iHow it is calculated
Enforcement fees are found from the debt amount and the fixed statutory stages:
fees = £75 + £190 + 7.5% × (debt − £1,500)
For a £5,000 debt: £75 compliance + £190 enforcement + 7.5% × (5,000 − 1,500) = £527.50 in fees.
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Legal · Updated 2026
Enforcement Cost Calculator
Estimate bailiff enforcement fees on a debt, using the fixed stages set by the Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014.
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527.5£
Compliance stage75 £
Enforcement stage452.5 £
Total527.5 £
Enforcement fees are fixed by the Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014: a £75 compliance stage, then a £190 enforcement stage plus 7.5% of the debt above £1,500.
5,000 £ → Enforcement fees 527.5 £Indicative figures, not advice. These are the statutory fee stages — the actual cost can differ and extra enforcement or sale costs may apply. Check the regulations in force. Instant in-browser calculation, no account.
Last updated: 11 July 2026 Source: GOV.UK — HMRC
§ Results are for informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice. For specific situations, consult a lawyer or a notary.
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?Frequently asked questions
How much do bailiffs charge?
Fees are fixed by the Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014: a £75 compliance stage, then a £190 enforcement stage, plus 7.5% of any part of the debt above £1,500.
What is the compliance stage fee?
£75. It is charged when the enforcement agent first sends the compliance notice, before any visit. It applies once, even if you pay before a bailiff attends.
How is the enforcement stage fee calculated?
A fixed £190 once a bailiff attends, plus 7.5% of the part of the debt over £1,500. For a £5,000 debt that adds 7.5% × £3,500 = £262.50.
Are these fees the same for council tax and CCJs?
The same fixed scale applies to most taking-control-of-goods enforcement, including council tax and unpaid CCJs transferred to enforcement. High Court enforcement adds a sale stage and can charge VAT.
Can I avoid the enforcement fee?
Yes. If you pay or agree a controlled goods arrangement during the compliance stage, only the £75 fee applies. The £190 enforcement fee is added once a bailiff physically attends.
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