What does the Personal Injury Compensation Calculator do?

Estimate personal injury compensation based on Judicial College Guidelines for common injury types. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.

Are court fees accurate?

This calculator uses the current UK court fee schedule. Fees are set by the Ministry of Justice and are reviewed periodically. Check GOV.UK for the very latest fee amounts.

Do I need a solicitor?

Whether you need a solicitor depends on the complexity of your case. For straightforward matters you may be able to represent yourself, but for significant legal issues professional advice is recommended.

Personal Injury Compensation Calculator

Estimate personal injury compensation based on Judicial College Guidelines for common injury types.

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Judicial College — Guidelines for general damages

Injury Type

Severity

Special Damages (financial losses)

Lost Earnings

Medical Costs

Travel / Other Costs

Estimated Compensation Range

£500.00 – £2,500.00

General Damages (pain & suffering)

£500.00 – £2,500.00

Special Damages (financial)

£0.00

Based on Judicial College Guidelines. Actual amounts vary by individual circumstances. Most personal injury claims are settled out of court. No win, no fee solicitors typically take 25% of the award.

Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or tax advice. All calculations are performed locally in your browser — no personal data is collected or sent to our servers. Rates and thresholds are sourced from HMRC and GOV.UK and are updated for the current tax year. Always verify results with HMRC or consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

How It Works

Personal injury compensation in England and Wales has two parts: general damages (for pain, suffering and loss of amenity) and special damages (for financial losses like lost earnings, medical costs and travel expenses). General damages are assessed using the Judicial College Guidelines, which set bracket amounts for each injury type.

Common injury brackets include: minor whiplash (up to 2 years' duration) £2,000–£8,000, moderate back injury £14,000–£30,000, simple fracture of a limb £7,000–£14,000, and serious head injury £50,000–£300,000+. The exact amount within a bracket depends on severity, recovery time and long-term impact.

This calculator provides indicative compensation ranges based on the Judicial College Guidelines. It does not account for contributory negligence (where your own actions contributed to the injury), which can reduce the award. Always seek legal advice for a proper valuation.

Example: Moderate whiplash lasting 12 months

Injury type: Neck — moderate whiplash
General damages range: £4,500–£8,000
Lost earnings (3 months off work at £2,500/month): £7,500
Medical expenses (physiotherapy): £600
Total estimated claim: £12,600–£16,100

Source: Judicial College — Guidelines for general damages

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Personal Injury Compensation Calculator do?: Estimate personal injury compensation based on Judicial College Guidelines for common injury types. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.
Are court fees accurate?: This calculator uses the current UK court fee schedule. Fees are set by the Ministry of Justice and are reviewed periodically. Check GOV.UK for the very latest fee amounts.
Do I need a solicitor?: Whether you need a solicitor depends on the complexity of your case. For straightforward matters you may be able to represent yourself, but for significant legal issues professional advice is recommended.