Self Assessment · High earners

Tax returns for high earners, with planning built in

Earning over £60,000? Child Benefit, the £100,000 personal allowance trap and pension relief all change your tax. We file your Self Assessment return and show you the legitimate ways to keep more of what you earn.

  • High Income Child Benefit Charge handled
  • £100,000 tax trap explained and planned for
  • Pension and Gift Aid relief claimed
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High earner return
£250 per year, from
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  • Self Assessment prepared and filed
  • Relief claims checked
  • VAT included
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Who it’s for

Who we help

Employees, professionals and business owners with higher incomes.

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Parents over £60,000

Families affected by the High Income Child Benefit Charge.

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Earners near £100,000

People losing their personal allowance between £100,000 and £125,140.

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Higher-rate pension savers

Relief-at-source pension contributions needing higher-rate relief.

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Bonuses and shares

Employees with bonuses, share schemes or investment income.

Packages & prices

High earner packages

Fixed fees, agreed upfront, with VAT included.

Employee return
PAYE income plus one or two extra items.
£250
per year · incl. VAT
  • Self Assessment tax return
  • Child Benefit Charge calculation
  • Pension relief claim
  • Online filing
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Return and a review of how to reduce next year’s tax.
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  • Adjusted net income planning
  • Pension and salary sacrifice review
  • Written recommendations
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Several income sources, shares or overseas income.
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  • Rental and investment income
  • Share schemes and gains
  • Foreign income
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What’s included

What we cover

Everything a higher earner needs on their return.

  • High Income Child Benefit Charge (from £60,000)
  • Personal allowance taper (£100,000 to £125,140)
  • Higher-rate relief on pension contributions
  • Gift Aid higher-rate relief
  • Bonuses and benefits in kind
  • Employee share schemes
  • Savings and dividend income
  • Rental income
  • Capital gains on investments
  • Payments on account
  • Adjusted net income planning
  • Checking your PAYE tax code
How it works

A seamless, fully online process

Free call

We review your income and family position.

Fixed-fee quote

Confirmed in writing, VAT included.

Share records

P60, P11D, pension and Child Benefit details.

We file

You approve and we submit to HMRC.

Key thresholds

Where high earners pay more tax

Income levelWhat happens
Over £60,000High Income Child Benefit Charge starts: 1% of Child Benefit for every £200 of income
£80,000 or moreThe charge equals all the Child Benefit received
£100,000 to £125,140Personal allowance reduced by £1 for every £2, an effective 60% tax rate
Over £125,140Additional rate of 45% on earned income

Do high earners need to file a tax return?

Not always, but many do. You will usually need one if you or your partner receive Child Benefit and your income is over £60,000, if you need to claim higher-rate relief on pension contributions or Gift Aid, or if you have income not taxed through PAYE. Some people can now pay the Child Benefit Charge through their tax code instead, and we can advise which suits you.

The £100,000 tax trap

Between £100,000 and £125,140 of adjusted net income, your personal allowance is withdrawn, creating an effective 60% tax rate. Pension contributions and Gift Aid reduce adjusted net income, so they can restore your allowance and, for parents, reduce or remove the Child Benefit Charge.

Pension contributions

Personal pension contributions made from net pay only receive basic-rate relief automatically. Higher and additional-rate taxpayers must claim the extra relief, usually through their tax return. Many people miss this every year.

For directors, see our company director tax returns. For income from abroad, see foreign income tax returns.

Official guidance: High Income Child Benefit Charge · Income Tax rates and Personal Allowances

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Why clients choose Wingate

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

When does the High Income Child Benefit Charge apply?
When you or your partner earn over £60,000 and receive Child Benefit. At £80,000 or more, the charge equals the full benefit.
What is the 60% tax trap?
Between £100,000 and £125,140, your personal allowance is withdrawn, so each extra £1 of income effectively costs 60p in tax.
How can I reduce my adjusted net income?
Personal and salary sacrifice pension contributions and Gift Aid donations are the most common legitimate ways.
Do I need to claim higher-rate pension relief?
Yes, for relief-at-source contributions. It is usually claimed on your tax return.
Should I stop claiming Child Benefit?
Not always. Claiming protects National Insurance credits. You can opt out of payments while staying registered.
Do your prices include VAT?
Yes. All prices and quotes include VAT.

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