Big Boost for UK Disability Benefits in April 2025 – Who Qualifies & New Rates

Starting April 2025, millions of people across the UK who rely on disability benefits will see a welcome boost in their weekly payments. The government has approved a notable increase of over £200 annually accompanied by a one-off £250 cost-of-living payment. If you’re receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA), or Attendance Allowance, here’s what the update means for your pocket.

Boost

Let’s break it down. Beginning April 1, 2025, PIP’s Standard Daily Living Rate will go from £72.65 to £73.89 a week. The Enhanced Rate? That jumps from £108.55 to £110.40. It may sound like a small change weekly, but over a year, that adds up.

The Mobility Component is getting a boost too. The Enhanced Rate will rise to £77.04 a week, which helps cover extra transport or mobility costs that many claimants face.

DLA and Attendance Allowance are also included in the uplift. Attendance Allowance’s higher rate, for instance, will now be £110.40, up from £108.55. It’s not just about ticking boxes the aim here is to reflect real-world costs more accurately.

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Payment

On top of the weekly increases, there’s also that one-off cost-of-living payment of £250. It’ll be distributed automatically between April 8 and April 28, 2025, to those who qualified for benefits between January 15 and February 28, 2025. So, if you’re already receiving eligible support during that time window, you’re all set.

Here’s a quick example to show how this stacks up:

Benefit Type	Old Rate (Weekly)	New Rate (Weekly)	Annual Increase
PIP Enhanced Daily	£108.55	£110.40	£96.20
One-Time Payment	–	£250	£250
Total Annual Gain	–	–	£346.20

That extra support can make a real difference when bills, transport, and energy costs continue to rise.

Rates

Here’s a breakdown of the updated rates:

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Benefit Component	New Weekly Rate
PIP Daily Living (Standard)	£73.89
PIP Daily Living (Enhanced)	£110.40
PIP Mobility (Standard)	£29.19
PIP Mobility (Enhanced)	£77.04
DLA Care Component	£29.19–£110.40
DLA Mobility Component	£29.19–£77.04
Attendance Allowance (Lower)	£73.89
Attendance Allowance (Higher)	£110.40
Cost-of-Living Payment	£250 (one-time)

Eligibility

To receive the increased rates and the one-time payment, you must have been claiming one of these benefits between January 15 and February 28, 2025:

• Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
• Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• Attendance Allowance
• Income Support
• Pension Credit
• Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
• Income-related ESA
• Universal Credit
• Working Tax Credit
• Child Tax Credit

The best part? You don’t need to apply. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will automatically adjust your payments. Just make sure your contact and payment details are current, especially if you’ve changed banks or addresses recently.

Tips

Want to stay on top of it all? Here are some quick tips:

• Log into your online DWP account regularly
• Update any changes in your circumstances immediately
• Register for direct deposit to get payments without delay
• Stay informed via GOV.UK and disability advocacy groups

There’s no paperwork needed for the new rates or the £250 payment. But keeping your records accurate helps avoid hiccups that could delay what you’re owed.

The 2025 changes are more than just numbers they’re a lifeline for many navigating rising costs. While the weekly increases may seem small on the surface, the cumulative impact combined with the one-off payment can provide crucial breathing room. Make sure you’re eligible, stay updated, and don’t leave money on the table.

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