Corporation tax on rental income (UK) - MVP guide

If your rental property is held in a company, the tax picture differs. This guide explains the difference and links to an individual rental profit estimator for personal scenarios.

Explains why company-held property is not the same as individual landlord tax.
Highlights the inputs you'll need (profits, extraction method, etc.).
Links to the individual rental Income Tax estimator where appropriate.

Company vs individual landlord

If a property is held in a limited company, taxes may involve Corporation Tax and then personal tax when extracting money (salary/dividends). The rental calculator on this site estimates individual incremental Income Tax due from rental profit and is not a full limited company model.

What you can do now

If you're an individual landlord, use the rental calculator. If you're deciding company vs personal ownership, treat this as a research starting point and consider professional advice.

Open rental income tax calculator How this is maintained

Last updated: 2026-04-20

FAQ

Is there a full company rental tax calculator here?

Not yet. This page explains the difference and provides an individual-landlord estimator.

Why is this harder than individual landlord tax?

Because company profits and personal extraction tax interact, and scenarios vary.

What's the best next step?

Use the individual rental estimator for personal scenarios, and consult an accountant for company-held property decisions.