Income tax UK
UK taxation system has been undergoing changes and improvements all through its long history. Both individuals and legal entities have to pay tax on their income and profit. Income tax applies to individuals.
Overview
Income tax is paid on the income earned by you during a tax year minus a non-taxable personal allowance, subject to limitations.
Average income tax is £5,000. The standard Personal Allowance is £11,850, but it may be bigger if you claim Marriage Allowance or Blind Person’s Allowance. It’s smaller if your income is over £100,000. And the Personal Allowance is increased annually.
Income tax rate
Income tax rate progresses as the taxable amount increases. It means that higher earners have to pay higher income tax. Basic rate is 20% and it progresses to 45% maximum.
Tax residents must pay tax on their worldwide income while non-residents must pay tax only on the income earned in or brought to England.
Tax rates and bands for 2018-19
| Band | Taxable income | Tax rate |
| Personal Allowance | Up to £11,850 | 0% |
| Basic rate | £11,851 to £46,350 | 20% |
| Higher rate | £46 351 to £150,000 | 40% |
| Additional rate | Over £150,000 | 45% |
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