Aston Students' Union
Provide advancement of education of students at Aston University for the public benefit by;promoting the interests and welfare of students at Aston University during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising students;being the recognised representative channel between students and ASU social, cultural, sporting and recreational activites, forums, discussions, debate
Activities & Mission
Provide advancement of education of students at Aston University for the public benefit by;promoting the interests and welfare of students at Aston University during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising students;being the recognised representative channel between students and ASU social, cultural, sporting and recreational activites, forums, discussions, debate
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 90% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Education 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,742,013 | £4,216,435 | £4,216,435 | £413,137 | £122,907 | 68 / 1300 |
| 2023 | £3,288,028 | £3,584,821 | £3,584,821 | £887,559 | £621,210 | 57 / 1300 |
| 2022 | £3,536,856 | £3,135,433 | £3,135,433 | £1,184,352 | £953,800 | 61 / 1300 |
| 2021 | £2,478,418 | £2,240,933 | £2,240,933 | £782,929 | £575,672 | 80 / 1300 |
| 2020 | £2,883,549 | £2,736,558 | £2,736,558 | £545,444 | £386,219 | 56 / 1300 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Aston Students' Union
What does Aston Students' Union do?
Provide advancement of education of students at Aston University for the public benefit by;promoting the interests and welfare of students at Aston University during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising students;being the recognised representative channel between students and ASU social, cultural, sporting and recreational activites, forums, discussions, debate
How much income did Aston Students' Union report in 2024?
Aston Students' Union reported total income of £3.74m and reported expenditure of £4.22m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Aston Students' Union?
Aston Students' Union has a program ratio of 112.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Aston Students' Union registered as a charity?
Aston Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 May 2013 as charity number 1152067. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Aston Students' Union?
Aston Students' Union is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Denise Lesley Peach. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Aston Students' Union operate?
Aston Students' Union operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Aston Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Aston Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152067.
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