Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth

The advancement of the Roman Catholic religion in the Diocese of Portsmouth through its parishes, schools and other works.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of the Roman Catholic religion in the Diocese of Portsmouth through its parishes, schools and other works.

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Country

Cameroon Guernsey Jersey Kenya Philippines

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£18,166,991

Latest Expenditure

£17,672,307

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 97.1%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 99.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 0.8%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £15,594,657

Charitable Activities £46,759

Other Trading £1,080,330

Investments £1,445,245

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £17,644,623

Raising Funds £27,684

Governance £110,093

Grants to Institutions £188,219

Other Expenditure £0

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	£18,166,991	£17,672,307	£17,644,623	£105,390,512	£94,057,002	192 / 5000
2024	£21,854,729	£18,066,830	£17,519,380	£99,382,527	£87,736,181	218 / 5000
2023	£99,749,573	£13,921,299	£12,061,438	£85,828,274	£74,404,426	217 / 5000

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth

What does Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth do?

The advancement of the Roman Catholic religion in the Diocese of Portsmouth through its parishes, schools and other works.

How much income did Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth report in 2025?

Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth reported total income of £18.17m and reported expenditure of £17.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth registered as a charity?

Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 2022 as charity number 1199568. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth?

Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth operate?

Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth operates across 6 areas, including Cameroon, Guernsey, Jersey and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth a registered charity?

Yes — Catholic Diocese Of Portsmouth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199568.