Solent Students' Union
THE UNION'S OBJECTS ARE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY: PROMOTING THEIR INTERESTS AND WELFARE, PROVIDING REPRESENTATION, ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE, PROVIDING SOCIAL, CULTURAL, SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES,PROVIDING FORUMS FOR DISCUSSION AND DEBATE FOR THEIR PERSONAL BENEFIT
Activities & Mission
THE UNION'S OBJECTS ARE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY: PROMOTING THEIR INTERESTS AND WELFARE, PROVIDING REPRESENTATION, ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE, PROVIDING SOCIAL, CULTURAL, SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES,PROVIDING FORUMS FOR DISCUSSION AND DEBATE FOR THEIR PERSONAL BENEFIT
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 31% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £670,436 | £635,062 | £530,622 | £209,634 | £185,031 | 13 / 0 |
| 2024 | £690,296 | £727,734 | £616,226 | £174,260 | £150,629 | 15 / 0 |
| 2023 | £628,550 | £695,821 | £582,085 | £211,698 | £195,533 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £660,243 | £608,343 | £561,876 | £337,043 | £326,008 | 15 / 0 |
| 2021 | £597,232 | £516,896 | £465,332 | £285,143 | £614,067 | 15 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Solent Students' Union
What does Solent Students' Union do?
THE UNION'S OBJECTS ARE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY: PROMOTING THEIR INTERESTS AND WELFARE, PROVIDING REPRESENTATION, ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE, PROVIDING SOCIAL, CULTURAL, SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES,PROVIDING FORUMS FOR DISCUSSION AND DEBATE FOR THEIR PERSONAL BENEFIT
How much income did Solent Students' Union report in 2025?
Solent Students' Union reported total income of £670k and reported expenditure of £635k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Solent Students' Union?
Solent Students' Union has a program ratio of 79.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Solent Students' Union registered as a charity?
Solent Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 August 2013 as charity number 1153350. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Solent Students' Union?
Solent Students' Union is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Solent Students' Union operate?
Solent Students' Union operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Solent Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Solent Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153350.
Details
EAST PARK TERRACE
SOUTHAMPTON
SO14 0YN
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