Tax Credits

Tax Credits2024-252023-24
Basic element – maximum£2,435£2,280
Childcare element 70% of eligible costs up to £175 per week for one child, £300 for two or more children.
Child Tax Credits2024-252023-24
Child element per child – maximum£3,455£3,235
Family element£545£545
If only the child tax credit is claimed, the annual threshold is £19,995 (2023-24: £18,725).

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