Net worth is the total value of everything you own (assets) minus everything you owe (liabilities). It is a snapshot of your financial position at a point in time. A positive net worth means your assets exceed your debts; a negative net worth means you owe more than you own. Net worth tends to grow over time as mortgages are paid off, pensions accumulate, and savings grow.

Should I include my pension in net worth?

Yes, though with caveats. Your pension pot is a real asset that will provide income in retirement, so it makes sense to include it. However, pension wealth is illiquid (you generally can't access it before 57) and will be subject to income tax when drawn down, so some people prefer to track it separately or apply a discount. The full gross pension value is the most common approach for a total net worth calculation.

Should I include the student loan?

It depends on your plan. Student loans in England are repaid as a percentage of earnings above a threshold and are written off after 25-30 years (or 40 years for Plan 5). Many financial experts argue they behave more like a graduate tax than a debt. If your income is unlikely to ever fully repay the loan, including it may overstate your liabilities. However, for a strict balance-sheet view, it is technically a liability.

What is a good debt-to-asset ratio?

A lower ratio is better, as it means your debts are a small fraction of what you own. A ratio of 0.8 means 80% of your assets are funded by debt. For most homeowners with a mortgage, a ratio of 0.5-0.7 is common early in their mortgage term. As you pay off the mortgage and grow savings, the ratio should fall. A ratio above 1.0 means you have negative net worth.

How often should I calculate my net worth?

Quarterly or annually is enough for most people. More frequent checks can cause unnecessary anxiety about short-term fluctuations in investment values. The key is tracking the trend over years, not reacting to monthly noise. Many people find tracking net worth once a year on a fixed date (e.g. their birthday or the new tax year) a useful discipline.

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Net Worth Calculator

Add up your assets and liabilities to get a clear picture of your financial position. Track your progress year on year.

Updated April 2026

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Assets

Property value

Cash & savings

Investments (stocks, ISA)

Pension pot value

Vehicle value

Other assets

Liabilities

Outstanding mortgage

Personal loans

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Student loan

Other liabilities

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£145,500 Net Worth

Net worth

£145,500

£368,000 assets · £222,500 liabilities

Debt-to-asset ratio

60%

Moderate: common for homeowners with a mortgage

Total assets: £368,000
Total liabilities: £222,500
Net worth: £145,500

Breakdown

Asset breakdown

Property: £280,000
Cash & investments: £35,000
Pension: £45,000
Other (vehicle etc.): £8,000
Total assets: £368,000

Liability breakdown

Mortgage: £220,000
Loans (personal & student): £0
Credit cards & other: £2,500
Total liabilities: £222,500

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Built and maintained by Tim, a personal finance enthusiast (not a financial adviser). Last reviewed April 2026. Rates and thresholds come from official UK government publications.

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Figures are estimates only. This is not financial or tax advice. For help with your specific situation, speak to HMRC or a qualified adviser.