Community Security Trust
Also known as: Cst
CST seeks to protect Britain's diverse and vibrant Jewish community from the external threats of bigotry, antisemitism and terrorism. CST provides physical security, training and advice for the protection of British Jews, assists victims of antisemitism, monitors antisemitic activities and incidents and represents British Jewry to Police, Government and media on antisemitism and security.
Activities & Mission
CST seeks to protect Britain's diverse and vibrant Jewish community from the external threats of bigotry, antisemitism and terrorism. CST provides physical security, training and advice for the protection of British Jews, assists victims of antisemitism, monitors antisemitic activities and incidents and represents British Jewry to Police, Government and media on antisemitism and security.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 62% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 183). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — The Strawberry Charitable Trust (organisation 3973343)
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — The Moss Family Charitable Trust (organisation 327529)
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Group Relations Educational Trust (organisation 275284)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £28,207,171 | £28,756,057 | £27,535,838 | £28,096,355 | £27,032,685 | 108 / 2000 |
| 2023 | £28,497,320 | £26,063,217 | £25,071,291 | £26,330,521 | £24,862,103 | 101 / 2000 |
| 2022 | £22,252,185 | £21,074,980 | £20,442,841 | £22,822,179 | £10,161,054 | 96 / 2000 |
| 2021 | £23,533,547 | £21,889,073 | £21,306,665 | £22,563,648 | £9,546,302 | 93 / 1700 |
| 2020 | £11,313,954 | £11,847,712 | £11,601,302 | £19,293,793 | £18,883,504 | 93 / 2000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Community Security Trust
What does Community Security Trust do?
CST seeks to protect Britain's diverse and vibrant Jewish community from the external threats of bigotry, antisemitism and terrorism. CST provides physical security, training and advice for the protection of British Jews, assists victims of antisemitism, monitors antisemitic activities and incidents and represents British Jewry to Police, Government and media on antisemitism and security.
How much income did Community Security Trust report in 2024?
Community Security Trust reported total income of £28.21m and reported expenditure of £28.76m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community Security Trust?
Community Security Trust has a program ratio of 97.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 62% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 183 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community Security Trust registered as a charity?
Community Security Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 1994 as charity number 1042391. It has been registered for 32 years.
Where does Community Security Trust operate?
Community Security Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Community Security Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Community Security Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1042391.
Details
SHIELD HOUSE
HARMONY WAY
LONDON
NW4 2BZ
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- 14 May 2026
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