Ability Housing Association
The provision, by construction or conversion, and the management of housing and support services for people with disabilities and others in housing need
Activities & Mission
The provision, by construction or conversion, and the management of housing and support services for people with disabilities and others in housing need
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 54% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample: 312). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 55% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £10,759,000 | £10,066,000 | £10,066,000 | £17,648,000 | £17,648,000 | 135 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,107,000 | £10,029,000 | £10,029,000 | £17,288,000 | £17,288,000 | 136 / 0 |
| 2022 | £9,676,000 | £9,648,000 | £9,648,000 | £17,542,000 | £17,542,000 | 154 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,571,000 | £10,212,000 | £10,212,000 | £17,640,000 | £17,640,000 | 179 / 0 |
| 2020 | £11,003,000 | £10,553,000 | £10,553,000 | £17,281,000 | £17,281,000 | 189 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ability Housing Association
What does Ability Housing Association do?
The provision, by construction or conversion, and the management of housing and support services for people with disabilities and others in housing need
How much income did Ability Housing Association report in 2024?
Ability Housing Association reported total income of £10.76m and reported expenditure of £10.07m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ability Housing Association?
Ability Housing Association has a program ratio of 93.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample of 312 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ability Housing Association registered as a charity?
Ability Housing Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 June 1976 as charity number 271547. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs Ability Housing Association?
Ability Housing Association is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Amanda Dunstan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ability Housing Association operate?
Ability Housing Association operates across 10 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Dorset, Hampshire and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Ability Housing Association a registered charity?
Yes — Ability Housing Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271547.
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