Swindon Night Shelter
The prevention or relief of homelessness in Swindon and the surrounding area by providing support, items and work to individuals in need. In addition to partner with other organisations that work with the vulnerable.
Activities & Mission
The prevention or relief of homelessness in Swindon and the surrounding area by providing support, items and work to individuals in need. In addition to partner with other organisations that work with the vulnerable.
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 37% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 863). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 64% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Swindon Night Shelter (organisation 5001243)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £553,702 | £455,295 | £455,295 | £290,081 | £290,081 | 8 / 49 |
| 2023 | £389,396 | £271,427 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £241,783 | £272,621 | 0 / 83 | |||
| 2021 | £395,097 | £290,554 | 0 / 172 | |||
| 2020 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Swindon Night Shelter
What does Swindon Night Shelter do?
The prevention or relief of homelessness in Swindon and the surrounding area by providing support, items and work to individuals in need. In addition to partner with other organisations that work with the vulnerable.
How much income did Swindon Night Shelter report in 2024?
Swindon Night Shelter reported total income of £554k and reported expenditure of £455k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Swindon Night Shelter?
Swindon Night Shelter has a program ratio of 82.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 863 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Swindon Night Shelter registered as a charity?
Swindon Night Shelter was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 January 2020 as charity number 1187554. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Swindon Night Shelter?
Swindon Night Shelter is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christine Anne Davison. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Swindon Night Shelter operate?
Swindon Night Shelter operates in Swindon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Swindon Night Shelter a registered charity?
Yes — Swindon Night Shelter is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187554.
Details
Queens Drive
SWINDON
SN3 1AR
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