RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex
Also known as: Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Sussex Brighton and East Grinstead Branch, Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Sussex North & Brighton Branch, RSPCA Sussex Brighton and East Grinstead Branch, RSPCA Bluebell Ridge, RSPCA Brighton, RSPCA Brighton Reptile Rescue, RSPCA Hastings, RSPCA Sussex East and Hastings
The charity is responsible for the RSPCA Brighton Animal Shelter, which provides care, veterinary treatment and rehoming for unwanted domestic animals, including reptiles. The Shelter has a first aid and holding unit for injured wildlife. Over 3000 animals are cared for at the Shelter each year. The charity provides subsidised neutering for cats, dogs and rabbits, for people on low incomes.
Activities & Mission
The charity is responsible for the RSPCA Brighton Animal Shelter, which provides care, veterinary treatment and rehoming for unwanted domestic animals, including reptiles. The Shelter has a first aid and holding unit for injured wildlife. Over 3000 animals are cared for at the Shelter each year. The charity provides subsidised neutering for cats, dogs and rabbits, for people on low incomes.
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 86% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 59). How is this calculated?
Higher than 97% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 97% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 2025 — Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Mid Sussex and Eastbourne Branch (organisation 206308)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Sussex North Branch (organisation 276355)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,671,041 | £1,781,506 | £1,777,056 | £3,591,080 | £959,208 | 42 / 150 |
| 2023 | £1,041,934 | £1,537,202 | £1,533,488 | £3,701,545 | £1,246,663 | 37 / 100 |
| 2022 | £1,019,437 | £1,136,998 | £1,133,198 | £4,196,813 | £4,196,813 | 28 / 80 |
| 2021 | £1,009,806 | £864,481 | £864,481 | £4,314,374 | £4,314,374 | 22 / 30 |
| 2020 | £504,396 | £698,235 | £697,987 | £4,169,049 | £1,663,638 | 23 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex
What does RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex do?
The charity is responsible for the RSPCA Brighton Animal Shelter, which provides care, veterinary treatment and rehoming for unwanted domestic animals, including reptiles. The Shelter has a first aid and holding unit for injured wildlife. Over 3000 animals are cared for at the Shelter each year. The charity provides subsidised neutering for cats, dogs and rabbits, for people on low incomes.
How much income did RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex report in 2024?
RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex reported total income of £1.67m and reported expenditure of £1.78m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex?
RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex has a program ratio of 106.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 59 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex registered as a charity?
RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 1969 as charity number 206630. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex?
RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is DOUG TAYLOR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex operate?
RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and West Sussex.
Is RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex a registered charity?
Yes — RSPCA Brighton & The Heart Of Sussex is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206630.
Details
Braypool Lane
Patcham
Brighton
BN1 8ZH
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Also Known As
- Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Sussex Brighton and East Grinstead Branch
- Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Sussex North & Brighton Branch
- RSPCA Sussex Brighton and East Grinstead Branch
- RSPCA Bluebell Ridge
- RSPCA Brighton
- RSPCA Brighton Reptile Rescue
- RSPCA Hastings
- RSPCA Sussex Brighton and East Grinstead Branch
- RSPCA Sussex East and Hastings
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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