Hiim on universal credit my husband is my career, we have had our payment this month , the rates have gone up , and our rent is paid to the housing association, which has gone up , I know the payment goes down to cover the rent increase, but im very confused because we are now receiving less money,

£311

This will be paid by 8pm on 23 May 2026

What you're entitled to

Standard allowance

£666.97

You get a standard amount each month. You said you're in a couple

Housing

£526.11

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You said per month the total rent for your property is £526.11.

We can pay your landlord £526.11 towards your housing.

Carer

£209.34

You said that  is caring for someone.

Limited capability for work and work-related activity (LCWRA)

£429.80

You said your health affects you at work or prevents you from working

Find out more about payments for health conditions or disabilities

Transitional protection

£11.76

Your transitional protection payments have decreased.

This is because your Universal Credit entitlement has increased.

Total entitlement before deductions

£1,843.98

What we take off (deductions)

Other benefits

We take money off your payment

As this is an average of other benefits that you're continuing to claim

Employment and Support Allowanceminus‑ £632.23

Carer's Allowanceminus‑ £374.62

Money, payment o your landlord

minus‑ £526.11

We currently pay this to your landlord towards your rent.

Total deductions

minus‑ £1,532.96

Your total payment for this month is

£311.02