Benefits Calculator & Guide

Find out what benefits you're entitled to and how to claim them under British law

Calculate Your Entitlements

Personal Information
Different benefits are available at different ages
Employment & Income
Include any current benefits you receive
Total amount in any bank accounts or savings

Understanding Your Benefits

Universal Credit

Main benefit for working-age people, replacing several older benefits.

  • • Basic living costs support
  • • Housing costs contribution
  • • Additional elements for specific circumstances
Housing Benefit

Help with rent if you're on a low income or claiming benefits.

  • • Can be claimed while homeless
  • • Available for temporary accommodation
  • • Special rules for shared accommodation
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

Extra support if you have a long-term health condition or disability.

  • • Not means-tested
  • • Can be claimed while working
  • • Covers both physical and mental health conditions
Council Tax Support

Help with your Council Tax bill if you're on a low income.

  • • Apply through your local council
  • • Amount varies by area
  • • Special rules for temporary accommodation

Need Help Claiming?

Free Advice Services
  • Citizens Advice: 0800 144 8848
  • Turn2us: 0808 802 2000
  • Shelter: 0808 800 4444