Age UK Dorchester LTD
Also known as: Age UK Dorchester, Age UK North South and West Dorset
The core purpose of Age UK Dorchester is to support older people to live in their own homes for as long as they want and ensure that the voices of older people in North, South and West Dorset are collectively and individually heard and responded to. We offer a range of services including homesupport, handyperson, information and advice, befriending, social activities and dementia therapy.
Activities & Mission
The core purpose of Age UK Dorchester is to support older people to live in their own homes for as long as they want and ensure that the voices of older people in North, South and West Dorset are collectively and individually heard and responded to. We offer a range of services including homesupport, handyperson, information and advice, befriending, social activities and dementia therapy.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 93% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 80% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £487,638 | £719,373 | 0 / 160 | |||
| 2024 | £654,643 | £804,233 | £804,042 | £672,083 | £557,172 | 43 / 160 |
| 2023 | £672,805 | £883,373 | £845,229 | £802,422 | £166,097 | 52 / 150 |
| 2022 | £772,371 | £1,159,180 | £862,330 | £1,012,713 | £752,642 | 87 / 192 |
| 2021 | £879,227 | £956,242 | £703,160 | £1,361,162 | £206,266 | 82 / 280 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Age UK Dorchester LTD
What does Age UK Dorchester LTD do?
The core purpose of Age UK Dorchester is to support older people to live in their own homes for as long as they want and ensure that the voices of older people in North, South and West Dorset are collectively and individually heard and responded to. We offer a range of services including homesupport, handyperson, information and advice, befriending, social activities and dementia therapy.
How much income did Age UK Dorchester LTD report in 2025?
Age UK Dorchester LTD reported total income of £488k and reported expenditure of £719k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Age UK Dorchester LTD?
Age UK Dorchester LTD has a program ratio of 122.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Age UK Dorchester LTD registered as a charity?
Age UK Dorchester LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 June 2011 as charity number 1142519. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Age UK Dorchester LTD?
Age UK Dorchester LTD is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is MATT SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Age UK Dorchester LTD operate?
Age UK Dorchester LTD operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Age UK Dorchester LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Age UK Dorchester LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142519.
Details
Units 1 and 2
5 Crown Square
DORCHESTER
DT1 3EN
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Also Known As
- Age UK Dorchester
- Age UK North South and West Dorset
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated