ENGLAND
Payslips and pay in England.
English income tax bands apply (20 percent basic, 40 percent higher, 45 percent additional). Use PayslipIQ to decode your payslip wherever you work in England.
Educational estimates only. Not tax, legal, financial, payroll or employment advice. Verify with your employer's payroll team or HMRC.
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Common questions
Is income tax different in England compared to the rest of the UK?
England, Wales and Northern Ireland share the same income tax bands (20 / 40 / 45 percent in 2026/27). Scotland sets its own bands and rates separately. National Insurance is the same UK-wide.
What is the personal allowance in England?
For 2026/27, the standard Personal Allowance is £12,570. It is reduced by £1 for every £2 you earn over £100,000, disappearing entirely above £125,140.
Where can I see my regional code?
English tax codes do not have a regional prefix. They look like "1257L" or similar. Scottish codes start with S; Welsh codes start with C.
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