Bucks Students' Union
The advancement of education of students at Buckinghamshire New University for the public benefit by: promoting the interests and welfare of students during their course of study, representing, supporting and advising students and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its students.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of education of students at Buckinghamshire New University for the public benefit by: promoting the interests and welfare of students during their course of study, representing, supporting and advising students and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its students.
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 82% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 48% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,832,254 | £3,011,610 | £2,968,070 | £357,287 | £208,473 | 49 / 982 |
| 2024 | £3,237,431 | £2,955,610 | £2,910,941 | £536,643 | £230,737 | 49 / 713 |
| 2023 | £2,724,262 | £2,614,477 | £2,568,922 | £254,822 | £118,723 | 44 / 408 |
| 2022 | £2,256,305 | £2,479,957 | £2,440,303 | £145,037 | £43,415 | 45 / 345 |
| 2021 | £1,987,498 | £1,833,377 | £1,833,377 | £368,689 | £78,276 | 39 / 245 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bucks Students' Union
What does Bucks Students' Union do?
The advancement of education of students at Buckinghamshire New University for the public benefit by: promoting the interests and welfare of students during their course of study, representing, supporting and advising students and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its students.
How much income did Bucks Students' Union report in 2025?
Bucks Students' Union reported total income of £2.83m and reported expenditure of £3.01m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bucks Students' Union?
Bucks Students' Union has a program ratio of 104.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bucks Students' Union registered as a charity?
Bucks Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 2011 as charity number 1144820. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Bucks Students' Union?
Bucks Students' Union is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bucks Students' Union operate?
Bucks Students' Union operates across 2 areas: Buckinghamshire and Hillingdon.
Is Bucks Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Bucks Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144820.
Details
Bucks New University
Queen Alexandra Road
HIGH WYCOMBE
Buckinghamshire
HP11 2JZ
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- 14 May 2026
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