Community Of St Mary At The Cross
The aim of the charity is to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the doctrines and principles of the Church of England and to carry out the social mission of the Church through the support of charitable work for the relief of poverty, through the maintenance of religious community of women organised in accordance with the rule of St. Benedict and dedicated to the St. Mary at the Cross.
Activities & Mission
The aim of the charity is to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the doctrines and principles of the Church of England and to carry out the social mission of the Church through the support of charitable work for the relief of poverty, through the maintenance of religious community of women organised in accordance with the rule of St. Benedict and dedicated to the St. Mary at the Cross.
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 92% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Religion 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 | £2,668,858 | £3,165,875 | £3,133,152 | £15,530,225 | £1,781 | 52 / 2 |
| 2024 | £2,797,123 | £3,541,047 | £3,508,695 | £16,185,383 | £185,394 | 48 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,315,479 | £2,904,036 | £2,849,897 | £16,057,080 | £412,098 | 51 / 1 |
| 2022 | £2,363,004 | £2,722,001 | £2,664,282 | £16,686,261 | £477,120 | 51 / 2 |
| 2021 | £2,237,144 | £2,463,290 | £2,411,432 | £18,086,561 | £427,743 | 47 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Community Of St Mary At The Cross
What does Community Of St Mary At The Cross do?
The aim of the charity is to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the doctrines and principles of the Church of England and to carry out the social mission of the Church through the support of charitable work for the relief of poverty, through the maintenance of religious community of women organised in accordance with the rule of St. Benedict and dedicated to the St. Mary at the Cross.
How much income did Community Of St Mary At The Cross report in 2025?
Community Of St Mary At The Cross reported total income of £2.67m and reported expenditure of £3.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community Of St Mary At The Cross?
Community Of St Mary At The Cross has a program ratio of 117.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community Of St Mary At The Cross registered as a charity?
Community Of St Mary At The Cross was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 209261. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Community Of St Mary At The Cross?
Community Of St Mary At The Cross is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAME MARY THERESE ZELENT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community Of St Mary At The Cross operate?
Community Of St Mary At The Cross operates in Barnet, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Community Of St Mary At The Cross a registered charity?
Yes — Community Of St Mary At The Cross is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 209261.
Details
94A Priory Field Drive
EDGWARE
Middlesex
HA8 9PU
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