National Lottery £3.8m Lotto Draw Sep 20, 2025 – Numbers & Red Roses
Oct, 12 2025
On the 3,104th Lotto drawThe United Kingdom, The National Lottery revealed a £3.8 million jackpot that went untaken, but the night still delivered over 917,000 prize‑winning tickets.
What the numbers were
The machine humming in the studio spat out the six main balls in this order: 59, 16, 53, 36, 13, 30, followed by the bonus ball 22. When rearranged into the usual ascending format the official result reads:
- 13
- 16
- 30
- 36
- 53
- 59
- Bonus ball 22
That combination, drawn using Ball Set 3 and the Lotto 2 draw machine, was overseen by an independent adjudicator to guarantee transparency.
How the prize fund was split
Even without a jackpot winner, the total prize pool of £3,796,340 was spread across ten prize tiers. Here’s a quick snapshot:
- Match 5 + Bonus: 1 winner – £1,000,000
- Match 5: 38 winners – £1,750 each (£66,500 total)
- Match 4: 2,950 winners – £140 each (£413,000 total)
- Match 3: 77,228 winners – £30 each (£2,316,840 total)
- Match 2: 837,316 players – free ticket
The remaining categories (Match 1 and no‑match) didn’t generate cash prizes, but they kept the excitement humming for almost a million participants.
The technical side of the draw
Behind the scenes, the National Lottery’s draw room runs on a tight schedule. The Lotto 2 machine, equipped with a pneumatic‑air system, guarantees each ball has an equal chance of surfacing. Ball Set 3 – a fresh batch of numbered spheres – was introduced only a month earlier to minimise wear and tear.
After the balls were announced, the sequence was immediately uploaded to the official draw history page, where the numbers are archived alongside a video transcript. The YouTube clip posted at 0:01:45 confirms the order, saying, "the first number out is 59, 16, 53, 36, 13, 30 and the bonus ball is 22."
Across the pond: New York Numbers Draw
While Britons were glued to their screens, players in the United States were checking the New York Lottery results for the same day. The New York Numbers DrawNew York, USA featured two draws:
- Midday – numbers 5, 3, 1; 5,887 total winners split among Straight, Box, Front/Back Pair and Combination categories.
- Evening – numbers 6, 4, 4; 2,068 total winners with a similar breakdown.
Although the monetary stakes are smaller than the UK’s £3.8 million pot, the volume of winners mirrors the Lottery’s ethos of spreading small‑scale joy.
Good cause spotlight: Red Roses women’s sport
Saturday’s draw wasn’t just about numbers. As part of the Summer of Sport 2025 initiative, The National Lottery highlighted a "Good Cause story" – the rise of the Red Roses women’s sport team. The team, funded through lottery‑derived grants, has become a beacon for grassroots football in England, inspiring thousands of girls to lace up their boots.
"Our partnership with the National Lottery has turned a community dream into a tangible pathway for talent," said a spokesperson for the Red Roses during a brief interview after the draw. The story underscores how each £2 ticket can ripple outward, sparking social impact far beyond the instant thrill of a win.
Why this matters to players
For the average player, the headline‑grabbing £3.8 million figure can feel distant. Yet the data shows that >£2.3 million of that pot went to Match 3 winners – ordinary folks who each pocketed £30. In other words, the odds of walking away with something, even a small cash prize, remain relatively friendly.
The National Lottery also pushed its "Dream Big Play Small" campaign during the draw, reminding players to use the Healthy Play Toolkit – a set of tools for setting spend limits and taking breaks. With responsible‑gaming messages woven into the broadcast, the organisation hopes to balance excitement with safety.
What’s next on the Lotto calendar?
Looking ahead, the next draw is slated for Wednesday, September 24, 2025, featuring balls 03, 16, 23, 30, 38, 47 and a bonus 25, with a £5,029,330 jackpot on the table. The following Saturday, September 27, promises an even bigger pot – £7,075,979 – as the roll‑over builds.
Players keen on tracking the action can subscribe to the National Lottery’s email alerts or follow the live stream on the official website. As always, the rule of thumb remains: play for fun, not for profit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people won a cash prize in the September 20 Lotto draw?
A total of 917,533 participants received a prize across all tiers, including one £1 million winner in the Match 5 + Bonus category and 77,228 players who walked away with £30 each.
What does the "Good Cause story" about the Red Roses mean for lottery players?
It highlights how lottery revenue funds community projects. In the Red Roses case, the grant helped expand women’s football programs, showing that every ticket contributes to broader social benefits.
Can I play the Lotto if I’m not in the UK?
No. The National Lottery requires players to be 18 or older and physically present in the United Kingdom or the Isle of Man. Online accounts are also tied to a UK‑based address.
How does the New York Numbers Draw differ from the UK Lotto?
The New York draw uses three‑digit numbers and offers categories like Straight, Box and Pair, whereas the UK Lotto selects six balls plus a bonus from a pool of 59. Prize amounts are generally lower, but the New York draw tends to produce a higher total number of winners.
When is the next Lotto draw with a jackpot over £5 million?
The Saturday draw on 27 September 2025 is projected to reach £7,075,979, making it the next multi‑million‑pound jackpot on the horizon.