DWP £331.60 Financial Boost from April 2025: From April 2025, pensioners on low incomes may be entitled to extra financial support through Pension Credit, as part of the annual benefits increase. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging older people to check their eligibility, as thousands could be missing out on up to £4,200 per year.
What’s Changing in Pension Credit from April?
The disability element of Pension Credit will increase:
- From £81.50 to £82.90 per week
- From £326 to £331.60 per four-week pay period
For couples, where one person is receiving a disability benefit, the extra amount will also rise to £82.90 per week.
Carers Could Also Get Extra Support
- Those receiving Carer’s Allowance may qualify for an extra £46.40 per week in Pension Credit (up from £45.60).
- Even if Carer’s Allowance is not being paid in full due to receiving another income-related benefit like State Pension, pensioners may still qualify under ‘underlying entitlement’ rules.
Are You Missing Out on Pension Credit?
Currently, 1.4 million older people across Britain receive Pension Credit. However, the DWP estimates that 760,000 eligible pensioners are not claiming the benefit they are entitled to.
Common Misconceptions About Pension Credit Eligibility
Some pensioners believe they don’t qualify because they:
- Have savings
- Own their home
However, Pension Credit is means-tested, and many pensioners may still qualify even if they own property or have savings.
How Much Pension Credit Can You Get?
Pension Credit tops up weekly income to a guaranteed minimum of:
- £218.15 per week for single pensioners
- £332.95 per week for couples
How to Check if You Qualify
Pensioners can check their eligibility:
- Online using the Pension Credit calculator on GOV.UK
- By phone at the Pension Credit helpline: 0800 99 1234 (open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm)
Extra Benefits for Pension Credit Claimants
If you qualify for Pension Credit, you may also be eligible for additional support, including:
- Housing Benefit (if you rent your home)
- Support for Mortgage Interest (if you own your home)
- Council Tax discount
- Free TV licence (if aged 75 or over)
- Help with NHS costs (dental treatment, glasses, hospital transport)
- Warm Home Discount Scheme (help with heating bills)
- Winter Fuel Payment
- Discount on Royal Mail redirection (if moving house)
With Pension Credit increasing from April 2025, pensioners on low incomes should check their eligibility as soon as possible. Many are missing out on financial support, which could help with housing, heating, and everyday expenses. If you or someone you know might qualify, use the online calculator or call the Pension Credit helpline today.
FAQ’s
How much is Pension Credit increasing in April 2025?
The disability element of Pension Credit is increasing from £81.50 to £82.90 per week, which amounts to £331.60 per four-week pay period.
Who qualifies for extra Pension Credit?
Pensioners on low incomes who receive Attendance Allowance, Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Personal Independence Payment (PIP), or Adult Disability Payment (ADP) may qualify for additional Pension Credit support.
How do I check if I’m eligible for Pension Credit?
You can check your eligibility using the online Pension Credit calculator on GOV.UK or by calling the Pension Credit helpline at 0800 99 1234.
What extra benefits can I get with Pension Credit?
If you receive Pension Credit, you may also qualify for Housing Benefit, Council Tax discounts, free NHS treatment, a free TV licence (if 75+), Warm Home Discount, and Winter Fuel Payment.
Are homeowners eligible for Pension Credit?
Yes, homeowners can still qualify for Pension Credit. Having savings or owning a home does not automatically disqualify you from receiving this benefit.
Do all people get it or is just people with children
All peoples
This benefits those pensioners who didn’t pay into a works pension but spent their money down the pub ? Those of us who stupidly had money deducted from our wages to contribute into a works pension are now worse off because we’re above the threshold for pension credits ! What fools we were ? If I’d known then what I know now I would have spent my money down the pub rather than save towards old age ! Crazy politics ? Live your life on benefits rather than work and you’re financially better off in old age than if you’d worked Al
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So very true. I’d of stayed in a council house and claimed for my rent to be paid each month and all my house repairs done for me
Some struggled with working hours breakeven pay,further education qith a cost over abd above. Then told not relevant to changes etc etc. No ‘ on the job training.
Benefits were obvious until you declared oart time workingthen tgey didnt stop benefits with the change of government. Now ,they are supposed to tell you .They were too dusorganized to stop.it after i questioned iit.
Do i owe ? Im on a liw income 12 pounds plus an hour.8