Check your entitlement to benefits online

You could be missing out on benefits which you are entitled to claim. Use an online calculator to check that you are receiving your full benefit and Tax Credits entitlement.

If you are on a benefit that Universal Credit is replacing like Employment and Support Allowance, Housing Benefit or Tax Credits, you could consider if you may be better off on Universal Credit. But also be aware you may be worse off.  Some of these calculators can help you work that out. More details about Universal Credit

Visit this Government website for links to free online benefits calculators - to find out what benefits you may be entitled to and also how your benefits may be affected when starting work or in work.

Visit this website to calculate an estimate of how much Tax Credits you may be entitled to.

Visit this website to check your current entitlement to Housing Benefit

To get benefit advice in Newcastle, see our page Benefit advice services in Newcastle and benefit offices 

Are you struggling with money or affected by the cost of living crisis? See our Debt and money advice page for help and advice