Durham Community Action Limited
Also known as: Community Service for Durham County Limited, Durham Rural Community Council Limited, The Council of Social Service for Durham County Limited, Durham Rural Community Council
Our main areas of activity are the provision of advice and support services for the voluntary and community sector; outreach work with community groups and individuals; assistance and advice services for volunteers; health and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged and/or isolated people; assistance for local communities in developing initiatives that help to sustain their communities.
Activities & Mission
Our main areas of activity are the provision of advice and support services for the voluntary and community sector; outreach work with community groups and individuals; assistance and advice services for volunteers; health and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged and/or isolated people; assistance for local communities in developing initiatives that help to sustain their communities.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 71% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 122). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 59% of UK Charity and VCS support 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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,141,155 | £1,134,983 | £1,134,983 | £796,244 | £509,179 | 20 / 0 |
| 2025 | £1,046,445 | £1,152,645 | £1,152,645 | £790,072 | £477,902 | 19 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,261,962 | £957,813 | £957,813 | £896,272 | £468,694 | 16 / 0 |
| 2023 | £847,431 | £936,197 | £936,197 | £592,123 | £463,088 | 16 / 0 |
| 2022 | £888,087 | £667,528 | £667,528 | £680,889 | £437,968 | 16 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Durham Community Action Limited
What does Durham Community Action Limited do?
Our main areas of activity are the provision of advice and support services for the voluntary and community sector; outreach work with community groups and individuals; assistance and advice services for volunteers; health and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged and/or isolated people; assistance for local communities in developing initiatives that help to sustain their communities.
How much income did Durham Community Action Limited report in 2026?
Durham Community Action Limited reported total income of £1.14m and reported expenditure of £1.13m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Durham Community Action Limited?
Durham Community Action Limited has a program ratio of 99.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 71% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 122 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Durham Community Action Limited registered as a charity?
Durham Community Action Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 1964 as charity number 229119. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Durham Community Action Limited?
Durham Community Action Limited is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is JANICE MARGARET WORTERS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Durham Community Action Limited operate?
Durham Community Action Limited operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Durham Community Action Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Durham Community Action Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229119.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Community Service for Durham County Limited
- Durham Rural Community Council Limited
- The Council of Social Service for Durham County Limited
- Durham Rural Community Council
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated