Deaf Empowering Network
Also known as: Rare Rockets Ne Limited
A Charity to serve the purpose who are deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing and those with hearing loss, especially those resident in the geographical area comprising Co. Durham, Tees Valley and North Yorks, by promoting the social and health welfare interests of such persons through the provision of services, facilities, resources, support and items that protect and improve their conditions of life
Activities & Mission
A Charity to serve the purpose who are deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing and those with hearing loss, especially those resident in the geographical area comprising Co. Durham, Tees Valley and North Yorks, by promoting the social and health welfare interests of such persons through the provision of services, facilities, resources, support and items that protect and improve their conditions of life
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 64% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £959,878 | £820,072 | £820,072 | £373,958 | £205,000 | 26 / 0 |
| 2024 | £710,895 | £653,371 | £650,344 | £234,152 | £234,152 | 20 / 0 |
| 2023 | £737,364 | £581,891 | £581,891 | £176,628 | £176,628 | 14 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Deaf Empowering Network
What does Deaf Empowering Network do?
A Charity to serve the purpose who are deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing and those with hearing loss, especially those resident in the geographical area comprising Co. Durham, Tees Valley and North Yorks, by promoting the social and health welfare interests of such persons through the provision of services, facilities, resources, support and items that protect and improve their conditions of life
How much income did Deaf Empowering Network report in 2025?
Deaf Empowering Network reported total income of £960k and reported expenditure of £820k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Deaf Empowering Network?
Deaf Empowering Network has a program ratio of 85.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Deaf Empowering Network registered as a charity?
Deaf Empowering Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2022 as charity number 1198138. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Deaf Empowering Network?
Deaf Empowering Network 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 Deaf Empowering Network operate?
Deaf Empowering Network operates across 7 areas, including Darlington, Durham, Hartlepool and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Deaf Empowering Network a registered charity?
Yes — Deaf Empowering Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198138.
Details
The Work Place
Heighington Lane
Aycliffe Business Park
NEWTON AYCLIFFE
DL5 6AH
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Also Known As
- Rare Rockets Ne Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated