PIP mobility component explained
The mobility component of PIP is for people who have difficulty getting around because of a health condition or disability. This page explains what counts and how it is assessed.
We explain the system. We do not advise on individual cases.
What the mobility component covers
The mobility component of PIP is about getting around. It looks at two activities: planning and following journeys (the mental and cognitive side of getting around) and moving around (the physical side, mainly how far a person can walk).
How it is scored
Each activity has descriptors worth points. The highest descriptor that applies on more than half of days is chosen, and the two activities are added together. 8 points gives the standard rate and 12 points gives the enhanced rate. See the PIP mobility points table for the exact descriptors.
Walking distance and “reliably”
For the moving around activity, distance matters — but so does whether a person can do it reliably: safely, repeatedly, and in a reasonable time, without unacceptable pain or needing to stop. Being able to walk a distance once does not mean a person can do it reliably throughout the day.
Next steps
- See the mobility points table.
- Read about PIP daily living.
- Learn how PIP links to the Motability scheme and Blue Badge.
- Official source: GOV.UK — PIP.
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