BenefitsCheck UK is a free, independent tool that helps working parents find out which benefits they may be entitled to. It was built because most existing benefits calculators are long, complicated, and designed for everyone — not specifically for people in work with children.
Our checker covers 7 key benefits that working families most commonly miss: Universal Credit, Child Benefit, Free School Meals, Tax-Free Childcare, Free Childcare Hours, Healthy Start Vouchers, and Council Tax Reduction.
All calculations use 2026/27 DWP and HMRC rates. Results are estimates only — your actual entitlement is determined by DWP and HMRC based on a full assessment.
Nothing you enter is stored, tracked, or shared. All calculations happen entirely in your browser.
This tool provides estimates only and is not financial advice. Always verify your entitlement on GOV.UK or with Citizens Advice before making any claim decisions.
Rates last verified: April 2026