Calculate statutory redundancy pay based on age, years of service, and weekly pay. See how much is tax-free and what you may owe to HMRC.
This calculator computes the minimum statutory redundancy pay an employee is entitled to under UK employment law. The amount depends on age, length of service, and weekly pay, subject to a statutory weekly pay cap.
Note: Based on 2026/27 statutory weekly pay cap of £643. The first £30,000 of redundancy pay is tax-free. Employers may pay enhanced redundancy above the statutory minimum.
Based on 2026/27 HMRC rates. Weekly pay cap: £700. The first £30,000 of redundancy pay is tax-free. Tax estimate uses basic rate (20%) — your actual rate may differ. Last updated: April 2026.
| Age at redundancy | 35 |
| Years of service | 8 years |
| Gross weekly pay | £600.00 |
| Capped weekly pay | £600.00 |
| Weeks entitlement | 8.0 weeks |
| Statutory redundancy pay | £4,800.00 |
| Enhanced pay (if applicable) | £0.00 |
| Total redundancy package | £4,800.00 |
| Tax-free threshold | £30,000 |
| Tax-free amount | £4,800.00 |
| Taxable amount | £0.00 |
| Estimated tax (20% basic rate) | £0.00 |
| Estimated net redundancy pay | £4,800.00 |
| Age During Year of Service | Weeks' Pay Per Year |
|---|---|
| Under 22 | 0.5 weeks per year |
| 22 to 40 | 1 week per year |
| 41 to 64 | 1.5 weeks per year |
Weekly pay is capped at £700 (2026/27). Maximum 20 years of service counts. You must have worked for your employer for at least 2 continuous years.