British Heart Foundation
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Bhf, The Heart Foundation
The BHF is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research in the UK. For over 60 years BHF has pioneered life-saving research that has helped halve the number of deaths from heart and circulatory disease in the UK. BHF also helps provide vital support and information for the 7.4m people living in the UK with heart and circulatory disease.
Activities & Mission
The BHF is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research in the UK. For over 60 years BHF has pioneered life-saving research that has helped halve the number of deaths from heart and circulatory disease in the UK. BHF also helps provide vital support and information for the 7.4m people living in the UK with heart and circulatory disease.
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 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £410,600,000 | £427,100,000 | £146,100,000 | £130,200,000 | £106,500,000 | 4545 / 20000 |
| 2024 | £398,900,000 | £416,700,000 | £156,200,000 | £138,300,000 | £117,200,000 | 4321 / 21000 |
| 2023 | £381,300,000 | £370,100,000 | £133,100,000 | £125,600,000 | £102,400,000 | 4191 / 13900 |
| 2022 | £351,700,000 | £297,300,000 | £87,700,000 | £117,700,000 | £100,200,000 | 4090 / 16500 |
| 2021 | £225,300,000 | £242,300,000 | £74,200,000 | £49,200,000 | £24,600,000 | 4229 / 18000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about British Heart Foundation
What does British Heart Foundation do?
The BHF is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research in the UK. For over 60 years BHF has pioneered life-saving research that has helped halve the number of deaths from heart and circulatory disease in the UK. BHF also helps provide vital support and information for the 7.4m people living in the UK with heart and circulatory disease.
How much income did British Heart Foundation report in 2025?
British Heart Foundation reported total income of £410.60m and reported expenditure of £427.10m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Heart Foundation?
British Heart Foundation has a program ratio of 35.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Heart Foundation registered as a charity?
British Heart Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 1963 as charity number 225971. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs British Heart Foundation?
British Heart Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Karen Frank. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Heart Foundation operate?
British Heart Foundation operates across 4 areas: Isle Of Man, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is British Heart Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — British Heart Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 225971.
Details
Greater London House (4th Floor)
180 Hampstead Road
London
NW1 7AW
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Also Known As
- Bhf
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated