Acumen Community Buildings
Acumen Community Buildings provides office accommodation, co-working space and support for social enterprises, community businesses, community groups and individuals who are creating social impact in the local community. It is runs a grade II* listed building, The Old Rectory, as a hub for place based social action in Houghton-le-Spring and the surrounding coalfields area of Sunderland.
Activities & Mission
Acumen Community Buildings provides office accommodation, co-working space and support for social enterprises, community businesses, community groups and individuals who are creating social impact in the local community. It is runs a grade II* listed building, The Old Rectory, as a hub for place based social action in Houghton-le-Spring and the surrounding coalfields area of Sunderland.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £119,038 | £128,630 | 0 / 37 | |||
| 2024 | £150,415 | £143,999 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2023 | £143,092 | £182,605 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £197,678 | £164,368 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2021 | £186,653 | £175,115 | 0 / 35 |
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Frequently asked questions about Acumen Community Buildings
What does Acumen Community Buildings do?
Acumen Community Buildings provides office accommodation, co-working space and support for social enterprises, community businesses, community groups and individuals who are creating social impact in the local community. It is runs a grade II* listed building, The Old Rectory, as a hub for place based social action in Houghton-le-Spring and the surrounding coalfields area of Sunderland.
How much income did Acumen Community Buildings report in 2025?
Acumen Community Buildings reported total income of £119k and reported expenditure of £129k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Acumen Community Buildings registered as a charity?
Acumen Community Buildings was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 April 2018 as charity number 1177852. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Acumen Community Buildings?
Acumen Community Buildings is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Katherine Margaret Welch OBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Acumen Community Buildings operate?
Acumen Community Buildings operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Acumen Community Buildings a registered charity?
Yes — Acumen Community Buildings is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177852.
Details
The Old Rectory
The Broadway
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Tyne And Wear
DH4 4BB
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