Neca
Also known as: North East Council on Addictions, N E C a
We actively promote the prevention, recognition and treatment associated to use and misuse of substances including alcohol, drugs and gambling. We advance Education, promote Social Inclusion and Community Capacity and provide relief from disadvantage, preserving and protecting Health and Wellbeing.
Activities & Mission
We actively promote the prevention, recognition and treatment associated to use and misuse of substances including alcohol, drugs and gambling. We advance Education, promote Social Inclusion and Community Capacity and provide relief from disadvantage, preserving and protecting Health and Wellbeing.
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 69% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 58% of UK Health 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 | £1,790,032 | £1,750,790 | £1,750,790 | £6,740,408 | £6,646,894 | 46 / 14 |
| 2024 | £1,752,834 | £1,783,052 | £1,783,052 | £6,701,166 | £6,580,989 | 39 / 14 |
| 2023 | £1,202,283 | £1,297,600 | £1,297,600 | £7,599,538 | £7,497,713 | 32 / 14 |
| 2022 | £1,147,991 | £1,248,738 | £1,248,738 | £7,694,855 | £7,618,179 | 32 / 7 |
| 2021 | £1,574,750 | £1,621,697 | £1,621,697 | £6,183,602 | £6,074,557 | 46 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Neca
What does Neca do?
We actively promote the prevention, recognition and treatment associated to use and misuse of substances including alcohol, drugs and gambling. We advance Education, promote Social Inclusion and Community Capacity and provide relief from disadvantage, preserving and protecting Health and Wellbeing.
How much income did Neca report in 2025?
Neca reported total income of £1.79m and reported expenditure of £1.75m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Neca?
Neca has a program ratio of 97.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Neca registered as a charity?
Neca was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 1985 as charity number 516516. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs Neca?
Neca is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is NORMAN RICHARDSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Neca operate?
Neca operates across 10 areas, including Durham, Gateshead, Leeds City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Neca a registered charity?
Yes — Neca is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 516516.
Details
DERWENT POINT
CLASPER WAY
SWALWELL
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE16 3BE
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Also Known As
- North East Council on Addictions
- N E C a
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated