Turning 35 during UC assessment period

Hi,

Does anyone know if i turn 35 during (in the middle) of the Universal Credit monthly assessment period, can I get a higher rate of housing support this month? I am currently getting shared rate because i'm 34, but turning 35 now. I have managed to cover my rent from my savings (the housing element doesn't cover it fully), but this month I don't have enough left. So if i get the lower shared accommodation rent I will be short on rent.

I live in a studio flat.

Does anyone have experience on how to navigate this and is it possible to get the higher rate straight after I turn 35 of do I have to wait for the next month?

Thank you in advance!

Posted Apr 5, 2026, 3:14 PM UTC

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