June's Premium Bonds Millionaires: A Stockport and Edinburgh Double Win!
It's official – the June 2025 Premium Bonds draw has made two new millionaires! One lucky winner from Stockport and another from Edinburgh are celebrating life-changing wins, each scooping a cool £1 million. And honestly, it's got me wondering – what would I do with a million pounds?
Meet the Millionaires (Well, Sort Of...)
While NS&I keeps the identities of their jackpot winners private – and quite right too, I’d want my privacy after such a win – we do know a few things. The Stockport winner's £5,000 bond, number 408VD714629, was purchased back in November 2005. They had a total of £50,000 invested in Premium Bonds – talk about a lucky break! Their win also marks only the second £1 million jackpot for Stockport.
Our Edinburgh winner, equally lucky, purchased their winning £5,000 bond (number 352AC359547) in February 2019. They also held a total of £50,000 in Premium Bonds. This makes them the fourth Edinburgh resident to win the £1 million prize since 2017. Amazing!
Beyond the Jackpots: A Shower of Prizes!
But it wasn't just the millionaires taking home the loot this month. Over 5.9 million prizes were awarded, totaling over £416 million! That’s a lot of happy savers. Here's a quick breakdown of the other big wins:
- £100,000: 82 winners
- £50,000: 163 winners
- £25,000: 328 winners
- £10,000: 818 winners
- And many, many more winning smaller amounts!
It really goes to show that even a small investment in Premium Bonds can lead to a significant windfall. It’s the lottery of savings, you know?
Don't Forget Your Bonds! Seriously!
NS&I revealed that a staggering £92 million in Premium Bonds prizes remain unclaimed! This often happens because people forget their bond numbers or simply haven’t checked their accounts in a while. Given the cost of living crisis, that money could really make a difference for someone.
There’s also a £50,000 limit on holdings, so if you've won prizes pushing you over this limit, NS&I can reclaim the excess. It's a good idea to consolidate all your bonds and update your prize claim method if you're approaching that limit. You can use NS&I’s tracing service if you've lost track of your bonds.
How to Check if You're a Winner
Curious if you've struck gold? Checking your Premium Bonds is easy! You can use the NS&I website, the handy app, or even ask Alexa. Just remember your holder's number (or NS&I number for the app).
Conclusion: A Chance to Dream Big
The June 2025 Premium Bonds draw is a reminder that sometimes, a little bit of luck can change your life. Even if you didn't win this time, remember – every £1 bond has a chance in the next draw. Check your bonds today and maybe, just maybe, you'll be the next millionaire!
