How much is PIP per week?

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help with extra costs if you have a long-term health condition or disability.

It’s paid by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and is intended to assist with daily living and mobility needs.

What is PIP?

PIP is divided into two components, including:

Daily Living Component: This covers additional costs related to everyday tasks like preparing food, washing, dressing, or communicating.
Mobility Component: This covers extra costs associated with getting around, such as planning journeys or following a route.

Each component has two rates: standard and enhanced.

The rate you receive depends on the severity of your condition and the impact it has on your daily life.

The standard rate for the daily living component is currently £72.65 per week.

This is paid to individuals who require help or supervision with some or most daily living activities.

The standard rate for the mobility component is £28.70 per week.

This is paid to people who can plan and follow a journey but need help with some physical aspects of moving around.

The enhanced rate for the daily living component is £108.55 per week.

This is awarded to individuals who need frequent help or supervision throughout the day with daily living activities.

The enhanced rate for the mobility component is £75.75 per week.

This is paid to people who cannot plan or follow a journey without another person accompanying them.

The maximum amount of PIP you can receive per week is £184.30.

This is if you qualify for the enhanced rate for both the daily living and mobility components.

However, it’s important to remember that this is the highest possible amount and most people will receive less.

The amount of PIP you receive is determined by a comprehensive assessment.

A healthcare professional will assess your needs and capabilities in relation to daily living and mobility.

The assessment will consider factors such as:

Based on the assessment, the DWP will decide which rate, standard or enhanced, you qualify for in each component.

Yes, you can claim PIP even if you work. PIP is based on your needs, not your income.

However, your earnings might affect other benefits you claim.

PIP is usually paid every four weeks.

A PIP assessment can take up to an hour.

It’s important to be as honest and open as possible during the assessment so that the assessor can fully understand your needs.

If you disagree with the decision about your PIP claim, you can appeal.

You have one month to request a Mandatory Reconsideration of the decision.

If you’re still unhappy after the reconsideration, you can appeal to a tribunal.