Money · Entitlement check
Benefit Entitlement Check
Check which common unclaimed benefits you may be eligible for: council tax reduction, universal credit, free childcare hours, and pension credit.
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What this means
This instrument starts blank so it does not judge a made-up example before you have entered your own situation.
Formula used
Entitlement check = employment status + income level + household composition + savings + disability flags.
Worked example
A part-time worker with two young children, paying council tax, earning £350/week with savings under £6,000, would likely qualify for Universal Credit, council tax reduction, and free childcare.
Common questions
Why do people miss benefits they are entitled to?
Many assume they earn too much, do not know the benefit exists, find the process complex, or feel stigma about claiming. All of these lead to unclaimed entitlement.
What should I do after getting a result?
For any flagged benefit, go to gov.uk and use the official eligibility checker. Citizens Advice can also help you make the claim if you find it complex.
Plain-English summary
Fill in the questions on the left to generate a verdict card.
This section translates the result into a short, direct takeaway rather than leaving the page at a bare number.
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