Hopestead
The objects of the CIO are to relieve people who are in need by reason of homelessness through the prevention, reduction or alleviation of homelessness and the causes of homelessness and by the creation of sustainable communities primarily in but not limited to the East of England by the making of grants, delivery of services to those in need, the creation of sustainable communities etc.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the CIO are to relieve people who are in need by reason of homelessness through the prevention, reduction or alleviation of homelessness and the causes of homelessness and by the creation of sustainable communities primarily in but not limited to the East of England by the making of grants, delivery of services to those in need, the creation of sustainable communities etc.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 50% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1072). How is this calculated?
Higher than 53% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Housing 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 | £1,714,577 | £1,619,042 | £1,602,451 | £605,202 | £486,737 | 3 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,535,788 | £1,297,008 | £1,273,927 | £509,667 | £509,667 | 3 / 10 |
| 2023 | £1,016,664 | £1,138,822 | £1,134,377 | £270,887 | £270,887 | 3 / 15 |
| 2022 | £656,918 | £530,455 | £526,220 | £393,065 | £40,000 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £389,976 | £123,374 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Hopestead
What does Hopestead do?
The objects of the CIO are to relieve people who are in need by reason of homelessness through the prevention, reduction or alleviation of homelessness and the causes of homelessness and by the creation of sustainable communities primarily in but not limited to the East of England by the making of grants, delivery of services to those in need, the creation of sustainable communities etc.
How much income did Hopestead report in 2025?
Hopestead reported total income of £1.71m and reported expenditure of £1.62m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Hopestead?
Hopestead has a program ratio of 93.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1072 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Hopestead registered as a charity?
Hopestead was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 July 2020 as charity number 1190324. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Hopestead?
Hopestead is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Cecilia Mary Tredget. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hopestead operate?
Hopestead operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Hopestead a registered charity?
Yes — Hopestead is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190324.
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NORWICH
NR1 1PD
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