Pick any two UK PAYE tax codes and we will line up the allowance, emergency status, region and approximate annual tax on a £30,000 salary so you can see exactly how they differ.
Last updated 2026-04-12
| Attribute | K700 | 1250L |
|---|---|---|
| Category | KCode | Historical |
| Region | rUK | rUK |
| Allowance | £-7,000 | £12,500 |
| Emergency / non-cumulative | No | No |
| Approx. annual tax on £30k | £7,400 | £3,500 |
| In one sentence | Adds £7,000 to your taxable pay because untaxed income exceeds your allowance. | Standard allowance for tax year 2019/20: £12,500. |
Bottom line on £30k
On a £30,000 salary, K700 deducts roughly £7,400 in income tax per year vs £3,500 for 1250L. That is a difference of £3,900 per year - K700 is more expensive.
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