Kidney Research UK
Also known as: National Kidney Research Fund Limited, The National Kidney Research Fund, Kidney Research
To fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases. To improve treatments for people with kidney diseases and enhance their quality of life and to increase awareness of kidney health.
Activities & Mission
To fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases. To improve treatments for people with kidney diseases and enhance their quality of life and to increase awareness of kidney health.
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 56% of UK Saving of lives charities with income over £10M (sample: 57). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Saving of lives charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Saving of lives charities with income over £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 | £14,487,009 | £16,036,978 | £12,466,300 | £12,440,037 | £2,711,456 | 94 / 445 |
| 2024 | £13,561,301 | £14,398,297 | £11,475,500 | £13,576,249 | £2,524,621 | 85 / 278 |
| 2023 | £14,490,766 | £14,596,993 | £11,615,587 | £13,756,550 | £2,496,000 | 72 / 320 |
| 2022 | £12,773,000 | £9,613,000 | £7,437,000 | £13,863,000 | £3,208,000 | 56 / 352 |
| 2021 | £6,951,000 | £5,876,000 | £4,093,000 | £9,960,000 | £4,476,000 | 60 / 385 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Kidney Research UK
What does Kidney Research UK do?
To fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases. To improve treatments for people with kidney diseases and enhance their quality of life and to increase awareness of kidney health.
How much income did Kidney Research UK report in 2025?
Kidney Research UK reported total income of £14.49m and reported expenditure of £16.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Kidney Research UK?
Kidney Research UK has a program ratio of 86.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Saving of lives charities with income over £10M (sample of 57 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Kidney Research UK registered as a charity?
Kidney Research UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 1967 as charity number 252892. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Kidney Research UK?
Kidney Research UK is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Kidney Research UK operate?
Kidney Research UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Kidney Research UK a registered charity?
Yes — Kidney Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 252892.
Details
Stuart House
City Road
PETERBOROUGH
PE1 1QF
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- National Kidney Research Fund Limited
- The National Kidney Research Fund
- Kidney Research
- Kidney Research UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated