Newcastle University Students' Union
Also known as: The Union Society
For students at Newcastle University: providing sporting, social, cultural and recreational opportunites; protecting and promoting their interests including well-being and conditions of study; providing representation and guidance on welfare and other matters; promoting good relations between them and the general public; communicating on their behalf with the University and other bodies.
Activities & Mission
For students at Newcastle University: providing sporting, social, cultural and recreational opportunites; protecting and promoting their interests including well-being and conditions of study; providing representation and guidance on welfare and other matters; promoting good relations between them and the general public; communicating on their behalf with the University and other bodies.
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 67% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 84% 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 | £7,574,000 | £7,537,000 | £7,537,000 | £10,404,000 | £517,000 | 183 / 2027 |
| 2024 | £8,099,000 | £7,741,000 | £7,741,000 | £10,367,000 | £203,000 | 194 / 2495 |
| 2023 | £6,515,000 | £6,929,000 | £6,929,000 | £10,009,000 | £299,000 | 173 / 2142 |
| 2022 | £5,755,000 | £6,157,000 | £6,157,000 | £10,416,000 | £404,000 | 153 / 1860 |
| 2021 | £4,057,000 | £3,981,000 | £3,981,000 | £10,823,000 | £376,000 | 124 / 3490 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Newcastle University Students' Union
What does Newcastle University Students' Union do?
For students at Newcastle University: providing sporting, social, cultural and recreational opportunites; protecting and promoting their interests including well-being and conditions of study; providing representation and guidance on welfare and other matters; promoting good relations between them and the general public; communicating on their behalf with the University and other bodies.
How much income did Newcastle University Students' Union report in 2025?
Newcastle University Students' Union reported total income of £7.57m and reported expenditure of £7.54m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Newcastle University Students' Union?
Newcastle University Students' Union has a program ratio of 99.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Newcastle University Students' Union registered as a charity?
Newcastle University Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 2010 as charity number 1138091. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Newcastle University Students' Union?
Newcastle University 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 Newcastle University Students' Union operate?
Newcastle University Students' Union operates in Newcastle Upon Tyne City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Newcastle University Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Newcastle University Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1138091.
Details
UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
KINGS WALK
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 8QB
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Also Known As
- The Union Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated