Guide: How to plan for a 100-year life

The number of people celebrating their100th birthday in the UK is on the rise. As life expectancy continues toincrease, it is more important than ever to plan financially for a 100-yearlife.

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), there were 16,600 centenariansin 2024 – double the number in 2004 (21 October 2025).

Among those marking the milestone thisyear is the renowned natural historian Sir David Attenborough. The broadcasterturned 100 on 8 May, and he continues to share his passion for nature with theworld.

Attenborough shows that entering laterlife doesn’t have to mean taking a step back. You could still embrace newexperiences and create a life you love.

However, planning for a 100-year lifeoften raises important questions about how to arrange your finances to securethe life you want, including how to ensure you have “enough” and whatstrategies are appropriate for you.

This guide explores some of the stepsyou might take to plan for a 100-year life.

Download your copy here: How to plan for a 100-year life

If you have any questions aboutplanning for your later years, please get in touch.

Please note: This guide is for generalinformation only and does not constitute advice. The information is aimed atindividuals only.

All information is correct at the timeof writing (April 2026) and is subject to change in the future.