City Life Church Southampton
Also known as: Clear City Life Education and Action for Refugees, Edith's Home
We are a friendly and vibrant church, passionate about hearing and responding to Jesus in order to make his love known. We are actively involved in the local community, the city and internationally, working in partnership wherever possible for the benefit of all, especially the vulnerable and disadvantaged.
Activities & Mission
We are a friendly and vibrant church, passionate about hearing and responding to Jesus in order to make his love known. We are actively involved in the local community, the city and internationally, working in partnership wherever possible for the benefit of all, especially the vulnerable and disadvantaged.
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 49% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 44% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,196,413 | £1,135,202 | £1,119,788 | £672,138 | £422,782 | 25 / 255 |
| 2023 | £1,344,744 | £1,516,763 | £1,459,963 | £610,927 | £392,886 | 17 / 253 |
| 2022 | £1,566,685 | £1,363,958 | £1,288,370 | £782,946 | £782,946 | 16 / 197 |
| 2021 | £1,111,060 | £1,002,951 | £946,690 | £580,219 | £346,421 | 16 / 136 |
| 2020 | £996,000 | £1,008,746 | £970,488 | £528,371 | £528,371 | 17 / 311 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about City Life Church Southampton
What does City Life Church Southampton do?
We are a friendly and vibrant church, passionate about hearing and responding to Jesus in order to make his love known. We are actively involved in the local community, the city and internationally, working in partnership wherever possible for the benefit of all, especially the vulnerable and disadvantaged.
How much income did City Life Church Southampton report in 2024?
City Life Church Southampton reported total income of £1.20m and reported expenditure of £1.14m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is City Life Church Southampton?
City Life Church Southampton has a program ratio of 93.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was City Life Church Southampton registered as a charity?
City Life Church Southampton was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 November 2003 as charity number 1100602. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs City Life Church Southampton?
City Life Church Southampton is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does City Life Church Southampton operate?
City Life Church Southampton operates across 3 areas: India, Thailand and Southampton City.
Is City Life Church Southampton a registered charity?
Yes — City Life Church Southampton is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1100602.
Details
Aldermoor Road
SOUTHAMPTON
SO16 5NN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Clear City Life Education and Action for Refugees
- Edith's Home
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated