Oldham Borough District Scout Council

Also known as: Oldham Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, Oldham District Scout Council, Oldham Scouts

Training Young People

Activities & Mission

Training Young People

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

Oldham

Financial Information

Latest Income

£76,525

Latest Expenditure

£86,288

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 112.8%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2015 — Chadderton District Scout Council (organisation 1041482)
Asset transfer in in 2015 — Crompton and Royton District Scout Council (organisation 521548)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£76,525	£86,288	0 / 200
2023	£57,754	£42,172	0 / 208
2022	£49,537	£65,155	0 / 208
2021	£129,205	£31,160	0 / 255
2020	£17,474	£22,766	0 / 312

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Oldham Borough District Scout Council

What does Oldham Borough District Scout Council do?

Training Young People

How much income did Oldham Borough District Scout Council report in 2025?

Oldham Borough District Scout Council reported total income of £77k and reported expenditure of £86k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Oldham Borough District Scout Council registered as a charity?

Oldham Borough District Scout Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 April 1963 as charity number 521640. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Oldham Borough District Scout Council?

Oldham Borough District Scout Council is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan Allen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Oldham Borough District Scout Council operate?

Oldham Borough District Scout Council operates in Oldham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Oldham Borough District Scout Council a registered charity?

Yes — Oldham Borough District Scout Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 521640.