How much can you get?
The assessment phase
During the assessment phase you are paid a “basic allowance”. This is set at a similar level to that of Jobseeker’s Allowance. If you are aged under 25 you will receive a reduced rate of this basic allowance.
The reduction for under 25s does not apply once they have completed the assessment period .
After the assessment phase you may receive one of two additional payments depending on whether you are placed in the work-related activity group or the Support Group.
If you are on contribution-related ESA you will get: | |
Under 25 | £56.80 |
Age 25 and over | £71.70 |
If you are on income-based ESA you may get up to: | |
Single and under 25 | £56.80 |
Single and age 25 and over | £71.70 |
Lone parents age 18 and over | £71.70 |
Couples age 18 and over | £112.55 |
Work Related Activity Group
If you are placed in the Work-Related Activity Group you will receive a work-related activity component of £28.45.
Support Group
If you are placed in the Support Group you will receive a support component of £34.80. If you are terminally ill this component will be paid to you during the assessment phase.