Universal Credit for Single Parents with Childcare Costs
Estimate your Universal Credit payment when you're a single parent with childcare expenses. This calculator includes standard allowance, childcare deductions, housing costs, and the 55% taper rate.
| Calculation Element | Example Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Allowance | £216.55/week |
| Childcare Costs | £150/week (cap applies) |
| Work Allowance | £280/week |
| Taper Rate | 45p per £1 earned (55% kept) |
- Enter your gross income and childcare expenses
- Calculator applies single parent deductions automatically
- View detailed breakdown of taper calculations
- Export results to PDF for printing