National Oceanography Centre
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Noc
NOC is a marine science research and technology institution which undertakes integrated sea level science, coastal and deep ocean research and technology development. NOC contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge of the ocean and support education and training of scientists, engineers and marine professionals and engaging the public with the science of the ocean and its implications.
Activities & Mission
NOC is a marine science research and technology institution which undertakes integrated sea level science, coastal and deep ocean research and technology development. NOC contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge of the ocean and support education and training of scientists, engineers and marine professionals and engaging the public with the science of the ocean and its implications.
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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 59% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample: 98). How is this calculated?
Higher than 58% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 50% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £86,213,000 | £81,640,000 | £79,015,000 | £31,846,000 | £19,250,000 | 722 / 0 |
| 2023 | £85,401,000 | £85,202,000 | £82,574,000 | £27,273,000 | £17,649,000 | 673 / 0 |
| 2022 | £78,717,000 | £74,093,000 | £72,935,000 | £27,074,000 | £27,074,000 | 647 / 0 |
| 2021 | £67,141,000 | £66,760,000 | £66,318,000 | £23,734,000 | £23,734,000 | 638 / 0 |
| 2020 | £80,938,000 | £57,585,000 | £57,191,000 | £23,353,000 | £5,387,000 | 653 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about National Oceanography Centre
What does National Oceanography Centre do?
NOC is a marine science research and technology institution which undertakes integrated sea level science, coastal and deep ocean research and technology development. NOC contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge of the ocean and support education and training of scientists, engineers and marine professionals and engaging the public with the science of the ocean and its implications.
How much income did National Oceanography Centre report in 2024?
National Oceanography Centre reported total income of £86.21m and reported expenditure of £81.64m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is National Oceanography Centre?
National Oceanography Centre has a program ratio of 91.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 59% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample of 98 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was National Oceanography Centre registered as a charity?
National Oceanography Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 September 2019 as charity number 1185265. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs National Oceanography Centre?
National Oceanography Centre is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Jeremy Darroch. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does National Oceanography Centre operate?
National Oceanography Centre operates across 42 areas, including Antigua And Barbuda, Argentina, Austria and 39 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is National Oceanography Centre a registered charity?
Yes — National Oceanography Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185265.
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- 14 May 2026
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