Published 6 November 2026 · Illustrative examples
What the numbers tell us
Qualifying gross receipts under the Rent a Room Scheme can benefit from a standard £7,500 annual threshold.
Costs and restrictions to consider
Where receipts are shared, a £3,750 threshold may apply to each person. The rules generally involve furnished accommodation in the person's main home. Check GOV.UK for the full conditions.
Try your own numbers
Use the free calculator to explore how your result changes with different prices, occupancy and running costs. Treat any attractive projected income with caution until you have checked local comparables and legal conditions.
Source for tax rules: GOV.UK Rent a Room Scheme.
Gross receipts are the critical figure
For example, £650 per month for twelve occupied months produces £7,800 gross receipts. Paying £100 in extra utility bills each month does not turn the £7,800 gross-receipts figure into £6,600 for threshold comparison purposes. The choice of tax treatment requires a separate assessment.
What to do before filing
Check the current GOV.UK scheme guidance, keep records of all relevant charges and determine whether you are eligible for the scheme. This is general information, not a personalised tax computation.