It was a great month for 63 lucky winners in Cheshire, who scooped up a combined prize total of £640,000 for high-value prizes only.
New research from CS2 Experts CSDB.gg analysed the latest data from National Savings and Investment (NS&I) after the winners of the December Premium Bonds prize draw were announced.
One lucky Cheshire resident had a big win of £100,000, while another won £50,000, six won £25,000, and 13 won £10,000.
Of the 63 winners from Cheshire, the average holding amount of Premium Bonds was £39,748.
At the national level, there were 1,393 winners of high-value prizes for the month of December.
The luckiest region, based on winnings per £1,000 in holdings, was Merseyside, where winners received £1,545,000 with only £1,679,301 in holdings – £920 for every £1,000 held.
Speaking on the findings, Corey Sims, of CSDB.gg, said: “With many people heading into the new year worried about finances, investing in Premium Bonds has alleviated these concerns for many families across the nation.
“Not only do they provide a unique opportunity for people to increase their savings without risking their initial investment, but also the chance to win large jackpots which can be life-changing.”
How to see if you’ve won on Premium Bonds
Prize draws are conducted every month and see prizes up to £1,000,000 given away.
To find out if you have ever won a Premium Bonds prize, you will need to dig out your holder’s information and head over to the prize checker.
You will need your holder’s number, which you can find on your bond record, or in the app.
You can also use your NS&I number, which you should be able to find on any communication about your bonds.
You can check your account via the NS&I website.