£4,200 Pension Credit Boost for UK Women — Check Before It's Too Late

A special support scheme from the UK government could help over 760,000 retired women, especially those born in the 1950s. This help, called the Pension Credit Boost, can provide up to £4,200 a year in support, not as a one-time payment, but through a mix of benefits that save money on bills, healthcare, and more.

What Is the £4,200 Pension Credit Boost?

The £4,200 figure is the total yearly value of different benefits that come along with receiving Pension Credit. Even if you get just £1 a week, you could unlock many other money-saving perks.

It is especially helpful for WASPI women (those affected by the state pension age rising from 60 to 66 without enough notice). Many of these women were not ready for the change and were left struggling financially.

Overview

Topic	Details
Total Value	Up to £4,200 a year
Who It’s For	Low-income pensioners, mainly women born in the 1950s
Age Requirement	Must be over 66
Application Options	Online, Phone, or Post
Other Benefits Included	Help with bills, healthcare, council tax

Eligibility Criteria

Although it’s aimed at women born in the 1950s, any low-income pensioner might qualify.

Basic Rules:

You must live in the UK
Be over State Pension age (currently 66)
Have a low income
- Under £220/week if single
- Under £320/week if a couple
If you have savings over £10,000, you can still apply—your eligibility will be checked based on how much you have.

Claimable Benefits

Getting Pension Credit gives access to several other benefits. These are some of the things you may receive:

Benefit	Value/Support
Pension Credit top-up	Weekly income increase (varies)
Free TV licence (if 75+)	Worth around £159 per year
Winter Fuel Payment	£250 to £600 per year
Cold Weather Payment	£25 per week during cold spells
Council Tax Reduction	Up to 100% off council tax
Free NHS dental & prescriptions	Saves money on medical needs
Warm Home Discount	About £150 off energy bills