Home-Start London

Home-Start is a national family support charity helping parents build better lives for their children by offering support, friendship and practical help. As an infrastructure and support organisation, Home-Start London facilitates the delivery of more varied and effective services to a large number of vulnerable families across the Capital, particularly in areas and pockets of extreme deprivation.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Region

London

Financial Information

Latest Income

£194,778

Latest Expenditure

£182,348

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 93.6%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£194,778	£182,348	0 / 0
2024	£188,953	£168,289	0 / 2
2023	£330,235	£288,449	0 / 2
2022	£330,533	£302,621	0 / 0
2021	£135,897	£106,691	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Home-Start London

What does Home-Start London do?

How much income did Home-Start London report in 2025?

Home-Start London reported total income of £195k and reported expenditure of £182k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Home-Start London registered as a charity?

Home-Start London was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 2015 as charity number 1161629. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Home-Start London?

Home-Start London is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Home-Start London operate?

Home-Start London operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Home-Start London a registered charity?

Yes — Home-Start London is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161629.