Paddington Development Trust
The promotion for the public benefit of urban or rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation (and in particular within the Greater London area) by way of all or any of the following means: relief of poverty and unemplyement; the advancement of education, training or retraining; providing unemployed people with work experience; creation and improvement of businesses.
Activities & Mission
The promotion for the public benefit of urban or rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation (and in particular within the Greater London area) by way of all or any of the following means: relief of poverty and unemplyement; the advancement of education, training or retraining; providing unemployed people with work experience; creation and improvement of businesses.
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 79% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 72% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £3,190,042 | £3,293,851 | £3,293,851 | £493,880 | £493,880 | 50 / 85 |
| 2024 | £3,226,380 | £3,442,296 | £3,442,296 | £597,689 | £457,689 | 49 / 90 |
| 2023 | £4,158,037 | £4,093,613 | £4,093,613 | £813,605 | £813,605 | 36 / 90 |
| 2022 | £4,440,112 | £4,210,182 | £4,210,182 | £749,181 | £749,181 | 34 / 75 |
| 2021 | £3,705,398 | £3,750,926 | £3,750,926 | £519,251 | £519,251 | 36 / 70 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Paddington Development Trust
What does Paddington Development Trust do?
The promotion for the public benefit of urban or rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation (and in particular within the Greater London area) by way of all or any of the following means: relief of poverty and unemplyement; the advancement of education, training or retraining; providing unemployed people with work experience; creation and improvement of businesses.
How much income did Paddington Development Trust report in 2025?
Paddington Development Trust reported total income of £3.19m and reported expenditure of £3.29m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Paddington Development Trust?
Paddington Development Trust has a program ratio of 103.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 79% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Paddington Development Trust registered as a charity?
Paddington Development Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 May 2000 as charity number 1080883. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Paddington Development Trust?
Paddington Development Trust 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 Paddington Development Trust operate?
Paddington Development Trust operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Paddington Development Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Paddington Development Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1080883.
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W2 5ES
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