The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has officially confirmed eight metabolic conditions that qualify individuals for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) at a weekly rate of £114. The latest DWP statistics reveal that 4,578 claimants receive PIP due to obesity, making it the most common metabolic condition among beneficiaries.
Full List of Qualifying Metabolic Conditions
As of January 2026, the DWP data shows the following conditions and their claimant numbers:
- Obesity: 4,578 claimants
- Metabolic diseases – Other / type not known: 701 claimants
- Inborn errors of metabolism – Other / type not known: 239 claimants
- Amyloidosis: 163 claimants
- Hyperlipidaemia: 158 claimants
- Amino acid metabolism – disorders of: 89 claimants
- Porphyria: 54 claimants
- Carbohydrate metabolism – disorders of: 14 claimants
The total number of claimants for metabolic conditions stands at 6,005.
Understanding PIP Payments
Personal Independence Payment is a disability benefit designed to support individuals with long-term physical or mental health conditions, disabilities, or learning difficulties. It helps with the extra costs of daily living and mobility needs.
PIP is divided into two components:
- Daily living component: Standard rate £76.55 per week; enhanced rate £114.80 per week.
- Mobility component: Standard rate £30.20 per week; enhanced rate £80.10 per week.
Claimants who qualify for the enhanced daily living rate and a portion of mobility support could receive up to £187 per week, or £748 per month.
Award Reviews and Duration
The DWP PIP Handbook states that decisions are based on how a condition affects a claimant's daily life and ability to live independently. Award lengths vary according to individual circumstances. The DWP also notes that most awards are reviewed regularly to ensure appropriate support levels.
