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What is life insurance?

Life insurance is a contractual agreement between the policyholder and the insurer, under which the policyholder pays regular monthly premiums in exchange for financial cover payable upon death.

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What is income protection?

This is a product that you can take out with life insurance that pays you a regular income (often 50-70% of your salary) in the event of being unable to work due to illness or injury. It can be used to support your lifestyle and financial obligations until you return to work or retire.

Do I need income protection?

If you're unable to work due to illness/injury, can you afford your monthly bills?

How long could your savings support you – 1 month, 3 months, 6 months+?

Does your employer provide sick pay – and for how long?

After that ends, could you live on £118.75 per week of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)?

Many people have life insurance to protect their family if they pass away – but no cover to protect their income while they’re still alive.

If the answer to these questions is “no”, Income Protection could be something worth considering.

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Only 14% of Brits have income protection, meaning 86% are at risk of struggling financially if they are unable to work due to illness or injury.

Source: Shepherds Friendly, 2024

37% of UK workers overestimate the cost of both income protection and life insurance policies, potentially leading many to overlook affordable coverage options.

Source: [The Exeter], 2023

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We offer a fee-free service, which means you don’t need to pay us anything and you’re not obligated to purchase a policy. You’re free to get the quote, take the time you need to decide, and walk away if it’s not for you.

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With our trusted expert partners, you can have some peace of mind knowing you’ve chosen the most suitable policy for you and you’re covered should something occur.

With life insurance and income protection , you gain peace of mind knowing your financial security is covered. One less thing to worry about when the unexpected happens.

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Common Questions

The cost of an income protection policy can be affected by many factors such as your age, height, weight, the amount of cover you choose, if you're employed in a high-risk job and if you smoke. It’s important to discuss with your insurer any factors that could affect your premiums.

Life insurance and income protection cover different risks. Life insurance pays a lump sum to your family if you die. Income protection pays you regular monthly income if you're off work due to illness or injury. Together, they protect both your family’s future and your present income.

If you have dependents, financial commitments, or rely on your income to maintain your lifestyle, this kind of cover can provide peace of mind. It’s especially helpful for families, homeowners, and anyone without sick pay or savings to fall back on.

Payouts are never guaranteed, however, 96.9% all claims did pay out in 2021, with the average policy payout in 2022 coming in at £73,578. The main reason payouts don’t occur is because essential information was omitted or false at the time of applying, so be sure to provide your insurer with all relevant details.

Pricing

Quoted rates may vary and are subject to individual status and medical underwriting. Correct as of 2nd February 2026.

Cover from £10 Per Month

†From £10 per month for up to £280,000 is an example based on the following pricing illustrations. £10 per month Life Insurance quoted rates are based on level term life cover for non-smokers with no pre-existing medical conditions or other high risk factors. Individual factors and medical underwriting will be assessed which may vary the premium and sum assured you are eligible for or may result in you being declined. Correct as on 2nd February 2026.

£289,847 over 20 years Aviva Logo

30 years old born in 1996

£173,440 over 20 years Aviva Logo

35 years old born in 1991

£123,428 over 15 years Aviva Logo

40 years old born in 1986

£81,616 over 15 years Aviva Logo

45 years old born in 1981

£59,917 over 10 years Aviva Logo

50 years old born in 1976

£34,029 over 10 years Aviva Logo

55 years old born in 1971

£18,089 over 10 years Aviva Logo

60 years old born in 1966

£11,689 over 10 years Aviva Logo

65 years old born in 1961

£7,068 over 10 years Aviva Logo

70 years old born in 1956

Cover from £5 Per Month

†From £5 per month for up to £90,000 is an example based on the following pricing illustrations. £5 per month Life Insurance quoted rates are based on level term life cover for non-smokers with no pre-existing medical conditions or other high risk factors. Individual factors and medical underwriting will be assessed which may vary the premium and sum assured you are eligible for or may result in you being declined. Correct as on 2nd February 2026.

£98,704 over 20 years Aviva Logo

30 years old born in 1996

£63,621 over 20 years Aviva Logo

35 years old born in 1991

£48,288 over 15 years Aviva Logo

40 years old born in 1986

£31,699 over 15 years Aviva Logo

45 years old born in 1981

£23,483 over 10 years Aviva Logo

50 years old born in 1976

£15,467 over 10 years Aviva Logo

55 years old born in 1971

£7,844 over 10 years Aviva Logo

60 years old born in 1966

£5,837 over 10 years Aviva Logo

65 years old born in 1961

£3,532 over 10 years Aviva Logo

70 years old born in 1956

From £8 Per Month

Whole of Life

±£8 per month quoted rates are based on whole of life cover for non-smokers with no pre-existing medical conditions or other high risk factors. Individual factors and medical underwriting will be assessed which may vary the premium and sum assured you are eligible for or may result in you being declined. Correct as on 2nd February 2026.

£5,599 sum assured Zurich Logo

30 year old born in 1996

£4,762 sum assured Zurich Logo

35 years old born in 1991

£4,047 sum assured Zurich Logo

40 years old born in 1986

£3,445 sum assured Zurich Logo

45 years old born in 1981

£3,230 sum assured Zurich Logo

50 years old born in 1976

£2,727 sum assured Zurich Logo

55 years old born in 1971

£2,221 sum assured Zurich Logo

60 years old born in 1966

£1,672 sum assured Zurich Logo

65 years old born in 1961

£1,277 sum assured Zurich Logo

70 years old born in 1956

From £10 Per Month

Critical Illness

Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover quoted rates are based on level term life cover for non-smokers with no pre-existing medical conditions or other high risk factors. Individual factors and medical underwriting will be assessed which may vary the premium and sum assured you are eligible for or may result in you being declined. Correct as on 2nd February 2026.

£30,327 over 20 years Aviva Logo

30 year old born in 1996

£21,237 over 20 years Aviva Logo

35 years old born in 1991

£17,335 over 15 years Aviva Logo

40 years old born in 1986

£12,920 over 15 years Aviva Logo

45 years old born in 1981

£10,125 over 10 years Aviva Logo

50 years old born in 1976

£7,287 over 10 years Aviva Logo

55 years old born in 1971

£6,469 over 10 years Aviva Logo

60 years old born in 1966

SSP rates are subject to change by the UK government.

Income Protection usually has a deferred period ( a waiting period before payments start).

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