Over 80 pension
Further information
Effect on other benefits
The over 80 pension counts as taxable income, so it may affect other benefits you’re getting.
You must include the over 80 pension as income if you’re claiming other income related benefits.
If your circumstances change
You must tell the Pension Service if your circumstances change. For example, if you change address or bank details.
If you need more information
You can call the Pension Service if you have more questions about the over 80 pension.
Pension Service
Telephone: 0800 731 0469
Textphone: 0800 731 0464
Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 then 0800 731 0469
British Sign Language (BSL) video relay service if you’re on a computer - find out how to use the service on mobile or tablet
Welsh language: 0800 731 0453
Welsh language textphone: 0800 731 0456
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (except public holidays)
Find out about call charges
If you cannot call or you live abroad, there are different ways to contact the Pension Service.