DWP Confirms UK Disability Benefit Increase 2025 – Full List of New ESA, PIP, DLA, and Carer’s Allowance Payments Explained

From April 2025, millions of disabled people across the UK will see a boost in their benefits as part of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) annual uprating. This increase will affect Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA), and other key supports, offering much-needed relief amid rising living costs.

Why the Disability Benefit Rates Are Increasing

Every year, the UK Government reviews welfare payments to ensure they keep pace with inflation. The 2025 uprating is linked to the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), ensuring that benefit amounts rise in line with the cost of essentials like food, fuel, and housing.

While campaigners argue that the increases still don’t reflect real-life expenses faced by disabled people, the new rates are a step toward financial stability for those coping with long-term illness or health conditions.

New ESA (Employment and Support Allowance) Rates 2025

ESA provides income for people unable to work due to illness or disability. Depending on their situation, claimants are placed in either the Work-Related Activity Group or the Support Group.

From April 2025, the updated weekly ESA rates will be:

Category	2024 Rate	2025 Rate	Increase
Personal Allowance (Single, 25+)	£84.80	£91.75	+£6.95
Couple’s Allowance	£133.30	£144.20	+£10.90
Work-Related Activity Group	£32.45	£34.75	+£2.30
Support Group	£40.60	£44.50	+£3.90

Someone in the Support Group will now receive over £136 per week, compared with roughly £125 previously.

This increase helps ensure that people unable to work due to health conditions can manage rent, bills, and essential living costs more effectively.

New PIP (Personal Independence Payment) Rates 2025

PIP helps people with long-term health conditions or disabilities who face extra costs in daily living and mobility. The benefit has two components, each available at a standard or enhanced rate.

From April 2025, the new weekly PIP payment rates will be:

Component	2024 Rate	2025 Rate	Increase
Daily Living (Standard)	£68.10	£72.75	+£4.65
Daily Living (Enhanced)	£101.75	£108.60	+£6.85
Mobility (Standard)	£29.60	£31.95	+£2.35
Mobility (Enhanced)	£61.20	£63.90	+£2.70

A person receiving the enhanced rate for both components could now receive £172.50 per week, nearly £10 more than in 2024.

For many disabled individuals, this uplift provides a small but meaningful cushion against rising food, energy, and medical costs.

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Other Payments

Although PIP has largely replaced Disability Living Allowance, some claimants — particularly children under 16 — still receive DLA. The 2025 rates will be:

Component	Rate (Weekly)
Care (Highest Rate)	£108.60
Care (Middle Rate)	£72.75
Care (Lowest Rate)	£30.25
Mobility (Higher Rate)	£63.90
Mobility (Lower Rate)	£24.55

These increases ensure that families supporting disabled children or dependents can continue managing day-to-day expenses without falling behind financially.

Carer’s Allowance 2025

The Carer’s Allowance — for individuals spending at least 35 hours a week caring for someone on a qualifying disability benefit — will rise from £76.75 to £85.80 per week.

This represents an increase of £9.05 weekly, recognising the critical contribution of unpaid carers across the UK. However, advocacy groups still argue that this amount remains too low compared to the economic value of unpaid care work.

Who Benefits Most from the 2025 Disability Uplift

The biggest beneficiaries of the 2025 uprating are:

• PIP enhanced-rate claimants, who face the highest disability-related expenses.
• ESA Support Group members, who are unable to work due to severe conditions.
• Carers, who receive increased weekly recognition for their role.

These groups collectively account for millions of households who rely on disability-related benefits as their primary or supplementary income source.

How 2025 Increases Compare to Previous Years

The 2025 uprating follows a similar trend to 2024, when most disability benefits rose by around 6.7%. This year’s rise is slightly smaller, reflecting a moderate drop in inflation — but it still ranks among the largest adjustments in recent years.

Year	Average Benefit Increase	Inflation Basis
2023	10.1%	CPI 2022
2024	6.7%	CPI 2023
2025	~5%	CPI 2024

Despite these uplifts, many charities warn that costs of care, housing, and utilities continue to rise faster than benefit rates.

How to Check Your New Payment Amount

If you already receive ESA, PIP, or related benefits, you don’t need to reapply. The DWP will automatically adjust payments from April 2025, and you’ll receive a notification letter detailing your updated rate.

For new applicants, the new rates will apply immediately for claims approved after April 2025.

If your payment seems incorrect, you can contact the DWP helpline or use your online account to query the change.

Wider Financial Support Available for Disabled People

In addition to PIP, ESA, and DLA, claimants may be eligible for extra support depending on their income and circumstances:

• Universal Credit (Disability Element) – For those with limited capability for work.
• Housing Benefit / Housing Support – To help cover rent and accommodation costs.
• Council Tax Reduction Schemes – Based on income and disability status.
• Grants for home adaptations – Such as stairlifts or accessibility modifications via local councils.
• Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) – For essential home equipment or safety installations.

Regularly checking eligibility ensures that individuals and families do not miss out on support they’re entitled to.

Reaction from Disability Campaigners

While the 2025 uprating offers welcome relief, disability rights groups continue to push for deeper reforms. Organisations such as Scope and Disability Rights UK highlight persistent issues including:

• Lengthy and stressful assessments for PIP and ESA.
• High living costs exceeding benefit uplifts.
• Insufficient support for unpaid carers.
• Inadequate access to affordable social care and housing.

They are urging the government to introduce system-wide reforms that go beyond annual adjustments — ensuring disabled people can live with dignity and financial security.

Key Takeaways

• DWP disability benefits (ESA, PIP, DLA, Carer’s Allowance) will increase from April 2025.
• ESA rates rise to £91.75 for singles and £144.20 for couples.
• PIP enhanced total can reach £172.50 per week.
• Carer’s Allowance increases to £85.80 per week.
• Adjustments are automatic — no reapplication required.
• Inflation-based increases aim to offset rising living costs.

FAQs

Q1: When will the new disability benefit rates take effect?
A1: The updated ESA, PIP, DLA, and Carer’s Allowance rates will begin from April 2025, with payments adjusted automatically by the DWP.

Q2: Do I need to reapply to receive the new rates?
A2: No. Existing claimants will automatically receive the new payment amounts without submitting a new application.

Q3: How much will PIP recipients receive in 2025?
A3: The enhanced rate for both Daily Living and Mobility components will total £172.50 per week, up nearly £10 from 2024.

Q4: What about carers — how much will they get?
A4: The Carer’s Allowance will rise to £85.80 per week, recognising the vital unpaid work carers provide.

Q5: Will benefit increases match the rising cost of living?
A5: The increases are tied to CPI inflation, providing some relief, but campaigners say they still fall short of actual costs faced by disabled households.