Health Data Research UK
Also known as: Hdr UK
The national institute for health data for England, Wales, Scotland and N Ireland. We develop and apply cutting-edge data science approaches to clinical, biological, genomic and other multi-dimensional health data to address the most pressing health research challenges facing the public. Our mission is to unite, improve and use the UK's health data to enable discoveries that improve people's lives
Activities & Mission
The national institute for health data for England, Wales, Scotland and N Ireland. We develop and apply cutting-edge data science approaches to clinical, biological, genomic and other multi-dimensional health data to address the most pressing health research challenges facing the public. Our mission is to unite, improve and use the UK's health data to enable discoveries that improve people's lives
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 95% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample: 98). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £14,883,097 | £25,910,763 | £25,910,763 | £68,709,235 | £45,727,792 | 121 / 197 |
| 2024 | £11,241,477 | £17,556,768 | £17,556,768 | £79,736,993 | £55,696,323 | 97 / 100 |
| 2023 | £85,623,563 | £31,551,341 | £31,551,341 | £86,052,670 | £73,663,679 | 87 / 357 |
| 2022 | £64,651,670 | £32,899,737 | £32,899,737 | £31,980,447 | £20,000,230 | 74 / 64 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Health Data Research UK
What does Health Data Research UK do?
The national institute for health data for England, Wales, Scotland and N Ireland. We develop and apply cutting-edge data science approaches to clinical, biological, genomic and other multi-dimensional health data to address the most pressing health research challenges facing the public. Our mission is to unite, improve and use the UK's health data to enable discoveries that improve people's lives
How much income did Health Data Research UK report in 2025?
Health Data Research UK reported total income of £14.88m and reported expenditure of £25.91m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Health Data Research UK?
Health Data Research UK has a program ratio of 174.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample of 98 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Health Data Research UK registered as a charity?
Health Data Research UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 2021 as charity number 1194431. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Health Data Research UK?
Health Data Research UK is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dame Julie Moore. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Health Data Research UK operate?
Health Data Research UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Health Data Research UK a registered charity?
Yes — Health Data Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194431.
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