So, what is the cold weather payment? It's a lifeline during the chilliest times of the year. If the average temperature in your area drops to zero degrees Celsius or below for seven consecutive days, or is forecast to do so, you could be eligible for this payment.
But who qualifies for this winter warmer? If you receive any of the following: Pension Credit, Income Support, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Universal Credit, or Support for Mortgage Interest, you could be in luck. You must also live in an area which has experienced seven days of freezing temperatures.
If you're eligible, there's no need to brave the cold to claim it. The payment should automatically arrive within 14 days of the cold period, in the same bank account your benefit payments are received.
Now, let's get to the heart of the matter: which Sussex postcodes are currently eligible? Here's the list:
- BN5 - Henfield, West Sussex
- BN6 - Clayton, West Sussex
- BN44 - Steyning, West Sussex
- RH10 - Crawley, West Sussex
- RH11 - Crawley, West Sussex
- RH12 - Horsham, West Sussex
- RH13 - Southwater, West Sussex
- RH14 - Wisborough Green, West Sussex
- RH15 - Burgess Hill, West Sussex
- RH16 - Haywards Heath, West Sussex
- RH17 - Cuckfield Rural, West Sussex
- RH18 - Forest Row, East Sussex
- RH19 - East Grinstead, West Sussex
- RH20 - Storrington, West Sussex
- TN5 - Wadhurst, East Sussex
- TN6 - Crowborough, East Sussex
- TN7 - Hartfield, East Sussex
- TN19 - Burwash, East Sussex
- TN20 - Mayfield, East Sussex
- TN22 - Uckfield, East Sussex
We at Burnett's are always here to keep you informed and help you make the most of your local area. Whether it's understanding local benefits or finding the perfect property, we're your go-to source for all things Sussex. Stay warm out there, and remember, we're just a call away if you need us.
