Non-dependants

A non-dependant is a person over 18 years of age who normally lives with you, such as an adult son or daughter, or parent. We may reduce your weekly benefit if you have a non-dependant living in the property with you. The level of deductions are set each year by the Government and will depend on the non-dependant's age, circumstances and income. The most recent rates are shown in the Additional Resources box below.

Are there any exceptions?
Yes. There is no deduction for non-dependants if either you or your partner are;

registered blind,
receiving Attendance Allowance, or
receiving the care component of Disability Living Allowance.

Additionally there is no deduction if your non-dependant is:

under 18
under 25 and receives Income Support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance or income-related Employment and Support Allowance
receiving Pension Credit
a full time student or student nurse, or
on Worked Based Training for Young People (formerly Youth Training).

If you have any questions on non-dependants or other people living with you, please contact us.