autumn Budget hub, or read every tax change explained.