Nearly 13 million older people receiving State Pension will see payments rise by 4.8% from April 6 while those on working age or disability benefits can expect an uplift of 3.8%
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently revealed the proposed new weekly payment rates for those receiving the State Pension or benefits. Almost 13 million pensioners will see their State Pension payments increase by 4.8 per cent from April 6, whilst individuals on working-age or disability benefits can anticipate a rise of 3.8 per cent.
The revised payment rates commence on the first Monday following the beginning of the financial year, though for 2026/27 this falls on the same date – Monday April 6.
It’s also crucial to note that most payments are issued in arrears, meaning most recipients won’t see the increase immediately. For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here
Annual uprating letters are sent to all claimants prior to the new payment rates taking effect, informing people about the modifications. If you receive this letter it’s vital to store this safely as it can frequently serve as evidence of benefit entitlement when applying for additional financial assistance.
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden recently revealed the new payment rates. He also confirmed that the new Universal Credit Act 2025 means the Standard Allowance will rise by approximately £295 annually for a single person aged 25 or over and roughly £465 for couples, where one partner is aged 25 or over.
Additional State Pension payment components will climb by 3.8 per cent whilst the Standard Minimum Guarantee in Pension Credit will grow by 4.8 per cent – matching the rise in average earnings. From April 6, it will stand at £238.00 weekly for a single pensioner and £363.25 weekly for a couple, reports the Daily Record.
Across England and Wales, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and other benefits designed to assist with extra needs stemming from disability, plus the rate of Carer’s Allowance, will also climb by 3.8 per cent.
New DWP payment rates 2026/27
Weekly rates are displayed, unless stated otherwise and have been arranged alphabetically to help locate the payment relevant to your circumstances.
A comprehensive breakdown of all benefits, including extra payments, the benefit cap and new deduction rates can be accessed on GOV.UK.
Attendance Allowance
- Higher rate: £114.60 (from £110.40)
- Lower rate: £76.70 (from £73.90)
Carer’s Allowance
- April 2026 weekly payment rate: £86.45 (from £83.30)
- Weekly earnings threshold: £204.00 (from £196.00)
Disability Living Allowance
Daily Care component
- Highest: £114.60 (from £110.40)
- Middle: £76.70 (from £73.90)
- Lowest: £30.30 (from £29.20)
Mobility component
- Higher: £77.05 (from £80.00)
- Lower: £30.30 (from £29.20)
Contributory and New Style Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Single, under 25: £75.65 (from £72.90)
- Single, 25 or over: £95.55 (from £92.05)
- Lone parent, under 18: £95.55 (from £72.90)
- Lone parent, over 18: £92.05 (from £92.05)
- Couple, both under 18: £75.65 from (72.90)
- Couple, both under 18 with child: £111.35 (from £110.15)
- Couple, both under 18 (main phase): £95.55 (from £92.05)
- Couple, both under 18 with child (main phase): £150.15 (from £144.65)
- Couple, both over 18: £150.15 (from £144.65)
Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
Contribution based JSA
- Under 25: £75.65 (from £72.90)
- 25 or over: £95.55 (from £92.05)
Income-based JSA
- Under 25: £75.65 (from £72.90)
- 25 or over: £95.55 (from £92.05)
Lone parent
- Under 18: £75.65 (from £72.90)
- 18 or over: £95.55 (from £92.05)
- Couple, both under 18: £75.65 (from £72.90)
- Couple, both under 18 – higher rate: £114.35 (from £11.15)
- Couple, one under 18, one under 25: £75.65 (from £72.90)
- Couple, one under 18, one 25 and over: £95.55 (from £92.05)
- Couple, both 18 or over: £150.15 (from £144.65)
Maternity Allowance
- Standard rate: £194.32 (from £187.18)
Pension Credit
Standard minimum guarantee
- Single: £238.00 (from £227.10)
- Couple: £363.25 (from £346.60)
Additional amount for severe disability
- Single: £86.05 (from £82.90)
- Couple (one qualifies): £86.05 (from £82.90)
- Couple (both qualify): £172.10 (from £165.75)
- Additional amount for carers: £48.15 (from £46.40)
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Daily Living component
- Enhanced: £114.60 (from £110.40)
- Standard: £76.70 (from £73.90)
Mobility component
- Enhanced: £80.00 (from £77.05)
- Standard: £30.30 (from £29.20)
State Pension
New State Pension
- Full rate: £241.30 (from £230.25)
Old/Basic State Pension
- Category A or B Basic State Pension: £184.90 (from £176.45)
- Category B (lower) Basic State Pension – spouse or civil Partner’s insurance: £110.75 (from £105.70)
- Category C or D – non-contributory: £110.75 (from £105.70)
Universal Credit (monthly rates)
Single People
- Under 25: £338.58 (from £316.98)
- 25 or over: £424.90 (from £400.14)
Couples
- Joint claimants both under 25: £528.34 (from £497.55)
- Joint claimants, one or both 25 or over: £666.97 (from £628.10)
A comprehensive list of additional elements concerning Universal Credit is accessible on GOV.UK.
