Royal Statistical Society
The objects for which the Society is hereby constituted ("the Objects") are for the benefit of the pubic: the advancement of the science of statistics and its applications, and the promotion of the appropriate use and awareness of statistics.
Activities & Mission
The objects for which the Society is hereby constituted ("the Objects") are for the benefit of the pubic: the advancement of the science of statistics and its applications, and the promotion of the appropriate use and awareness of statistics.
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 93% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 76% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Research 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,335,769 | £2,979,187 | £2,974,331 | £3,626,647 | £2,530,548 | 29 / 1400 |
| 2023 | £2,174,997 | £2,762,038 | £2,726,323 | £4,074,471 | £2,825,149 | 29 / 1400 |
| 2022 | £3,108,039 | £2,409,739 | £2,394,529 | £4,504,475 | £3,020,361 | 26 / 1400 |
| 2021 | £2,235,822 | £2,156,230 | £2,145,177 | £2,973,549 | £1,538,011 | 26 / 1400 |
| 2020 | £2,005,065 | £2,124,746 | £2,114,878 | £2,482,470 | £838,822 | 25 / 1400 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Statistical Society
What does Royal Statistical Society do?
The objects for which the Society is hereby constituted ("the Objects") are for the benefit of the pubic: the advancement of the science of statistics and its applications, and the promotion of the appropriate use and awareness of statistics.
How much income did Royal Statistical Society report in 2024?
Royal Statistical Society reported total income of £2.34m and reported expenditure of £2.98m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Statistical Society?
Royal Statistical Society has a program ratio of 127.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Statistical Society registered as a charity?
Royal Statistical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 1964 as charity number 306096. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Royal Statistical Society?
Royal Statistical Society is governed by a board of 35 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Sir John Aston. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Statistical Society operate?
Royal Statistical Society operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Royal Statistical Society a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Statistical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 306096.
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