South Yorkshire County Scout Council
Also known as: South Yorkshire County Scout Association
The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 63% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 134). How is this calculated?
Higher than 42% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 84% of UK Associations 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 | £571,716 | £573,682 | £535,371 | £229,683 | £77,299 | 8 / 41 |
| 2024 | £526,622 | £538,712 | £508,645 | £231,630 | £76,431 | 8 / 110 |
| 2023 | £365,952 | £412,318 | 0 / 110 | |||
| 2022 | £332,575 | £320,696 | 0 / 137 | |||
| 2021 | £224,663 | £248,994 | 0 / 140 |
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Frequently asked questions about South Yorkshire County Scout Council
What does South Yorkshire County Scout Council do?
The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
How much income did South Yorkshire County Scout Council report in 2025?
South Yorkshire County Scout Council reported total income of £572k and reported expenditure of £574k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is South Yorkshire County Scout Council?
South Yorkshire County Scout Council has a program ratio of 93.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 63% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 134 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was South Yorkshire County Scout Council registered as a charity?
South Yorkshire County Scout Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 1967 as charity number 523546. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs South Yorkshire County Scout Council?
South Yorkshire County Scout Council is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South Yorkshire County Scout Council operate?
South Yorkshire County Scout Council operates across 4 areas: Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield City.
Is South Yorkshire County Scout Council a registered charity?
Yes — South Yorkshire County Scout Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 523546.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- South Yorkshire County Scout Association
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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