Church Estate

Also known as: Vicar and Churchwardens of Rainham Kent

Specifically for the upkeep, repair & maintenance of St Margaret's Church Rainham and its churchyard.

Activities & Mission

Specifically for the upkeep, repair & maintenance of St Margaret's Church Rainham and its churchyard.

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

Medway

Financial Information

Latest Income

£17,206

Latest Expenditure

£16,189

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 94.1%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£17,206	£16,189	0 / 0
2023	£10,789	£40,145	0 / 0
2022	£11,281	£7,165	0 / 0
2021	£12,992	£18,795	0 / 0
2020	£13,817	£54,155	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Church Estate

What does Church Estate do?

Specifically for the upkeep, repair & maintenance of St Margaret's Church Rainham and its churchyard.

How much income did Church Estate report in 2024?

Church Estate reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Church Estate registered as a charity?

Church Estate was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 April 1969 as charity number 258275. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs Church Estate?

Church Estate is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Church Estate operate?

Church Estate operates in Medway, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Church Estate a registered charity?

Yes — Church Estate is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 258275.