Growing Together Northampton
Also known as: Blackthorn Good Neighbours, Blackthorn Good Neighbours Ltd
To promote the benefit of inhabitants of Blackthorn and the surrounding area.To support and assist the development of residents living in the neighbourhood and, as a resource for the whole community,to address some of the social problems on the estate through volunteering and local action.To establish and maintain two facilities at Blackthorn and to promote the facility as a hub for community
Activities & Mission
To promote the benefit of inhabitants of Blackthorn and the surrounding area.To support and assist the development of residents living in the neighbourhood and, as a resource for the whole community,to address some of the social problems on the estate through volunteering and local action.To establish and maintain two facilities at Blackthorn and to promote the facility as a hub for community
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 71% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Charity and VCS support 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 | £587,524 | £579,203 | £579,203 | £347,171 | £308,443 | 25 / 20 |
| 2024 | £490,109 | £521,056 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £488,525 | £526,736 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £463,859 | £519,632 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £698,551 | £610,047 | £610,047 | £463,781 | £264,854 | 22 / 11 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Growing Together Northampton
What does Growing Together Northampton do?
To promote the benefit of inhabitants of Blackthorn and the surrounding area.To support and assist the development of residents living in the neighbourhood and, as a resource for the whole community,to address some of the social problems on the estate through volunteering and local action.To establish and maintain two facilities at Blackthorn and to promote the facility as a hub for community
How much income did Growing Together Northampton report in 2025?
Growing Together Northampton reported total income of £588k and reported expenditure of £579k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Growing Together Northampton?
Growing Together Northampton has a program ratio of 98.6%, 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 £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Growing Together Northampton registered as a charity?
Growing Together Northampton was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 November 2004 as charity number 1107071. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Growing Together Northampton?
Growing Together Northampton is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Growing Together Northampton operate?
Growing Together Northampton operates in Northamptonshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Growing Together Northampton a registered charity?
Yes — Growing Together Northampton is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1107071.
Details
BLACKTHORN COMMUNITY CENTRE
LONGMEAD COURT
NORTHAMPTON
NN3 8QD
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Also Known As
- Blackthorn Good Neighbours
- Blackthorn Good Neighbours Ltd
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated