The United Kingdom’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a rise in the rates of various disability payments, such as the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance (DLA). Beginning April 7, 2025, weekly component rates for these benefits will increase by 1.7%, providing greater financial help to people with disabilities.
This boost is meant to help claimants manage growing living costs and inflation. This page will tell you everything you need to know about the 2025 increase in PIP and DLA, including the new rates, how the payments work, and how much people will get annually at the highest level of support.
PIP and DLA Benefit Increase Details 2025
Beginning in April 2025, persons receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) will have a 1.7% increase in their benefit payments. This modification, based on inflation rates from September 2024, was announced in the government’s October budget. The goal of this adjustment is to enable persons receiving disability benefits better manage their daily needs in the face of growing living costs.
For those who qualify for the highest payment level—covering both the daily living and mobility components in PIP or the highest care and mobility levels in DLA—the maximum weekly payment may be roughly £749. Over the course of a year, this modification will provide an estimated additional £151, providing a little but significant boost to assist meet important expenses.
DWP PIP and DLA Increased Amounts 2025
Personal Independence Payment
PIP is intended to assist those aged 16 and up who have a long-term disability or health condition that makes daily duties or movement difficult. PIP payments are separated into two categories: daily living and mobility.
| Component | Current Weekly Rate (2024) | New Weekly Rate (2025) | Current Four-Week Payment (2024) | New Four-Week Payment (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Living (Standard) | £68.10 | £69.26 | £272.40 | £277.04 |
| Daily Living (Enhanced) | £101.75 | £103.48 | £407.00 | £413.92 |
| Mobility (Standard) | £26.90 | £27.35 | £107.60 | £109.40 |
| Mobility (Enhanced) | £71.00 | £72.21 | £284.00 | £288.84 |
Disability Living Allowance
DLA provides the same purpose as PIP, however it is only available to disabled children under the age of 16. For DLA recipients, there are two components: care and mobility. Below is a breakdown of the new rates for the DLA components:
| Component | Current Weekly Rate (2024) | New Weekly Rate (2025) | Current Four-Week Payment (2024) | New Four-Week Payment (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Care (Lowest) | £26.90 | £27.35 | £107.60 | £109.40 |
| Care (Middle) | £68.10 | £69.26 | £272.40 | £277.04 |
| Care (Highest) | £101.75 | £103.48 | £407.00 | £413.92 |
| Mobility (Lower) | £26.90 | £27.35 | £107.60 | £109.40 |
| Mobility (Higher) | £71.00 | £72.21 | £284.00 | £288.84 |
Attendance Allowance
| Rate | Current Weekly Rate (2024) | New Weekly Rate (2025) | Current Four-Week Payment (2024) | New Four-Week Payment (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Rate | £68.10 | £69.26 | £272.40 | £277.04 |
| Higher Rate | £101.75 | £103.48 | £407.00 | £413.92 |
Who Qualifies for Personal Independence Payment and DLA?
PIP is intended for anyone between the ages of 16 and the State Pension age who are facing difficulties due to a long-term health condition or disability.
- When applying, you must be at least 16 years old but not yet eligible for the State Pension.
- Have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability that limits your daily activities or movement.
- These issues have been present for at least three months and are expected to last at least nine more months.
- Pass an evaluation to determine the level of difficulties they have with daily duties (such as cooking, personal care, or medication management) and mobility (such as moving about or leaving the house).
DLA is mainly only offered to children under the age of 16 and individuals over the age of 65 who qualified prior to the introduction of PIP.
- The youngster must have a health condition or impairment that requires more care or supervision than other children their age or makes it difficult for them to move around.
- The condition must have lasted at least three months, with the expectation of continuing for at least six more months.
- The youngster must complete an assessment to determine the level of support required.
How to Apply for PIP and DLA Benefits?
The DWP offers numerous ways to apply for PIP. Potential candidates can learn more about the process by calling the DWP PIP claim line or visiting the government’s website. An initial screening determines eligibility, and if accepted, the individual may be invited to a face-to-face examination with a healthcare expert to better understand the scope of their needs.
To apply for DLA for children, parents or guardians can download the application forms online or request them by mail. It is critical to provide precise information about the child’s health status, including medical proof, to help assessors establish the appropriate amount of care.
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