Carers UK
Also known as: Carers National Association, Carers' National Association, The National Council for the Single Women and Her Dependants Limited, Association of Carers, Carers Northern Ireland, Carers Scotland, Carers Wales, Cna, National Council for Carers and Their Elderly Dependants
To alleviate the conditions of life amongst people who are caring or who have cared for elderly, sick, disabled or otherwise infirm persons.To relieve and alleviate, and to promote, encourage and assist in the relief or alleviation of all kinds of mental and physical amongst carers and those persons for whom they are caring.To advance education concerning caring amongst carers and the public.
Activities & Mission
To alleviate the conditions of life amongst people who are caring or who have cared for elderly, sick, disabled or otherwise infirm persons.To relieve and alleviate, and to promote, encourage and assist in the relief or alleviation of all kinds of mental and physical amongst carers and those persons for whom they are caring.To advance education concerning caring amongst carers and the public.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% 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
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 | £4,778,986 | £4,804,437 | £4,287,944 | £3,944,370 | £2,107,966 | 69 / 500 |
| 2024 | £4,644,094 | £4,965,208 | £4,529,817 | £3,991,018 | £2,088,293 | 66 / 400 |
| 2023 | £4,960,069 | £4,991,711 | £4,464,125 | £4,264,016 | £1,348,790 | 73 / 500 |
| 2022 | £4,934,989 | £4,700,077 | £4,232,957 | £4,295,658 | £4,295,658 | 74 / 984 |
| 2021 | £4,486,715 | £4,036,247 | £3,683,761 | £4,038,230 | £1,673,850 | 66 / 900 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Carers UK
What does Carers UK do?
To alleviate the conditions of life amongst people who are caring or who have cared for elderly, sick, disabled or otherwise infirm persons.To relieve and alleviate, and to promote, encourage and assist in the relief or alleviation of all kinds of mental and physical amongst carers and those persons for whom they are caring.To advance education concerning caring amongst carers and the public.
How much income did Carers UK report in 2025?
Carers UK reported total income of £4.78m and reported expenditure of £4.80m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Carers UK?
Carers UK has a program ratio of 89.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Carers UK registered as a charity?
Carers UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 February 1966 as charity number 246329. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Carers UK?
Carers UK is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Carers UK operate?
Carers UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Carers UK a registered charity?
Yes — Carers UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 246329.
Details
20 GREAT DOVER STREET
LONDON
SE1 4LX
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Carers National Association
- Carers' National Association
- The National Council for the Single Women and Her Dependants Limited
- Association of Carers
- Carers Northern Ireland
- Carers Scotland
- Carers UK
- Carers Wales
- Cna
- National Council for Carers and Their Elderly Dependants
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated