UK Child Benefit Calculator
Check how much benefit you get and if you need to pay the High Income Charge.
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If you or your partner earn over £50,000, you may have to pay a tax charge.
Note: Child Benefit is usually paid every 4 weeks. This calculator shows the equivalent annual and weekly amounts.
Net Annual Benefit
£1,037.40
Total Benefit
£2,074.80
Tax Charge (HICBC)
£1,037.40
Weekly Amount
£19.95
Benefit Breakdown
Partially Claimable
Eldest Child (£25.60/wk)
£1,331.20/yr
1 Additional Child (£16.95/wk)
£881.40/yr
High Income Charge %
50%
What is Child Benefit?
Child Benefit is a payment made to people bringing up children. It is usually paid every 4 weeks and there's no limit on how many children you can claim for.
- check_circle For children under 16 years old.
- check_circle Up to 20 years old if they stay in approved education or training.
The High Income Charge (HICBC)
If you or your partner have an individual income over £50,000, you may be taxed on the benefit you receive. This is known as the High Income Child Benefit Charge.
Key Thresholds
£50,000 - £60,000 Sliding Scale (1% per £100)
Over £60,000 Full Benefit Taxed Back