Child benefit calculator
United Kingdom · 2026/27 tax yearFind out how much Child Benefit your family gets in 2026/27 and whether the High Income Child Benefit Charge applies to you.
Child Benefit rates for 2026/27
| Who it is for | Weekly rate | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Eldest or only child | £27.05 | £1,406.60 |
| Each additional child | £17.90 | £930.80 |
The High Income Child Benefit Charge
If you or your partner has adjusted net income over £60,000, the higher earner pays back 1% of the Child Benefit for every £200 of income over £60,000. At £80,000 or more, the charge equals all the Child Benefit.
Example
A family with two children gets £44.95 a week, or £2,337.40 a year. If the higher earner's adjusted net income is £70,000, that is £10,000 over the threshold, so the charge is 50%: £1,168. The family keeps £1,169.40.
Frequently asked questions
Should I claim if I earn over £80,000?
It is usually still worth claiming and then choosing not to receive the payments. Claiming gives a parent who is not working National Insurance credits that count towards their State Pension, and makes sure your child gets a National Insurance number automatically.
Can I reduce the charge?
Yes. Pension contributions and Gift Aid donations reduce your adjusted net income, which can lower or remove the charge.
How do I pay the charge?
The higher earner pays it through Self Assessment or, if they are employed, can ask HMRC to collect it through their tax code.
This calculator gives an estimate for guidance only. Source: GOV.UK Child Benefit.
Last checked and updated: October 2026 (2026/27 rates)