Benefits Calculator UK: Check What You're Entitled To (2026)
By the RightfulUK team • • 4 min read • Reviewed for accuracy
Billions of pounds in benefits go unclaimed every year in the UK. If you have a disability or health condition, you could be missing out on thousands of pounds.
A benefits check takes just a few minutes and could change your life.
Why You Should Check
£19 billion in benefits goes unclaimed every year in the UK. The most commonly unclaimed benefits for disabled people:
- PIP (Personal Independence Payment). Over 1 million eligible people haven't claimed - Attendance Allowance. Over 800,000 eligible pensioners haven't claimed - Carer's Allowance. Hundreds of thousands of carers miss out - Council Tax Reduction. Many disabled people don't know they can get a discount
The system is deliberately complicated. That's why so many people miss out.
Free Benefits Calculators
These free tools estimate what you could be entitled to:
Turn2us Benefits Calculator: Comprehensive calculator covering all UK benefits. Takes about 20 minutes. Available at turn2us.org.uk.
Entitledto: Another thorough calculator. Particularly good for working-age benefits. Available at entitledto.co.uk.
Policy in Practice: Used by many local councils. Check if your council offers a benefits check.
RightfulUK PIP Checker: Specifically for PIP eligibility. Takes 5 minutes and estimates your PIP points score.
All of these are completely free.
Benefits You Might Be Missing
If you have a disability or health condition: - PIP: Up to £184.30/week (not means-tested) - Universal Credit disability premium: Extra £416.19/month - Council Tax Reduction: Up to 100% discount - Free prescriptions (for certain conditions) - Blue Badge and Motability
If you're over State Pension age: - Attendance Allowance: Up to £108.55/week - Pension Credit: Tops up your income - Winter Fuel Payment - Cold Weather Payment
If someone cares for you: - Carer's Allowance: £81.90/week for your carer
Getting a Professional Benefits Check
If you want a human to check your entitlements:
Citizens Advice: Free benefits check, in person or by phone. Call 0800 144 8444.
Welfare Rights Services: Many local councils have free welfare rights teams. Ask your council.
Disability organisations: Scope, Disability Rights UK, and local disability charities often offer benefits checks.
Age UK: For older people. Call 0800 678 1602.
These are ALL free. Never pay for a benefits check.
What to Do After Your Check
Once you know what you're entitled to:
1. Claim PIP first: It unlocks many other benefits 2. Apply for everything you're eligible for: Don't cherry-pick 3. Keep records: Note claim dates and reference numbers 4. Get help with applications: Citizens Advice can help you fill in forms 5. Don't give up: If you're denied, appeal. Most appeals succeed.
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- PIP Denied? Here's Exactly What to Do Next (2026 Guide) — 4 min read
Related Tools & Guides
- Free PIP Eligibility Checker — estimate your likely points
- Mandatory Reconsideration Letter Builder — challenge the DWP decision
- Tribunal Preparation Tool — practice panel questions
- PIP Condition Guides — descriptors for your condition