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What is Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) Valuation?

If your company owns a residential property in London and the value of this property is more than £500,000, it is likely that you will have to pay ATED (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings).

If you fail to submit your ATED return you can be penalised. An accurate valuation of the property now has to be carried out at least every 5 years. Contact our panel of RICS registered valuers who can help you reduce your tax bill, ensure you comply with the law and steer clear of the costly mistakes that can be made when submitting your ATED returns.

Properties not classed as ATED

Properties not classed as dwelling under ATED include:

  • student halls
  • hospitals
  • hotels
  • guest houses
  • care homes
  • boarding school accommodation
  • military accommodation
  • prisons


Section 19 of the ATED technical guidance explains more about the definition of “dwelling”.

Why do you need ATED valuation?

Your ATED liability for the next 5 years is based on the value of your property. After 5 years, you will need to have another valuation carried out to comply with the law. If you haven’t had a professional valuation carried out on your property since 2019, then you will need a RICS valuation to determine your ATED fees for the 2024 tax year. Thankfully, complying with the law is not the only advantage of an ATED valuation.

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You can have an ATED valuation that could be a big help in reducing your tax bill for the next 5 years, keep away from potential costly fines and can raise objections to the district valuer if necessary. Contact us today!

How much ATED should I pay on London property?

Chargeable amounts for 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025:

Property ValueAnnual charge
£500,000 to £1 million£4,400
£1 million to £2 million£9,000
£2 million to £5 million£30,550
£5 million to £10 million£71,500
£10 million to £20 million£143,550
£20 million or more£287,500

 

If your company owns a residential property and its value is greater than £500k the, government charges ATED (Annual Taxation of Enveloped Dwellings). ATED is levied on residential properties that are classed as ‘dwellings’, i.e. a property that is used wholly or partly for residential purposes.

ATED Valuation Benefits

ATED valuations are more than just a necessity because they can help you:

  • avoid penalties: ensure that incorrect valuations don’t result in a monetary penalty.
  • minimize your ATED fees: find out which tax exemptions and reliefs apply to you.
  • eliminate delays: stop application mistakes standing in the way of your business’ everyday running.
  • budget your finances: know how much ATED you have to pay for the next five years.