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Reporting benefit fraud

It is estimated that £9.5 billion is lost through benefit fraud and error every year. If you think someone is getting benefits that they are not entitled to then please report it.

Report benefit fraud

If you would like to report any of the following: 

  • Housing Benefit
  • Universal Credit
  • ESA
  • Disability Benefits
  • Pension Credit
  • Any other Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit

You can do this on GOV.UK by clicking the button below.

Report council tax support fraud

If you would like to report council tax support benefit fraud please click on the button below.

Last updated: 03 July 2026
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