Universal Credit
Who can claim Universal Credit?
What you will get
Child Element
Limited Capability for Work Element
Carer Element
Childcare costs element
Housing Costs Element
How do I make a claim for UC?
Your Claimant Commitment
The Decision on your UC claim
Making an appeal
Universal Credit Advance payment
Key Facts
Benefits
The amount of money you will get will depend on your circumstances.
|
Standard Allowance |
Amount Per Month |
|
Single and under 25 years old |
£257.33 |
|
Single and 25 years or older |
£324.84 |
|
Couple (both under 25 years old) |
£403.93 (single payment for couple) |
|
Couple (one partner is 25 years or older) |
£509.91(single payment for couple) |
Universal credit is made up of two components that are added together:
- a Standard Allowance, plus
- any extra amounts based on your situation, called elements
The standard allowance amount depends on whether you are claiming as a single person or as a couple, and whether you are under or over the age of 25.
The additional elements are based on the following factors: if you have children, if you have a disability or health condition, your ability to work, if you are a carer, and your housing situation.
Please see the next section to find out more about the elements
You can contact our Adviceline or contact one of our local centres for further help.
