British Deaf Association
Also known as: Bda, Bda Northern Ireland, Bda Scotland, Bda Wales
BDA currently provides various services: (1) Deaf Children, Youth and Families; (2) Deaf Community Advocacy; (3) Deaf Community Development and Empowerment; (4) Deaf Heritage Films; (5) Deaf International; (6) Media, Communications and Membership; (7) Policy, Research and Campaigns; and (8) British Sign Language. Community offices based in London, Belfast, Cardiff, Derby and Glasgow.
Activities & Mission
BDA currently provides various services: (1) Deaf Children, Youth and Families; (2) Deaf Community Advocacy; (3) Deaf Community Development and Empowerment; (4) Deaf Heritage Films; (5) Deaf International; (6) Media, Communications and Membership; (7) Policy, Research and Campaigns; and (8) British Sign Language. Community offices based in London, Belfast, Cardiff, Derby and Glasgow.
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 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% 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
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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 | £2,477,672 | £2,173,573 | £2,026,006 | £3,597,719 | £1,982,408 | 24 / 8 |
| 2024 | £2,538,437 | £1,411,960 | £1,300,724 | £3,293,620 | £1,479,745 | 23 / 8 |
| 2023 | £1,531,952 | £1,095,194 | £1,055,415 | £2,167,143 | £995,856 | 25 / 56 |
| 2022 | £1,505,388 | £744,018 | £733,575 | £1,730,385 | £548,034 | 36 / 56 |
| 2021 | £1,325,038 | £1,017,396 | £972,301 | £969,015 | £159,595 | 50 / 67 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about British Deaf Association
What does British Deaf Association do?
BDA currently provides various services: (1) Deaf Children, Youth and Families; (2) Deaf Community Advocacy; (3) Deaf Community Development and Empowerment; (4) Deaf Heritage Films; (5) Deaf International; (6) Media, Communications and Membership; (7) Policy, Research and Campaigns; and (8) British Sign Language. Community offices based in London, Belfast, Cardiff, Derby and Glasgow.
How much income did British Deaf Association report in 2025?
British Deaf Association reported total income of £2.48m and reported expenditure of £2.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Deaf Association?
British Deaf Association has a program ratio of 81.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Deaf Association registered as a charity?
British Deaf Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 January 1994 as charity number 1031687. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs British Deaf Association?
British Deaf Association 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 British Deaf Association operate?
British Deaf Association operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is British Deaf Association a registered charity?
Yes — British Deaf Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1031687.
Details
258 GREEN LANES
LONDON
N4 2HE
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Also Known As
- Bda
- Bda Northern Ireland
- Bda Scotland
- Bda Wales
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated