Harpenden Mencap
Also known as: Harpenden Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults, Harpenden Mencap Society
Harpenden Mencap was first formed in 1959 as a parental support group. The organisation has expanded over the years and now provides services for adults with learning disabilities including residential care, supported living, domiciliary care, employment support and social activities.
Activities & Mission
Harpenden Mencap was first formed in 1959 as a parental support group. The organisation has expanded over the years and now provides services for adults with learning disabilities including residential care, supported living, domiciliary care, employment support and social activities.
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 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £2,890,859 | £2,701,847 | £2,691,847 | £2,940,484 | £2,940,484 | 51 / 15 |
| 2024 | £2,463,387 | £2,506,066 | £2,499,702 | £2,751,472 | £2,693,880 | 53 / 5 |
| 2023 | £2,510,055 | £2,699,807 | £2,592,711 | £2,794,151 | £259,080 | 61 / 5 |
| 2022 | £2,770,013 | £2,433,831 | £2,335,529 | £2,983,903 | £524,641 | 61 / 11 |
| 2021 | £2,330,755 | £2,261,426 | £2,203,336 | £2,647,721 | £235,424 | 61 / 17 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Harpenden Mencap
What does Harpenden Mencap do?
Harpenden Mencap was first formed in 1959 as a parental support group. The organisation has expanded over the years and now provides services for adults with learning disabilities including residential care, supported living, domiciliary care, employment support and social activities.
How much income did Harpenden Mencap report in 2025?
Harpenden Mencap reported total income of £2.89m and reported expenditure of £2.70m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Harpenden Mencap?
Harpenden Mencap has a program ratio of 93.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Harpenden Mencap registered as a charity?
Harpenden Mencap was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 1994 as charity number 1035252. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs Harpenden Mencap?
Harpenden Mencap is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Taylor. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Harpenden Mencap operate?
Harpenden Mencap operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Harpenden Mencap a registered charity?
Yes — Harpenden Mencap is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1035252.
Details
Thrales End Farm Business Centre
Thrales End Lane
HARPENDEN
Hertfordshire
AL5 3NS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Harpenden Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults
- Harpenden Mencap Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated