Leeds Beckett Students' Union
Also known as: Leeds Met Students' Union
We represent 26,000 students to the University; the local community and nationally. We provide safe social and cultural spaces for our members by running venues and an events hall. We also provide a free and independent Advice Service for students and we provide opportunities for participation and development through volunteering, societies and work opportunities.
Activities & Mission
We represent 26,000 students to the University; the local community and nationally. We provide safe social and cultural spaces for our members by running venues and an events hall. We also provide a free and independent Advice Service for students and we provide opportunities for participation and development through volunteering, societies and work opportunities.
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 11% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Education 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 | £2,275,124 | £2,195,172 | £1,464,025 | -£2,010,236 | £307,455 | 81 / 100 |
| 2024 | £2,269,068 | £2,372,670 | £1,680,822 | -£2,090,187 | £355,514 | 80 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,422,331 | £2,518,049 | £1,485,883 | -£1,986,585 | £505,000 | 81 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,159,871 | £2,121,903 | £1,361,834 | -£1,890,867 | £674,000 | 42 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,924,474 | £1,678,330 | £1,297,678 | -£1,928,835 | £735,000 | 53 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Leeds Beckett Students' Union
What does Leeds Beckett Students' Union do?
We represent 26,000 students to the University; the local community and nationally. We provide safe social and cultural spaces for our members by running venues and an events hall. We also provide a free and independent Advice Service for students and we provide opportunities for participation and development through volunteering, societies and work opportunities.
How much income did Leeds Beckett Students' Union report in 2025?
Leeds Beckett Students' Union reported total income of £2.28m and reported expenditure of £2.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Leeds Beckett Students' Union?
Leeds Beckett Students' Union has a program ratio of 64.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Leeds Beckett Students' Union registered as a charity?
Leeds Beckett Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 2010 as charity number 1139314. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Leeds Beckett Students' Union?
Leeds Beckett Students' Union is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leeds Beckett Students' Union operate?
Leeds Beckett Students' Union operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Leeds Beckett Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Leeds Beckett Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139314.
Details
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Also Known As
- Leeds Met Students' Union
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated