Children across the UK have enjoyed significant increases in their weekly pocket money during 2025, with the average payment rising at more than double the rate of inflation, according to new financial data.
Substantial Pay Rises for Young Savers
Figures from the money app and debit card provider GoHenry show that the average weekly pocket money for children now stands at £10.73. This marks a substantial increase of approximately 8% from the 2024 average of £9.92 per week.
This growth comfortably outpaces the official inflation rate. The Office for National Statistics reported that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation slowed to 3.2% in November 2025, down from 3.6% in October.
The analysis, which examined thousands of anonymised accounts between 1st January and 1st November 2025, also revealed a slight gender disparity. On average, girls receive £10.81 weekly, while boys get slightly less at £10.63.
Regional Variations and Top-Earning Chores
Not all parts of the country shared in the pocket money boom. The figures highlight considerable regional differences. In a surprising shift, children in London saw their average weekly payment decrease from £12.80 in 2024 to £10.31 this year.
Conversely, youngsters in the South East experienced a dramatic rise, with weekly sums jumping from £9.87 to £14.30. The Midlands also saw bumper increases, with the West Midlands average rising from £8.24 to £11.00.
The data provides a fascinating insight into how children are earning their money. While tidying the bedroom was the most common chore, netting an average of £1.12, it was not the most lucrative.
The highest-paying task was looking after plants, which earned young gardeners £1.91 on average. This was followed by 'being good' (£1.46) and practising a musical instrument (£1.44).
Saving, Spending, and Generous Habits
The research also tracked how children manage their finances. Food stores and supermarkets were the most popular spending destinations for kids in 2025. When it comes to saving, the most common goal was putting money aside for a holiday, with electronics and birthday savings following closely behind.
Parents and relatives are also investing in children's long-term futures. The average monthly contribution to a GoHenry Junior Isa was £28.56 for boys and £27.85 for girls. Savers in the South East were the most generous, contributing £39 monthly on average, while in Wales the average was £20.67.
Perhaps most heartening is the charitable spirit shown by young users. Between January and November 2025, GoHenry savers made microdonations totalling £88,000 to the children's charity NSPCC directly through the app.
Louise Hill, co-founder and COO of GoHenry, commented on the findings: "It’s fantastic to see kids not just getting a pocket money boost, but also discovering the real value of earning, saving and giving back. These small but powerful financial habits are building a lifetime of money confidence as well as a strong sense of community."
The data underscores a year where children's financial education took a positive step forward, with earning power increasing significantly and positive money management habits being firmly established.
