Aquarius Action Projects
Also known as: Aquarius
Aquarius works with individuals, families, carers and professionals around issues of alcohol misuse, drug misuse, gambling and other behavioural problems. We have services across the Midlands and the northern Home Counties. Our skilled practitioners and support workers offer education, training, outreach, home visits, one to one & group work.
Activities & Mission
Aquarius works with individuals, families, carers and professionals around issues of alcohol misuse, drug misuse, gambling and other behavioural problems. We have services across the Midlands and the northern Home Counties. Our skilled practitioners and support workers offer education, training, outreach, home visits, one to one & group work.
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 47% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 55% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £8,574,194 | £8,039,484 | £7,963,704 | £6,416,825 | £3,958,566 | 204 / 35 |
| 2024 | £6,407,404 | £5,800,602 | £5,711,040 | £5,882,115 | £3,965,181 | 163 / 31 |
| 2023 | £6,283,463 | £5,336,081 | £5,290,794 | £5,275,313 | £4,180,859 | 153 / 19 |
| 2022 | £5,705,928 | £5,128,291 | £5,077,201 | £4,327,931 | £3,533,255 | 145 / 24 |
| 2021 | £5,655,866 | £5,229,156 | £5,221,737 | £3,750,294 | £2,972,594 | 148 / 38 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Aquarius Action Projects
What does Aquarius Action Projects do?
Aquarius works with individuals, families, carers and professionals around issues of alcohol misuse, drug misuse, gambling and other behavioural problems. We have services across the Midlands and the northern Home Counties. Our skilled practitioners and support workers offer education, training, outreach, home visits, one to one & group work.
How much income did Aquarius Action Projects report in 2025?
Aquarius Action Projects reported total income of £8.57m and reported expenditure of £8.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Aquarius Action Projects?
Aquarius Action Projects has a program ratio of 92.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 47% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Aquarius Action Projects registered as a charity?
Aquarius Action Projects was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 September 1992 as charity number 1014305. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs Aquarius Action Projects?
Aquarius Action Projects is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Aquarius Action Projects operate?
Aquarius Action Projects operates across 9 areas, including Bedford, Birmingham City, Buckinghamshire and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Aquarius Action Projects a registered charity?
Yes — Aquarius Action Projects is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1014305.
Details
236 Bristol Road
BIRMINGHAM
B5 7SL
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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