Oxford Archaeology Limited
Also known as: Oxford Archaeological Unit Limited, Oxfordarchaeological Unit Limited, Oxford Archaeology, Oxford Archaeology North
Archaeological research, archaeological excavations and analysis and publication, heritage and conservation advice.
Activities & Mission
Archaeological research, archaeological excavations and analysis and publication, heritage and conservation advice.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 85% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample: 54). How is this calculated?
Higher than 98% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 93% of UK Heritage charities with income over £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 | £27,565,833 | £26,545,718 | £26,545,085 | £24,775,170 | £14,996,847 | 401 / 0 |
| 2024 | £22,743,133 | £22,625,903 | £22,618,892 | £19,807,054 | £14,103,994 | 385 / 0 |
| 2023 | £25,075,900 | £23,251,230 | £23,234,748 | £16,805,824 | £13,813,392 | 363 / 0 |
| 2022 | £24,431,991 | £22,778,027 | £22,777,532 | £4,182,154 | £10,702,734 | 393 / 0 |
| 2021 | £24,908,600 | £21,935,878 | £21,935,478 | -£2,276,810 | £7,703,888 | 376 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Oxford Archaeology Limited
What does Oxford Archaeology Limited do?
Archaeological research, archaeological excavations and analysis and publication, heritage and conservation advice.
How much income did Oxford Archaeology Limited report in 2025?
Oxford Archaeology Limited reported total income of £27.57m and reported expenditure of £26.55m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Oxford Archaeology Limited?
Oxford Archaeology Limited has a program ratio of 96.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 85% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample of 54 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Oxford Archaeology Limited registered as a charity?
Oxford Archaeology Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 1982 as charity number 285627. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs Oxford Archaeology Limited?
Oxford Archaeology Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oxford Archaeology Limited operate?
Oxford Archaeology Limited operates across 4 areas: Isle Of Man, Jersey, Saudi Arabia and England And Wales.
Is Oxford Archaeology Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Oxford Archaeology Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285627.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Oxford Archaeological Unit Limited
- Oxfordarchaeological Unit Limited
- Oxford Archaeology
- Oxford Archaeology North
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated