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SIPP Drawdown Calculator for Retirement Withdrawals


SIPP Drawdown Calculator

Plan your retirement income strategy.

Your Details

Current Age 67
Starting Pot Value £500,000
Annual Drawdown £25,000
Expected Growth Rate 5%
Life Expectancy 90
Annual Inflation Rate 2.5%

Projection & Results

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Total Withdrawn £575,000
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Years Pot Lasts 23 years
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Final Pot Value £0
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Attention Needed
£1,009,955 shortfall from your inflation-adjusted target.

Use our SIPP Drawdown Calculator to estimate flexible retirement income withdrawals and see how long your pension pot might last.

Important information: This calculator gives an indication of whether you may be on track for the retirement you want, based on the details and assumptions you provide. The results are estimates only and should not be relied upon as your sole basis for retirement planning. If you need further guidance, you should seek advice from a suitably qualified and regulated financial adviser.

SIPP Pension Withdrawals: How Our Drawdown Pension Calculator Helps

Understanding how much income you could take from your pension pot during retirement is vital for financial security. The Alltrust Pension Drawdown Calculator is designed to help you model your pension withdrawals, see how long your pension could last, and optimise your retirement income. Defined contribution pension schemes empower you with greater control over your pension savings—access your pension pot flexibly via income drawdown, lump sum payments, or annuity purchase.

Pension Schemes & SIPP Pension Drawdown Calculator: How It Works

Income Drawdown and Pension Pot Projections

Our pension drawdown calculator can help you estimate how long your pension fund might last through income drawdown, lump sum withdrawals, and investment growth.

  • Input: Current pension pot size, expected investment returns, withdrawal frequency, retirement age, tax-free cash options, and inflation assumptions.

  • Output: See how long your pension could last and understand how much income you could take each year.

The calculator only gives an estimate. Results are based on your individual circumstances, expectation of life, personal recommendation, and market returns that may fall and rise.

Access Your Pension: Lump Sum, UFPLS, and Tax-Free Withdrawal Options

At age 55 (or earlier with protected pension age), you can access your pension pot and take 25% as a tax-free lump sum. Flexible retirement options include Uncrystallised Funds Pension Lump Sum (UFPLS), drawdown pension, or choosing an annuity for guaranteed income. Understanding pension tax-free cash and the latest HMRC tax rules is key.

• Pension withdrawals are taxable above the tax-free lump sum

• Emergency tax code may apply initially on withdrawals

• Pension income is subject to personal advice from an authorised financial adviser, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority

Use our retirement calculator to plan your retirement income. Calculate your pension, see how much income you'll need & plan ahead.

Important Information: Our Pension Drawdown Calculator is a Tool, Not Advice

This drawdown calculator provides pension projections as guidance only. The calculator only gives an estimate, not a personal recommendation or advice. Your pension savings results may go down as well as up; you may live for a shorter or longer time than average. Speak to an authorised financial adviser for personal advice.

The Alltrust pension drawdown calculator is designed to help you explore your pension options and plan a flexible retirement, so you can see how long your pension could last, consider lump sum options, and model investment returns.

See How Long Your Pension Could Last: Investment Growth and Retirement Income

Investment growth rate, inflation, and market swings (“may get back less than you invested”) affect buying power of your income and how long your pension might last. The Office for National Statistics provides expectation of life tables to help you plan withdrawals and ensure your pension fund could provide retirement income throughout your retirement savings journey.

Our calculator can help you:

✔ Understand how much you could withdraw without running out of money

✔ Control over your retirement income and withdrawal strategy

✔ Keep the rest invested for future growth (drawdown pension)

✔ Manage pension income, fees, and life expectancy outcomes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the 4% rule for pension drawdown?

The 4% rule is a guideline that suggests withdrawing 4% of your pension fund annually for sustainable income drawdown, but individual circumstances, investment returns, and inflation vary.

Can I withdraw 25% of my SIPP tax-free?

Yes, you can access your pension pot and withdraw up to 25% as a tax-free lump sum, subject to current pension rules.

What is the Martin Lewis pension drawdown?

Martin Lewis refers to pension drawdown as taking flexible withdrawals from your defined contribution pension rather than buying a lifetime annuity.

How much of my pension can I drawdown at 55?

From age 55, you may withdraw up to 25% tax-free, with the rest either kept invested (income drawdown) or withdrawn as taxable income, according to tax rules.

Can you transfer your pension?

Yes, you can transfer your pension fund between schemes, subject to HMRC and the Financial Conduct Authority rules.

Have you previously taken a tax-free lump sum from this pension?

If yes, further withdrawals will be subject to income tax and scheme rules.

How does the State Pension work?

The UK State Pension provides a baseline retirement income; it can be combined with private pension schemes.

How long will your money last in pension drawdown?

Our calculator helps you see how long your pension might last—results depend on pot size, investment returns, withdrawal rate, fees, inflation, and life expectancy.

Include full state pension?

Yes, you may include your State Pension in total retirement income calculations.

Is it ever too late to start a pension?

No—starting a pension at any age helps to supplement future retirement income.

Looking to quickly understand how much you could get if you put your pension pot into income drawdown?

Use our pension drawdown calculator to find out!

Once you've used our Pension Drawdown calculator, why not explore our drawdown option?

Model outcomes, compare drawdown pension and annuity options, and get personal advice.

Designed to Help You Make the Most of Your Pension Income

Whether planning lump sum withdrawals, tracking investment growth, or exploring flexible retirement income, the Alltrust Pension Drawdown Calculator helps you understand how much income you could take and see how long your pension could last. Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, our adviser-led support ensures important information is considered for your individual circumstances.

Use our Pension Drawdown Calculator to estimate your retirement income and withdrawal options today. Results are based on market assumptions, life expectancy, and pension scheme rules. For personalised advice, speak to an authorised financial adviser. Alltrust—your trusted SIPP and SSAS pension trustee.

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