Bht Sussex
Also known as: Bht, Brighton Housing Trust, B H T
BHT's Mission, delivered through its services, is aimed at combating homelessness, creating opportunities and promoting change. Since the 1960s BHT has developed a range of services to meet the needs of homeless, insecurely housed and vulnerable men and women. Our services aim to tackle both the causes and effects of homelessness and poverty.
Activities & Mission
BHT's Mission, delivered through its services, is aimed at combating homelessness, creating opportunities and promoting change. Since the 1960s BHT has developed a range of services to meet the needs of homeless, insecurely housed and vulnerable men and women. Our services aim to tackle both the causes and effects of homelessness and poverty.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 78% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample: 120). How is this calculated?
Higher than 74% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% of UK Housing charities with income over £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 | £18,528,667 | £18,065,498 | £18,042,638 | £11,344,784 | £0 | 309 / 29 |
| 2024 | £17,841,235 | £17,620,031 | £17,597,815 | £11,700,263 | £1,100,000 | 301 / 23 |
| 2023 | £16,943,224 | £16,848,427 | £16,831,363 | £11,479,061 | £1,100,000 | 292 / 29 |
| 2022 | £14,976,407 | £14,628,100 | £14,617,651 | £11,384,262 | £11,384,262 | 270 / 15 |
| 2021 | £13,754,070 | £13,374,751 | £13,342,069 | £11,035,954 | £11,035,954 | 234 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bht Sussex
What does Bht Sussex do?
BHT's Mission, delivered through its services, is aimed at combating homelessness, creating opportunities and promoting change. Since the 1960s BHT has developed a range of services to meet the needs of homeless, insecurely housed and vulnerable men and women. Our services aim to tackle both the causes and effects of homelessness and poverty.
How much income did Bht Sussex report in 2025?
Bht Sussex reported total income of £18.53m and reported expenditure of £18.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bht Sussex?
Bht Sussex has a program ratio of 99.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Housing charities with income over £10M (sample of 120 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bht Sussex registered as a charity?
Bht Sussex was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 July 1982 as charity number 284839. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs Bht Sussex?
Bht Sussex is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bht Sussex operate?
Bht Sussex operates across 3 areas: Brighton And Hove, East Sussex and West Sussex.
Is Bht Sussex a registered charity?
Yes — Bht Sussex is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 284839.
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Other notable Housing charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Bht
- Brighton Housing Trust
- B H T
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated