Audioactive
AudioActive advances the professional, educational and personal and social development of children and young people of all backgrounds living in the South East of England in particular by providing opportunities for participation in music and creative arts, and by creating high quality music-making opportunities.
Activities & Mission
AudioActive advances the professional, educational and personal and social development of children and young people of all backgrounds living in the South East of England in particular by providing opportunities for participation in music and creative arts, and by creating high quality music-making opportunities.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% 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
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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 | £1,364,691 | £1,201,349 | £1,172,385 | £688,277 | £188,000 | 13 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,103,774 | £951,009 | £924,168 | £524,935 | £277,950 | 12 / 0 |
| 2023 | £803,911 | £888,375 | £862,346 | £372,170 | £290,602 | 11 / 0 |
| 2022 | £793,835 | £624,822 | £603,093 | £456,634 | £180,087 | 9 / 0 |
| 2021 | £653,436 | £474,092 | £443,150 | £287,621 | £176,927 | 9 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Audioactive
What does Audioactive do?
AudioActive advances the professional, educational and personal and social development of children and young people of all backgrounds living in the South East of England in particular by providing opportunities for participation in music and creative arts, and by creating high quality music-making opportunities.
How much income did Audioactive report in 2025?
Audioactive reported total income of £1.36m and reported expenditure of £1.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Audioactive?
Audioactive has a program ratio of 85.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Audioactive registered as a charity?
Audioactive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 August 2016 as charity number 1168749. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Audioactive?
Audioactive is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Audioactive operate?
Audioactive operates across 6 areas, including Brighton And Hove, East Sussex, Kent and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Audioactive a registered charity?
Yes — Audioactive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168749.
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